Ática
1. An ancient region of Greece centered around Athens, known as the cradle of Western civilization and democracy
Attica was the birthplace of Greek democracy and philosophy.
A Ática foi o berço da democracia e filosofia gregas.
2. The modern administrative region of Greece that includes Athens and its metropolitan area
The region of Attica has a population of over 3 million people today.
A região da Ática tem uma população de mais de 3 milhões de pessoas atualmente.
3. In architecture, the upper section of a classical façade above the main cornice (also called attic)
The building features an ornate Attica with decorative sculptures.
O edifício apresenta uma Ática ornamentada com esculturas decorativas.
Attica holds paramount importance in Western cultural heritage as the historical center of ancient Greek civilization. In both Brazilian and Portuguese educational contexts, Attica is studied extensively in history and classical studies courses. The term is predominantly used in formal, academic, and historical discourse rather than in everyday conversation.
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