Answer the following in detail

Discuss the rise and growth of Athens, pointing out its glorious legacy

Rise and Growth of Athens-

• The rise of Athens took place in the late 6^th century and early 5^th century BCE.

• This rise was occurred in large parts due to its prominent location and control on important key trading rents.

• Another reason was good leadership in the war against Persia.

• Athens had a good leader Pericles who controlled Athens for 30 years.

• During his time Athens and Sparta were at war with each other.

• In his time period, many great thinkers found a new objective basis for truth.

• One of the greatest thinkers was Socrates. Others were Aristotle, Plato.

• Athenians emphasized on the arts, architecture, and literature.

• Athenians were thoughtful people and they study subjects like science, philosophy, and history.