Life in Ancient Athens

<p>Ancient Athens is often referred to as the birthplace of Western thought. Whilst we have a lot to thank the Athenians for in terms of the invention of education as we know it, critical thinking, science, democracy, technology and architecture, everyday life looked a lot different back then. There were vast inequalities depending on gender, political and economic standing, for one only free men were classed as&nbsp;<em>citizens</em>, with females and slaves living a much more restrictive life.</p> <p>In this article, we&rsquo;ll delve into what life would have looked like as an inhabitant of Athens, in terms of their occupation; diet; how they socialised; where they lived and what family life looked like.</p> <p><strong>Learn More</strong></p>