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Historical Monuments in Athens

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The Tower of the Winds, also known as Horologion, is a beautiful, well preserved tower located in the old part of the Roman Agora

Viewpoints in Athens

Areopagus

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From this small crag, for some a simple rock, you have one of the best views of the sprawling city of Athens. You can see the hill

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Historical Monuments in Athens

Arch of Hadrian

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A large triumphal arch built around 132 BC. The people of the city built it north of the Olympian, the site of the temple of Zeus,

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Historical Monuments in Athens

Hellenic Parliament

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The Greek Parliament, or Vouli to the Greeks, is located in the Parliamentary building in Syntagma Square in Athens. In technical

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Of Cultural Interest in Athens

Changing of the Guard

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Parliament is guarded by evzones, which are guards dressed in the traditional uniform of a short skirt and brogues with pompoms. O

Of Cultural Interest in Athens

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

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The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier monument is next to the parliament building, in front of Syntagma Square. The tomb of the unknown

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Historical Monuments in Athens

Kerameikos

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This is located next to Monastiraki archaeological site and is a little forgotten by tourists. In it you can see the remains of th

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Markets in Athens

Fish Market

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The fish market in Athens is next to the meat market, in the Agora. It covers two long aisles filled with baskets and boxes full o

Flea Markets in Athens

Monastiraki Flea Market

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This small market is in the Plaka tourist district, close to the Acropolis and the ruins and monuments which are most visited in t

Train Stations in Athens

Athens Metro

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The Athens Metro is a fast and efficient means of transport in the Greek capital. It consists of 3 lines, the oldest being Line 1,

Exhibitions in Athens

Zappeion

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An imposing building used today as a conference center and exhibit space, both public and private. Donated by Evangelos and Konsta

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Of Touristic Interest in Athens

Licabeto Mount

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The site is spectacular. Looking out at Athens from this point is jawdropping -- the best views are definitely here. My recommenda

Tourist Information in Athens

Athens Public Transport

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We arrived in Athens after having spent a day in Barcelona which was exhausting. We had to do everything possible there in just a

Streets in Athens

Ermou Street

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Of Cultural Interest in Athens

Pnyx Hill

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This hill, near Filopappos, has a privileged location and history. It is now used as an outdoor theater for plays and live music.

Historical Monuments in Athens

Stoa de Attalos

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Viewpoints in Athens

Filopappos Hill

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Filopappos Hill is one of the best places to visit in Athens because its location offers great views of the Acropolis and some of

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Markets in Athens

Athens Meat Market

This large market which is not indifferent to anyone who visits. You either will love it or hate it from strong smells and raw ima

Things to do in Athens

The top 145 attractions in Athens