Greek city-state patron gods

Ancient Greek cities tended to contain temples dedicated to several gods of the Greek pantheon. However, each generally had a primary temple, often on the acropolis, dedicated to the god that was considered to have a special bond with the city and therefore to be its primary protector. These gods are sometimes referred as "poliad" gods (of the polis). Athena and Apollo are among the most common choices of patron gods of the ancient Greek cities

Greek city-state patron gods

Ancient Greek cities tended to contain temples dedicated to several gods of the Greek pantheon. However, each generally had a primary temple, often on the acropolis, dedicated to the god that was considered to have a special bond with the city and therefore to be its primary protector. These gods are sometimes referred as "poliad" gods (of the polis). Athena and Apollo are among the most common choices of patron gods of the ancient Greek cities