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Quote: For years it had been my dream to visit the Acropolis in Greece. Like many people before me, this monument seemed to symbolize the strength and endurance of history. To walk where ancient Greeks like Aristotle…
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Quote: The National Archaeological Museum in Athens (Greek: Εθνικό Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο) is considered one of the great archaeological museums, containing a wide range of Greek antiquity artifacts. Having been to the…
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Quote: The Ancient Agora lies below the Acropolis and is the ancient marketplace of Athens. There are few complete structures left standing however it's still worthwhile and can make for a nice relaxing walk after a…
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Quote: Poseidon was an interesting fellow. First he was swallowed by his father, Cronus, along with some siblings. To prevent Cronus’s next son, Zeus, from the same fate, mother Rhea hid Zeus in a cave. When Zeus was…
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Quote: Syntagma Square, aka Constitution Square, is the heart of the city. It is surrounded by hotels and cafes. The famous Grande Bretagna Hotel, a prestigious hotel known for hosting dignitaries, is across from the…
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Quote: Our favorite Athens night spot was a narrow distillery and bar in the Plaka called Brettos. We met new friends there from as far away as Iraq, and loved the atmosphere, both low-key (house kittens) and attractive…
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Quote: If you're in Athens for a short stay and you're in the city on a Sunday, visiting the Monastiraki Flea Market is an experience in itself. The flea market is huge and spans over a number of streets that border…
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Quote: The Temple of Olympian Zeus was the largest temple in antiquity, taking 700 years to complete. Only 14 of the 104 columns remain. Check your ticket to the Acropolis/Parthenon. It may very well include a free…
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Quote: The National Gardens, which is located next to Syntagma Square off Amalias, is one of Athens' hidden treasures. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist crowds, just slip away into the…
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Quote: A short walk down from the Acropolis on the opposite side to the main entrance way takes you to the Ancient and Roman Agoras were the central market places and social centre for the Greeks and Romans. The larger,…
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