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Classical Greek Architecture is one of the most well known forms of architecture. It is broken down into three orders, the Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian. The orders are determined by the way the capitol of the column is sculpted. The Doric order, the oldest and simplest of the three orders, originated around 400 B.C. It was developed by the Dorian Greeks and later modified by the Romans. Doric columns are fluted and rise directly from …

…Classic Greek architecture is reflected on modern day buildings such as the Lincoln Memorial, the U.S treasury, and the Belfort Mansion from the MTV’s Real World. The Lincoln Memorial uses the Doric order. The Belfort mansion uses the Ionic order. Elements of Greek architecture can be found in many homes, capitol buildings and college campuses. The elegance and beauty of Greek architecture will remain timeless and continue to be used through out history.