Journal Entry #5 - Ancient Greece

Ancient Greek life was engulfed by religion and celebration of their gods. This can be associated with the immense and iconic temples that the Greeks built in their era. Although some of their temples were sometimes associated with politics and persons of power, religion was the main source of influence in regards to their undertaking.

The three systems of architecture and were called "orders". The three orders are doric, ionic, and corinthian.

Doric.

The Doric style is rather sturdy and its top is plain. This style was used in mainland Greece and the colonies in southern Italy and Sicily.

Temples/Palaces in Doric Style = Parthenon

Ionic.

The Ionic style is thinner and more stylized. Its capital is decorated with a scroll-like design. This style was found in eastern Greece and the islands.

Temples/Palaces in Ionic Style = Erechtheum, The Temple of Apollo at Didyma, The Temple of Athena Nike

Corinthian.

The Corinthian style is seldom used in the Greek world, but often seen on Roman temples. Its capital is very elaborate and decorated with acanthus leaves.

Temples/Palaces in Corinthian Style = Apollo at Bassae, Zeus at Athens