What is at the heart of the Athenian economy?
In the space provided, write a journal entry about your visit
to the Athens agora! Be sure to record all you learned about
the Athenian economy!
September 19th, 421 B.C.E.
Athens was a richly diverse place. At the heart of Athenian democracy, was trade with other areas. Athens was close to the sea and was therefore able to trade with other city-states and foreign lands. Athens had a strong navy and was a beautiful place to visit.
