Lysicrates Monument

Towards the east side of the Acropolis, at the edge of the district of Plaka, lies the Choregic Monument of Lysicrates. The Monument was built in 335 BC to commemorate the wealthy Lysicrates who financed the theatrical spectacles in honor of Dionysus. This is the only intact choregic Monument. This is an elegant pseudo-monopteral Corinthian Structure on a high plinth, with walls and Decoration alternately in Pentelic and Hymettus Marble, a Marble dome and low relief ornaments depicting Dionysian motifs, including the famous myth of a god changing pirates into dolphins. The Marble dome of the Monument is Decorated with acanthus leaves supporting a bronze trophy. It bears an inscription depicting the name of Lysicrates and his good deeds for the community.