ATHENS (Reuters) -Greece shut the Acropolis for several hours in the afternoon on Tuesday, as the Mediterranean country baked ...

Greece shuts the Acropolis due to a major heatwave with temperatures reaching 41°C. Part of broader European heatwave, it ...

Greece's culture ministry on Tuesday ordered a partial closure of the Acropolis, the country's top monument, to protect ...

The Acropolis is closing temporarily on Tuesday as a heatwave continues to grip Greece. The popular site in the capital city ...

The ancient temple in Athens draws millions of visitors each year. But authorities were forced to close it off to protect tourists and workers from extreme heat.

Scorching heat forces closure of the iconic site amid severe weather warnings and fire risks across the country.

T he Acropolis, Athens’ landmark monument, is closed this July 8, due to a heat wave afflicting Greece.