I’ve already talked a little about The Parthenon in my Weekend in Nashville post, and as I mentioned there, there were so many photos and facts to share about this amazing site of architecture that I would share more about it by creating a separate post.
I would have never known that this great landmark could be seen in Nashville until I saw the movie Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief with my son. He is a huge fan of the movie and The Parthenon was featured in this one. So on our trip to Nashville, I made sure to put The Parthenon on our itinerary. And how lucky were we because as you can see in the photos, it was such a gorgeous day. So gorgeous we soaked it up and stayed at the park a little longer after touring The Parthenon.
The Parthenon is located inside Centennial Park and it is the centerpiece of the park. The park has a land area of 132 acres and has this small artificial lake called Lake Watauga.
There was plenty of parking areas all around the park which is all free, but there were so many people visiting the park that day so it took us a little while to find parking. We’ve found one right near where the Steam Engine and F-86L Sabre Jet were located and had to walk about half a mile to The Parthenon. Not bad at all.
As soon as I saw this all I could say was…”WOW!”
The Parthenon in Nashville is a full-scale replica of The Parthenon in Athens, Greece and it also had a re-creation of a 42-foot statue of Athena. The entrance to the building for the visitors was at the ground level at the back. Admission is $6 for adults and $4 for children ages 4-17. Water is not allowed inside the museum so I had to leave mine with the cashier and took it back on our way out.
Taking photographs at the art gallery which is located on the first floor is not allowed. But it is allowed on the floor where Athena is.
And there she is…totally amazing! I think I was not, or we were not the only ones who gushed…WOW! and was amazed with our first sight of the 40-foot statue. She is covered in gold and was glistening and shining brightly in that room.
The size of this statue alone is fascinating, more so the art and creativity that was put into it. Look at all the details.
These statues were located in a room adjacent to where Athena was.
Visiting The Parthenon was really wonderful and such an amazing experience. I feel so blessed to be able to see magnificent landmarks such as this with my husband and son and learn more about history.
Have you been to the Parthenon in Nashville?
We love the Parthenon. We went there the last time we were in the area. It’s really cool to feel like you’ve gone form Tennessee to Greece in one step.
What a gorgeous place! I have been to Nashville, but I’ve never visited here!
I have never heard of this in Nashville before!! I would love to go and explore Nashville, so much to see and do there!
Wow! This looks like a really cool place to visit! It might be the closest I ever get to experiencing Athens!
Wow, the place looks amazing! Everything inside is interesting. I would love to visit this place one day.
What a beautiful place! Love the history and all the monuments!!! Thank you for sharing it with us!
That looks like such a beautiful place. I have never been to Nashville before. I certainly would love to go someday though. I love all the history about this place!
I never knew there was a Parthenon in Nashville! That is so cool. I would love to visit this place.
I had no idea Percy Jackson was filmed here. I remember the scene. My husband would totally love to see this.
I would love to see this in person. I am hoping to get to Nashville in the next year.
This looks amazing! I’m looking to start planning my children’s fall trip and this just may be where we go. Nashville is just 4 hours from us.
It’s crazy that I’ve been to Nashville so many times but never visited. I’m definitely putting it on my list to visit this fall. Thanks for sharing. – Yolonda
I am so upset I didn’t get to visit here when I went to nashville but its so on my bucket list for the next time!
Wow, this place is gorgeous! I would love to travel and see it in person someday.
Nashville is on my list of places to visit. I would never have known this was there! Very cool idea.
I’ve never been to Nashville before but I would love to just to see the Parthenon. This place is amazing! So much history!
Wow is right, Athena looks really cool. The detailing in the statue and the building look incredible. I can’t believe how tall the statue is. Very interesting that you can’t photograph other areas but you can of Athena.
Wow indeed! What a beautiful museum. I’d love to see Athena in person!
I have heard that the Parthenon is a beautiful place! Nashville is number 1 on my places to visit. If it’s possible to be higher than that it would be.
We were just in Nashville in February, but didn’t have time for sightseeing. I will be sure to put the Parthrnon on the list for our next visit.
This sounds like such a fun place to visit! I have lots of places i want to take the kids to explore and this looks like a place we should add to our list!
The place looks like super fun to visit! I will make sure to add this to our bucket list for traveling. Nashville is absolutely breath taking. Can’t wait to go.