Athens

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Athens is now the capital of modern Greece.

In ancient times it was the richest city in Greece and famed for its grand buildings, its artists, its writers and playwrights and the idea of democracy - until it was finally destroyed by the Spartans.

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Q1: What was Athens famous for?

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