Bekah Crone - Blog 1

Although I have traveled to Europe previously, this trip has been very unique and extremely mind blowing. To see the structures and sculptures the ancient Greeks constructed has been an amazing experience. The Acropolis was easily the most breath taking, especially the Parthenon. To be standing next to a temple that took years to build and was then dedicated to Athena was incredible. Standing on Acropolis hill I felt like an ant. At most of the sites we have visited I have been very curious as to how the Ancient civilizations managed to get massive rocks up to the locations they did and then build the temples and buildings they did. 
My second favorite site we visited was the Temple of Poseidon and fire that everyone found to be more intriguing than the temple itself. Being an Aquarius I have always felt some connection to water, thus connected to Poseidon as well. Standing on top of the hill at the temple was a very powerful moment for me, and at the time I don’t think I realized it, but being able to reflect on it I now know why I enjoyed it thoroughly.
            So far, this trip has made me understand that the U.S. cannot even begin to compare to the rich history of Greece, as well as other European countries. It has made me appreciate those that are before my time and other ways of life. Back home, everyone is always in a rush whereas life in the land of gods and heroes is relaxed. It also made me step back and realize that one day our civilization may be virtually gone, and someone could be analyzing it like we have been. 
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