WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Ancient Agora was the primary meeting ground for Athenians, where members of democracy congregated affairs of the state, where business was conducted, a place to hang out, and watch performers and listen to famous philosophers. The importance of the Athenian agora revolved around religion.

Detailed explanation-2: -The agora served the same purpose in ancient Athens as the town square and town hall in later societies. Like the later town centers, the agora was a cultivated area adorned with trees, gardens, fountains, colonnaded buildings, statues, monuments, and shops selling assorted goods.

Detailed explanation-3: -In ancient Greek city-states, an agora was an important meeting place. The agora was used as a market, but it was also the primary location for gathering with friends, discussing politics, and observing religious ceremonies.

Detailed explanation-4: -The agora, or marketplace, was the major focus of everyday affairs in the city and was particularly spacious-about 100 meters by 200 meters. Trade of all kinds took place here, including not just ‘ordinary’ goods, but barbershops, bathhouses, perfume vendors, drinking establishments and brothels.