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The focal point of Syntagma Square is the parliament building which stands at the highest point of the square. Built in 1840 under King Otto, this monumental building served as the royal palace until 1910, when it was destroyed... more
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Jessica said
… and cute. Then watched the changing of the guard at the Parliament building, it was really funny… continue reading »
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Socrates strolled through the Agora 2500 years ago engaging people in long, philosophical discussions. This unique archaeological park served as the city's marketplace from the 6th Century BCE to the 6th Century CE. Scattered t... more
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craig.young said
… of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Agora, the Roman Agora and the Ancient Cemetary. Of these,… continue reading »
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malysa said
… to 3 Greek Islands.The cruise was nice and relaxing as we arrive at the first island… continue reading »
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Begun in 515 BCE, this huge temple was dedicated to the worship of Zeus. Its perimeter included 104 Corinthian columns, with additional columns inside the building that housed a huge gold and ivory statue of Zeus. After the tem... more
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InterNATZionale said
… attractions, on the outside at least. We saw the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Panathenaic… continue reading »
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Those interested in traditional Greek rebetiko music should definitely stop by here, one of the city's best clubs featuring excellent musicians and a unique ambience. Stoa Athanaton (or "The Arcade of the Immortals") is hidden... more
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Dance to the latest international hits at this trendy nightclub which attracts a predominantly young crowd in their early 20s. The large hall below street level fills up after midnight with beautiful people drinking, dancing an... more
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This trendy nightclub commands a fantastic view of the Acropolis and the Lykavittos Hill from its roof terrace. The spectacular setting and the beautiful décor make Exo one of the best places in town for partying until the smal... more
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Hadrian's Arch stands on the corner of Amalias and Vassilissis Olgas avenues, right next to the Temple of Olympian Zeus. This tall marble structure was once the city gate connecting the original town of Athens (what is now Plak... more
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the duck thief said
… in the Plaka. We ended up walking past Hadrian's arch and up a side street. This was where we finally found a… continue reading »
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One of the most romantic spots in Greece can be found south of Athens at Cape Sounion. The ruins of an ancient temple built on a cliff-top offer spectacular views of the Aegean Sea and a picture perfect sunset. The temple (dati... more
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Kerry Jones said
…'s to me. Rosa decided to make the trip to Cape Sounion in the afternoon, which gave us… continue reading »
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Easily accessible by car, the 3000 hectare Tatoi estate is situated on the south-east slope of Mount Parnitha, 25 kilometres from Athens city centre. Established in 1867 by King George I, the one-time summer residence of the Gr... more
Athens Travel Experiences
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Sweltering in the Seat of Western Civilisation
We had both been told (by guidebooks and fellow travellers alike) that Athens was not a city in which you would want to spend a massive a... Continue reading »
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Welcome to Athens home of the Olympics still...
Our train from Turkey was considerable bliss compared to the train journey's we've experienced so far. The border guards smiled at us and... Continue reading »
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Cape Sounion
The weather was forecast for 36 degrees Celsius, which means mid 90's to me. Rosa decided to make the trip... Continue reading »
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Back to Athens (Gyros, Gyros, Gyros)
The cruise ship dropped us off at the port in Patras and we took a bus into Athens with another Contiki group led by TQ’s girlfriend who... Continue reading »
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Athens after 36 years!
Saturday, 17th January So after docking at 10.15 am (15 hrs plus trip) at Patras we managed to sneak down to the vehicle deck ahead of t... Continue reading »
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Popular Athens Hotels
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