| A glorious and magical city worshipped by gods and | | | | Areopagus, the Hill of Philopappou and that of the |
| humans alike, Athens happens to be one of the most | | | | Nymphs, and see Kerameikos. Attractions like |
| famous vacation destinations in Europe. With the sun | | | | Lysicrates' Monument, Panathenaic Stadium, Roman |
| shining over the city all year through, the climate is one | | | | Agora, Temple of Hephaestus, and the Tower of the |
| of the best in that part of the world, making it an ideal | | | | Winds is also not to be missed. |
| place for tourism. There are several cheap flights to | | | | Museums and art galleries showcasing creative arts |
| Athens plying on a regular basis, board one and | | | | are omnipresent throughout Athens with some giving a |
| embark on a vacation of a lifetime. This enchanting | | | | great insight into Greek archeology, history, modern art, |
| birthplace for civilization is laden with breathtaking | | | | while others dedicated to ceramics, music, railway etc. |
| views. If it's not the magnificent landscapes that inspire | | | | One of the unique selling points of Athens as a tourist |
| you, the ancient and contemporary architecture will. | | | | destination is its close proximity to the whitewashed |
| The city with distinct aspects is at once appealing and | | | | Greek islands. Enjoy one-day getaways, charming |
| exciting. A walk around the famous historic triangle of | | | | villages, ancient historical cities and equally fascinating |
| Plaka, Thission and Psyri overwhelms you, a stroll in | | | | and picturesque countrysides, each one with a varied |
| the old neighborhoods reveal the coexistence of | | | | color, culture and character. If you happen to be visit |
| different eras, and the mansions of yore, some | | | | Athens with family, fret not. The city presents myriad |
| well-preserved and some worn out by time present a | | | | options for all of you to enjoy together. These include |
| striking contrast to the modern. The Greek capital | | | | parks and gardens, National Zoo, planetariums, |
| dates back to mythological times and as a result the | | | | educating and entertaining cultural centers, go-karting |
| place is dotted with stamps of antiquity all through its | | | | areas, and amusement parks. Places to stay and |
| surface. The city that you see in its entire splendor is a | | | | crash in are as varied as the attractions of the city |
| consequence of several influences, including ancient | | | | itself. You can opt to stay at a luxurious five-star hotel, |
| and medieval Greek, Roman, Byzantine and the | | | | book yourself a bed and breakfast, stay in a holiday |
| contemporary era. Do a wise thing, come to the | | | | home or an apartment, or check into a cheap hotel |
| Greek capital equipped with a rather long stay, | | | | accommodation. Culinary delights and gourmet foods |
| reason? The historical attractions are one too many. | | | | can be relished and savored at any of the several |
| Start your journey with the South Slope of Acropolis, | | | | world-class restaurants, or try a meal at the local |
| go on to the ancient Agora, visit the temple of | | | | eating joint, which is equally scrumptious and satisfying. |
| Olympeion Zeus, spent a few hours admiring the | | | | For a prefect start to your holidays in Europe, come to |
| Hadrian's Arch and Library, go atop the Hill of | | | | Athens first. |