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Attica , or the Attic peninsula, is a historical region that encompasses the city of Athens, the capital of Greece. It is a peninsula projecting into the Aegean Sea, bordering on Boeotia to the north and Megaris to the west. The history of Attica is tightly linked with that of Athens, and specifically the Golden Age of Athens during the classical period. Ancient Attica was divided into demoi or municipalities from the reform of Cleisthenes in 508/7 BC, grouped into three zones: urban in the region of Athens and Piraeus , coastal along the coastline and inland in the interior. The southern tip of the peninsula, known as Laurion, was an important mining ...
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The Best Attractions In Attica

1. Acropolis of Athens Athens
The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The word acropolis is from the Greek words ἄκρον and πόλις . Although the term acropolis is generic and there are many other acropoleis in Greece, the significance of the Acropolis of Athens is such that it is commonly known as The Acropolis without qualification. During ancient times it was known also more properly as Cecropia, after the legendary serpent-man, Cecrops, the first Athenian king. While there is evidence that the hill was inhabited as far back as the fourth millennium BC, it was Pericles in the fifth century BC who coordinated the...
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2. Acropolis Museum Athens
The Acropolis Museum is an archaeological museum focused on the findings of the archaeological site of the Acropolis of Athens. The museum was built to house every artifact found on the rock and on the surrounding slopes, from the Greek Bronze Age to Roman and Byzantine Greece. It also lies over the ruins of a part of Roman and early Byzantine Athens. The museum was founded in 2003, while the Organization of the Museum was established in 2008. It opened to the public on 20 June 2009. Nearly 4,000 objects are exhibited over an area of 14,000 square metres. The Organization for the Construction of the new museum is chaired by Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Professor Emeritus of Archaeology, Dimitrios Pandermalis.
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3. Glyfada Beach Glyfada
Glyfada is a suburb in Athens. It is situated in the southern parts of the Athens' Urban Area. The area stretches from the foot of the Hymettus mountain to the Saronic Gulf. It is the largest of Athens' southern suburbs.On the quay at Glyfada is a rescue and rehabilitation centre for sea turtles, run by ARCHELON, the Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece. The staff there provide free educational tours of the facilities and treatments for visitors.
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4. Plaka Athens
Pláka is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis, and incorporating labyrinthine streets and neoclassical architecture. Plaka is built on top of the residential areas of the ancient town of Athens. It is known as the Neighborhood of the Gods due to its proximity to the Acropolis and its many archaeological sites.
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5. Saint Nicholas Beach Hydra Town
6. National Garden Athens
The National Garden is a public park of 15.5 hectares in the center of the Greek capital, Athens. It is located directly behind the Greek Parliament building and continues to the South to the area where the Zappeion is located, across from the Panathenaiko or Kalimarmaro Olympic Stadium of the 1896 Olympic Games. The Garden also encloses some ancient ruins, tambourines and Corinthian capitals of columns, mosaics, and other features. On the Southeast side are the busts of Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first governor of Greece, and of the Philhellene Jean-Gabriel Eynard. On the South side are the busts of the celebrated Greek poets Dionysios Solomos, author of the Greek National Hymn, and Aristotelis Valaoritis.
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7. Bisti Beach Hydra
8. National Archaeological Museum Athens
The National Archaeological Museum in Athens houses some of the most important artifacts from a variety of archaeological locations around Greece from prehistory to late antiquity. It is considered one of the greatest museums in the world and contains the richest collection of artifacts from Greek antiquity worldwide. It is situated in the Exarcheia area in central Athens between Epirus Street, Bouboulinas Street and Tositsas Street while its entrance is on the Patission Street adjacent to the historical building of the Athens Polytechnic university.
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9. Temple of Hephaestus Athens
The Temple of Hephaestus or Hephaisteion or earlier as the Theseion , is a well-preserved Greek temple; it remains standing largely as built. It is a Doric peripteral temple, and is located at the north-west side of the Agora of Athens, on top of the Agoraios Kolonos hill. From the 7th century until 1834, it served as the Greek Orthodox church of Saint George Akamates. The building's condition has been maintained due to its history of varied use.
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10. Benaki Museum Athens
The Benaki Museum, established and endowed in 1930 by Antonis Benakis in memory of his father Emmanuel Benakis, is housed in the Benakis family mansion in downtown Athens, Greece. The museum houses Greek works of art from the prehistorical to the modern times, an extensive collection of Asian art, hosts periodic exhibitions and maintains a state-of-the-art restoration and conservation workshop. Although the museum initially housed a collection that included Islamic art, Chinese porcelain and exhibits on toys, its 2000 re-opening led to the creation of satellite museums that focused on specific collections, allowing the main museum to focus on Greek culture over the span of the country's history.
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11. Ancient Agora of Athens Athens
The Ancient Agora of Classical Athens is the best-known example of an ancient Greek agora, located to the northwest of the Acropolis and bounded on the south by the hill of the Areopagus and on the west by the hill known as the Agoraios Kolonos, also called Market Hill. The Agora's initial use was for a commercial, assembly, or residential gathering place.
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12. Hellenic Children's Museum Athens
The Hellenic Children's Museum in Athens, Greece is located in two houses specifically designed for use by children. The museum also features in the book, The Athens Assignment.
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13. Museum of Cycladic Art Athens
The Nicholas P. Goulandris Foundation - Museum of Cycladic Art is a museum of Athens. It houses a notable collection of artifacts of Cycladic art. The museum was founded in 1986 in order to house the collection of Cycladic and Ancient Greek art belonging to Nicholas and Dolly Goulandris. Starting in the early 1960s, the couple collected Greek antiquities, with special interest in the prehistoric art from the Cyclades islands of the Aegean Sea. The Museum's main building, erected in the centre of Athens in 1985, was designed by the Greek architect Ioannis Vikelas. In 1991, the Museum acquired a new wing, the neo-classical Stathatos Mansion at the corner of Vassilissis Sofias Avenue and Herodotou Street. The museum has housed temporary exhibitions of some of the most important Greek and inte...
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14. Voula Beach Athens
15. Erechtheion Athens
The Erechtheion or Erechtheum is an ancient Greek temple on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens in Greece which was dedicated to both Athena and Poseidon.
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10 Best Places to Visit in Greece - Travel Video

Known for its plethora of ancient ruins, whitewashed villages, sunny beaches, tasty cuisine and friendly atmosphere, it is no wonder that Greece ranks among Europe’s top travel destinations. Greece is made up of a mountainous mainland and hundreds of islands where each one offers its own share of stunning landscapes, historic sites and cultural delights. Here’s a look at the best places to visit in Greece.

Top10 Recommended Hotels in Athens, Attica, Greece

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Top10 Recommended Hotels in Athens, Attica, Greece: 1. Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel *****
2. Electra Metropolis *****
3. King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel *****
4. Amalia Hotel ****
5. Ava Hotel and Suites ****
6. O&B Athens Boutique Hotel ****
7. Herodion Hotel ****
8. Electra Palace Athens *****
9. Plaka Hotel ***
10. Hilton Athens *****

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1. 1 Vasileos Georgiou A’ str., Athens, 105 64, Greece, ‎Price range: $309 - $879
Located in Athens in the region of Attica, 8 km from Piraeus, Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel features an outdoor pool and views of the city. The hotel has a terrace and fitness center, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.
2. Mitropoleos 15, Athens, 10557, Greece, Price range: $182 - $331
Showcasing a sun terrace and views of the city, Electra Metropolis is located in Athens in the region of Attica, just 8 km from Piraeus. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
3. 3 Vas. Georgiou A' Street, Syntagma Square, Athens, 10564, Greece, Price range: $240 - $527
King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel is located in Athens, 8 km from Piraeus and 37 km from Aegina Town. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.
4. 10, Amalias Ave, Athens, 105 57, Greece, Price range: $105 - $203
Centrally located in Syntagma Square in Athens, the Amalia Hotel is right across from the National Gardens. It features comfortable rooms with satellite and pay-per-view TV, and Wi-Fi internet access.
5. Lysikratous 9 -11, Athens, 10558, Greece, Price range: $156 - $343
Just a 5 minute walk from the Acropolis, the 4-star Ava Hotel and Suites is centrally in Plaka. It offers spacious, self-catered accommodations with a private balcony or patio. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
6. Leokoriou 7, Athens, 10554, Greece, Price range: $113 - $236
Located in the Athens City Centre neighborhood in Athens, 8 km from Piraeus, O&B Athens Boutique Hotel features a restaurant, bar and free WiFi throughout the property.
7. 4 Rovertou Galli Street, Athens, 11742, Greece, Price range: $105 - $235
Situated at the foot of the Acropolis, Herodion Hotel has elegantly decorated air-conditioned rooms. It has a beautiful roof garden with lounge chairs and 2 hot bathtubs with spectacular views of Athens.
8. 18-20 N.Nikodimou street, Athens, 105 57, Greece, Price range: $174 - $293
With a great location in the center of Plaka, facing the Acropolis, this 5-star hotel offers personalized service, a beautiful rooftop pool and well-furnished rooms with a buffet breakfast included.
9. 7 Kapnikareas & Mitropoleos, Athens, 105 56, Greece, Price range: $69 - $227
Hotel Plaka has a prestigious location in the historic center of Athens. It is just a 5-minute walk from Syntagma Square and 2 blocks from Monastiraki Metro Station.
10. 46 Vassilissis Sofias Avenue, Athens, 11528, Greece, Price range: $220 - $492
Located in Athens, 9.7 km from Piraeus, Hilton Athens features a restaurant, bar and free WiFi. The hotel has a terrace and views of the mountains, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Private parking is available on site.

10 Best Places to Visit in Greece

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10 Best Places to Visit in Greece.
Known for its plethora of ancient ruins, whitewashed villages, sunny beaches, tasty cuisine and friendly atmosphere, it is no wonder that Greece ranks among Europe’s top travel destinations. Greece is made up of a mountainous mainland and hundreds of islands where each one offers its own share of stunning landscapes, historic sites, nightlife scenes and cultural delights. An overview of the best places to visit in Greece:
10. Cape Sounion
9. Thessaloniki
8. Zagori
7. Halkidiki
6. Peloponnese
5. Delphi
4. Meteora
3. Crete
2. Athens
1. Greek Islands
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✅ TOP 10: Things To Do In Athens

Things To Do In Athens Greece, this video breaks down the best things to do in Athens at night or day.

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Greece Ultimate Travel Guide | Best Places to Visit | Top Attractions

Ancient sun-bleached ruins pierce blue skies as the Aegean laps at the endless coastline. And Greek culture is alive with passionate music, inspired cuisine and thrill-seeking activities.
Home to some of the world's most important historical sites, along with some 6,000 islands, Greece is known for its natural beauty and fascinating culture. Ancient archaeological sites, cliffs tumbling into sparkling blue water, sand and pebble beaches, and a balmy Mediterranean climate make Greece one of Europe's prime tourist destinations.

03:16 Zagori
04:50 Thessaloniki
06:39 Halkidiki
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09:52 Peloponnese
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Athens | Things To Know Before Visiting

Things to know before visiting Greece. Let's cover the basics about visa requirements, customs, and various other helpful documents that you may need when you visit Athens.It's always best to consult your travel agent and/or local Greek embassy or consulate before traveling.

If you require a visa to travel to Greece, we recommend you plan ahead. For more information contact the nearest Greek Foreign Affairs Office near you.

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How to Spend One PERFECT Packed Day in Piraeus (Athens), Greece

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Travel tips for the city of Athens!

From the Port, it takes 20 minutes to drive to the city of Athens. If you wanted to explore Athens on your own, it'll take 1 hour by subway or 40 minutes by bus.

I don't think that's worth it. I would probably take a taxi instead. It should cost about 9 euros each way.

Once you somehow get your way in Athens the city is really walkable. All the popular sites are pretty close to one another.

Because of that, after the tour I felt like I could have explored Athens on my own and saved the money. But I'll let you judge the experience. Our tour cost 95 euros/person.

Top Sights in Athens, Greece:

1) Acropolis

If the line is long, they also have another entrance in the south side that is away from the parking lot so it much fewer people. Tickets for Acropolis is 20 euros a person.

Once you get in it is a little hike up to the top of Acropolis.
Located on the southwest slope of Acropolis is this stone theatre built in 161 AD. This theatre holds 5,000 people and was used for music concerts.

2) Parthenon

The most famous building in the citadel is the Parthenon. It is a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.

3) Erechtheion

This is a Greek temple on the north side of Acropolis dedicated to Athena and Poseidon. On the south side of the building is the famous Porch of the Maidens with six female figures as supporting columns.

4) Hadrian's Gate

It was built to celebrate the arrival of the Roman emperor Hadrian. It's kind of like the roman triumphal arches. It is made out of Pentelic marble. This is the same marble used for the Parthenon.

5) Temple of Olympian Zeus

Don't waste your money going into to see the Temple of Olympian Zeus as you can actually see it for free outside the gates. If you want to walk in and admire just how tall these pillars are the entrance fee is 6 euros.

6) Panathenaic Stadium

Next stop: This multipurpose stadium is huge! It is the only stadium in the world built entirely out of marble. It used to be built out of limestone. Marble was used in 144 AD.

7) Athen's White House

I'm here visiting the white house of Greece, but I haven't even visited my own country's White House. It was built in 1897 for Prince Constantine I. Now it is the official residence of the president of the Hellenic Republic.

8) Changing of the Presidential Guards

From here you can see the changing of the presidential guards. Like the guards, in London they also can't make any facial or eye movements and must not show any expression.

9) The Academy of Athens

This building is divided into three orders: Natural Sciences, Letters and Arts, and Moral and Political Sciences.

10) Plaka

Next stop: Plaka. It's an old historical neighborhood of Athens. It is known as the neighborhood of the Gods because it's really close to Acropolis and archaeological sites. The entire area is closed to cars. Plaka has a village feel, with narrow cobblestone streets lined with tiny shops selling jewelry, clothes and local ceramics.

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Visit Athens in Greece - World Travel

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Shepherd Entertainment gives you the history of Athens and takes you on a tour of the city's sites and attractions. A walk
through the Greek capital, which lies in the southern part of the country, where the Peloponnesus meets Attica, will expose its visitors to world famous attractions such as the Acropolis, the theater of Dionysus and the Odeon of Herod Atticus.

The Greek capital lies in the southern part of the country where the Peloponnesus meets Attica. Visiting the sundrenched landscapes of Hellas is in fact a pilgrimage to the beginnings of European culture. The ruins of Athens, ancient temples, palaces and forts are more than just crumbling heaps of stones. They are tangible reminders of Greek cultural heritage not only in sculpture and architecture but in linguistics, science, politics and sports. The world as we know it has a thousand links to ancient Greece. This is the birthplace of democracy, the first of the big games and of hundreds of concepts and words that all European languages use to this very day. The ancient ideal of beauty and perfect sense of proportion still leave us spellbound as we gaze upon their often fragmented sculptures.
Philosophy, literature, theater and the science of history all have their roots in ancient Athens. The best known feature of the city is the Acropolis crowned by the gleaming pillars of the Parthenon. This majestic complex of buildings was built on a hilltop 165m high. On its southern slope, we find the remains of two ancient theaters, the theater of Dionysus and the Odeon of Herod Atticus. The Beule Gate leading to the Propylaeum was named after the archeologist Earnest Beule who discovered the gate beneath Turkish bastion. The two rocky towers were originally erected in Roman times and expanded later by the Turks.
A line of stairs is divided by a terrace. The marble covering of the stairs has now been reconstructed. Earlier tourists suffered 60 to 70 accidents a year climbing the stairs. The Odeon was built by a wealthy and famous patron of Athens in memory of his deceased young wife following the standards of Roman theatre design. This theater, once very ornate and covered in marble could accommodate 6000 spectators. Its remains have been painstakingly restored and the Odeon now hosts the Athens festival every September. Left of the terrace stands a huge column. The marble memorial was erected in the second century BC to honor Iptheus Agrippa, son in law of Emperor Augustus. The almost 9m high base once supported a four horse war chariot in bronze but that has been lost.
The Propylaeum is the entrance to the Acropolis, an ornate gateway, a fitting overture to the fantastic sight that awaits us. It was commissioned by Pericles and designed by Phidias but construction started under the direction of Manacles after Pericles left Athens. The 18m wide and 24m long propylaeum is divided at the three halls by ionic columns. It originally had a coffered ceiling which was destroyed by an explosion in Turkish times.

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My video of Greece begins in Athens with my visit to the Acropolis and then continues on to other historic places in the city. I then visit three Greek Isles: Santorini, Patmos and Mykonos.

Video contents:
0:00:31 The Acropolis (The Partheon)
0:07:51 The Acropolis Museum
0:09:20 The Arch of Hadrian
0:09:55 Plaka
0:10:43 Temple of Olympian Zeus
0:12:24 The National Garden
0:12:57 The Zappeion
0:13:54 Parliament of Greece (Syntagma Square)
0:16:17 Acedemy of Science and Arts
0:17:23 The National Library
0:18:00 Old Olympic Stadium
0:19:41 Arion Resort
0:20:55 Attica Peninsula
0:21:58 Temple of Poseidon
0:26:23 Piraeus (Royal Princess Sail Away)
0:31:43 Arrive Santorini Island at Sunrise
0:35:13 Mountainous climb out of the Port of Athinios
0:38:05 Scenic View over the Islands of Santorini
0:41:55 Oia
0:48:32 Aegean Sea (Black Sand Beach)
0:49:56 Scenic View Above Airport
0:52:09 Fira
0:55:09 Cable Car
0:57:39 Tender back to Ship
1:03:00 Arrive at the Island of Patmos
1:05:38 Town of Skala
1:08:18 Scenic View over the Dodecanese Islands
1:10:18 Cave of the Apocalypse
1:12:59 Nunnery of Zoodohou Pigi
1:13:51 Monastery of Saint John
1:14:34 Lunch with Greek Entertainment
1:16:56 Arrive Island of Mykonos
1:18:29 Ag. Loannis
1:23:41 Beach Resort
1:26:35 Monastery
1:31:49 Mykonos Walking Tour
1:33:57 The Windmills
1:39:13 Tender back to Ship
1:43:55 Mykonos Sail Away (Royal Princess)

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