Greece, Athens, Acropolis – Beule Gate (00:00:47)

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The Buelé Gate was constructed immediately in front of the Propylaia, as a part of the further fortification of the citadel and the city. During the period of the Duchy of Athens, it served as the palace of the Acciaioli family, who ruled the duchy from 1388 to 1458. It was severely damaged by an explosion of a powder magazine in 1656, foreshadowing the even more grievous damage to the Parthenon from a similar cause in 1687. A Frankish tower, erected on the south wing, was pulled down in 1874.