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Also Known As	poleis

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The Acropolis in Athens, Greece, with the Parthenon temple prominently situated on the rocky hill above the city and ancient ruins visible in the foreground.

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myriandros polis synoikismos ancient Greek civilization local government city-state deme city county borough signoria cabildo municipality canton mir généralité

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Marble bust of Aristotle with a beard and draped robe, showing detailed facial features and wavy hair, set against a dark background.

Aristotle

Greek philosopher