Athens, like no other European capital, has an ancient and rich history, and the question of whether there is anything to see in Athens does not arise a priori. There are plenty of attractions in the Greek capital. But the time for tourists who came from the resort coast to “take a break” from a beach holiday and look at the ancient city, which experienced its heyday more than two millennia ago, sometimes very little.
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How to Get There?
The most convenient way to get to Athens is by plane. Fast and relatively inexpensive if you take care of your tickets in advance. If you are already in Greece, it is worth considering sea connections. Ferries to Athens leave from some of the islands.
When is the best time to go?
The most pleasant weather in Athens is in spring, early summer and autumn. At this time of the year, there is still no scorching sun, the air is not as heavily polluted as in summer, during the stifling heat. There are also fewer tourists.
Major Attractions
Athens is a city that cannot be rushed. There are a large number of palaces, places of worship of ancient Greek gods, antique ruins and galleries. Whether you love exploring the collections of museums or just walking around the city, the Acropolis is a must-see. It is difficult to imagine a person who has been to Athens and has not climbed this hill.
For families with children, a trip to the Greek capital will also be an exciting journey. I will write in detail about how everyone can spend their time interestingly in the section “Rest with Children”.
Top 5 Places to Visit
Among the huge variety of temples, palaces, ruins, museums, it is difficult to single out a few of the most significant. But still, I will present you with a list of five attractions, without which not a single tourist who finds himself in Athens can visit.
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Acropolis with temples located on its territory
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Main square of the city – Syntagma
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The majestic temple of Zeus
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Plaka District
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Roman Agora
Churches & Temples Which are Worth Visiting
I will tell you about the most magnificent buildings that you must see.
Acropolis
This is the place where great personalities were born and died, where history was made and legends were made. The Acropolis is a hill where only rich people and nobles lived. Here were built magnificent examples of Greek classicism – the Parthenon, the Erecteion, the Temple of Nike. The most significant temples are concentrated on the hill.
Temple of Olympian Zeus
These ruins are located in the heart of Athens. Construction began in the 4th century BC, but it was completed only five centuries later! It consisted of 107 columns, but today you will only see 15 survivors. To this day, the temple retains its former greatness.