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The settlement of Anafiotika was created in the 19th Century by migrants from the Cycladic island of Anafi. They built their houses on the steep slopes of the Acropolis in their traditional island style. Thus, they created a sm... more
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The decision to move the capital of the young Greek state to Athens in 1834 made it imperative to build a large new cathedral here. Construction started in 1839 and was completed in 1863. Since that time, this imposing building... more
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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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Shelley Lynn said
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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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KandJBird said
… back to the Acropolis Station where we got off to visit Hadrian’s Arch and the Temple of Olympian Zeus… 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
Real Travelers who've been here
CnJshipoff said
…, Constitution Square, Hadrian's Arch, the Olympic Stadium and more.… 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
Athina Travel Experiences
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It's All Greek to Me!
I arrived excited and ready to go experience all that Greece has to offer. My flight got in at about 2pm. I got off the plane and made it... Continue reading »
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Our Cruise Ship: The Perla
After our wandering aimlessly in Athens for the morning, we met our Contiki cruise tour group at 2pm to head over to the Pireaus port whe... Continue reading »
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City of Gods and Goddesses
Met a local on the ferry from mikonos to athens who suggested an area to find a place to stay.......... Continue reading »
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Athens
We stumbled into Athens from Piraeus, bright and early, at 7:30 in the morning, after a pretty horrible night on the ferry boat from Lesv... Continue reading »
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Athens
Our actual COSMOS tour ended in Rome, but I have a friend who has an apartment in Athens so we decided to extend our trip there.&nbs... Continue reading »
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