The Acropolis, the temple of Delphi, and Parthenon going for $2,070 a day
(NEWSER) - Debt-stricken Greece is taking an unprecedented step and exploiting its own magnificent history to raise cash and help its crippled economy. The Guardian reports that Greece is offering up its architectural masterpieces, including the Acropolis, the temple of Delphi, and the Parthenon, as backdrops for movies, commercials, and photo shoots—for $2,070 a day. The culture minister promises to be selective, but the plan is still controversial as the sites are considered sacred cultural landmarks. More»
