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Greek architecture, one the earliest forms of architecture style.

The Greek architects perfected and refined the use of columns, primarily in temples.

There are three types of column styles based on the three main Greek Orders of architecture: Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian.

These styles of column design and architecture were adapted by the Romans, and serve as the basis of everything known as Classical architecture today.

The Greeks having the first true form of democracy which America would later adopt has a true influence on Americas Capital buildings. For example the White House and Capital Building have columns on the front, and Greek was known from their columns on there temples.

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In two ways.

(1) Directly: In certain periods, such as the "Greek Revival" (1820s, I believe), Greek architecture was directly imitated.

(2) Indirectly - Greek architecture influenced Roman architecture, which influenced Renaissance architecture (apx 16th c.) and neo-Classical architecture (17-18th c.) in Europe, which had a world-wide influence. As in literature, philosophy, math, science, and so many areas, Greek civilization provides the basis of what comes afterward.

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I think the white is to reflect the sun so they dont get too hot. I dont know about the blue though.

I do know they look stunning in the sun! lol

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In most hot countries buildings are painted white because white reflects the sun so that they dont get too hot

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Greek architecture, one the earliest forms of architecture style.

The Greek architects perfected and refined the use of columns, primarily in temples.

There are three types of column styles based on the three main Greek Orders of architecture: Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian.

These styles of column design and architecture were adapted by the Romans, and serve as the basis of everything known as Classical architecture today.

The Greeks having the first true form of democracy which America would later adopt has a true influence on Americas Capital buildings. For example the White House and Capital Building have columns on the front, and Greek was known from their columns on there temples.

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Ancient Greeks invented architecture because they built grand buildings to honor their gods. They had plenty of stone available.

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wanted their heritage to relate with the greeks to show how important their culture is to them and to show their importance of architecture

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greeks are awesome

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