Why was the period between 460 and 429 BCE known as the "Golden Age" of Athens? A Athens had conquered all of its neighbors and was now very rich B Coins and weapons of that era were made of gold C Art, science and philosophy flourished at that time D Most Athenians worshipped golden statues of gods and goddesses.
The period between 460 and 429 BCE was known as the "Golden Age" of Athens because (C) art, science, and philosophy flourished. This was a period of great cultural achievements in Athens and is therefore remembered as the Golden Age.
