acropolis

 
Pronunciation: /əˈkrɒpəlɪs/

noun

  • a citadel or fortified part of an ancient Greek city, typically one built on a hill.
  • (the Acropolis) the ancient citadel at Athens, containing the Parthenon and other notable buildings, mostly dating from the 5th century bc.

Origin:

Greek, from akron 'summit' + polis 'city'