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Ancient Agora

Adrianou St, Athens, Greece 105 55

Featured Review : As I already wrote in the overview: I found the Ancient Agora stunning. On these few acres so much history took place. Here Socrates and Plato asked their questions, here democracy was first tested, here the first ancien...See Full Review

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Ancient Agora

Ancient Agora
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 busy morning at the Acropolis. There are... Read the full Ancient Agora review

From journal Greek Adventures in Athens

Ancient Agora

Ancient Agora
Quote: This was the political and religious heart of Ancient Athens. The ruins were largely uncovered in the 1950s by tearing down a part of the existing Athens. Although most of the structures are only foundations, you can walk through and see where... Read the full Ancient Agora review

From journal Post Olympic Athens - The Walking City

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Ancient Agora

  • 5 out of 5 stars by linet from Eindhoven, Netherlands
  • March 29, 2004
Ancient Agora
Quote: Well, it's an agora. There was all the equipment that an old Greek city would need: a library and temples for various gods of which 'Temple of Olympian Zeus' is the most attractive today. There is a distance between 'Roman' and 'Greek' agora, I am... Read the full Ancient Agora review

From journal Coctail of chaos and beauty

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Ancient Agora

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Illion from Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • March 9, 2002
Ancient Agora
Quote: As I already wrote in the overview: I found the Ancient Agora stunning. On these few acres so much history took place. Here Socrates and Plato asked their questions, here democracy was first tested, here the first ancient modern society developed.... Read the full Ancient Agora review

From journal Four days in Athens

Ancient Agora

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Talliabeth from State College, Pennsylvania
  • February 11, 2002
Quote: The ancient Agora is really a wonder. Unfortunately, unless you are a history buff, or have an experienced guide, it can be hard to get a lot out of the visit. I definately recommend using a guide book or purchasing one from the kiosk where you... Read the full Ancient Agora review

From journal It's All Greek To Me

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Ancient Agora

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Jose Kevo from Middle-of-Nowhere, Missouri
  • August 14, 2001
Ancient Agora
Quote: If you've came this far, you might as well see it...also considering how limited Athens' options are, but let me give some additional tips for getting as much as you can from another heap of rubble. Even more so than Rome, Athens is cluttered with... Read the full Ancient Agora review

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