Democracy Experiential Workshop Activity on Pnyx - for 5pax group

Athens, Greece
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Duration
1h 40min
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What To Expect

Head to the historic site of Pnyx for a private interactive session, featuring dialogues and role-play. Become yourself a citizen of classical Athens, voting and speaking on a city matter, through a journey 2500 years back in time. Learn why democracy was born at that particular period and place, 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 12.

-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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Important info

Not wheelchair accessible. Service animals allowed. Near public transportation. Infants must sit on laps. Most travelers can participate. This workshop is highly interactive, therefore requires at least 2 people to participate. Moreover, this is an outdoor experience therefore it also requires good weather. In case it is canceled due to poor weather, or due to fewer than 2 participants, 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. Near Pnyx, in the area of Thisio, there are plenty of cafes, restaurants and shops.. 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.. Limited Availability! Please secure your place at least 5 days ahead.. Suitable for adults and teenagers over 12years 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.. 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.. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate. Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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What's included
included-item
Expert facilitator. Usage of the Waterthief (ceramic water-timer, replica of the ancient object). Ostrakon (ceramic voting disk, replica of the ancient object), use it and keep it as commemorative. Liability Insurance. Local VAT 24%
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What's not included
excluded-items
NOT a guided tour. It is an interactive history workshop for beginners focusing on Democracy..
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Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Hellas Revival
Meeting Point

Apostolou Pavlou 7, Athina 105 55, Greece