Democracy Experiential Workshop Activity on Pnyx hill, Athens
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Overview
Head to the historic site of Pnyx for an interactive session, featuring dialogues and role-play. Become a citizen of classical Athens, voting and speaking on a city matter, through a journey 2500 years back in time. Experience the ancient democracy at the inspired location which hosted the Athenian Public Assemblies, with direct view of the Acropolis, next to the carved steps of the speaker's platform. Led by a facilitator with a background in Classical Studies, this workshop is an introduction to Athenian democracy, suitable for anyone over the age of 10. -Learn about Athens at a landmark of democratic history -Interactive workshop explores the real story of democracy -Put yourself in the shoes of a voting Athenian -See the historic location that hosted Athenian Public Assemblies -Use unique replicas of ancient Greek objects.
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Shared small group
Shared small group: Join a small group of a maximum of 10 participants
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$47.85
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Private Tour
Exclusive Democracy Workshop
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$83.75
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per traveler
What's Included
- Usage of the Waterthief (ceramic water-timer, replica of the ancient object)
- Liability Insurance
- Ostrakon (ceramic voting disk, replica of the ancient object), use it and keep it as commemorative
- Expert facilitator
- Local VAT 24%
What's not Included
- NOT a guided tour. It is an interactive history workshop for beginners focusing on Democracy..
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This workshop is an outdoor experience therefore it requires good weather. In case it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be notified at least 3 hours ahead, and will be offered the option to choose between a different date, a similar workshop, or a full refund.
- Language is plain English. There will be no difficult words or terminology.
- There are no toilets or canteens on the hill - you may find one close to the meeting point.
- As this workshop takes place at a Historical site, involving Heritage and Cultural aspects, all participants are required to respect ethic, law and respectful conduct etiquette (soberness, cleanliness, photo/video shooting, dress-code, loudness etc) and be respectful and polite during the entire session. Our facilitator has the right to terminate your participation without any refund in case your behavior is disrespectful in regards to the place or the people.
- Suitable for adults and teenagers over 10 years old. Underaged participants CANNOT book alone, at least one adult should book too, who is also responsible to supervise them.
- Attending this workshop in public space means you consent to photo/video shooting which may occur within the course of this service, including the future publication of this material by us or the other participants. You may withdraw your consent at any time (before or after the workshop) by contacting us in writing. We shall not be held accountable for pictures and videos of you, taken by others during our services and for the use of such photo and video materials by those third parties.
- Facilitators/ Instructors are First Aid trained & certified, however, by law, they are not allowed to provide any medication, so please have your medication with you (especially for allergies, since you will be outdoors).
- There will be a 300m uphill walk in order for us to arrive at the Pnyx speaker’s platform, which could be physically demanding. Please ensure that you wear comfortable shoes and clothes and that are suitably fit to allow full participation.
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