"A great city, whose image dwells in the memory of man, is the type of some great idea. Rome represents conquest; Faith hovers over the towers of Jerusalem; and Athens embodies the pre-eminent quality of the antique world, Art." - Benjamin Disraeli
Dating back to the Neolithic age the capital of Greece is to this day still considered to be the birthplace of Western civilisation. As Athens is the home of democracy and of the wise men of ancient times the city has left is mark in the world. When discovering Athens you’ll be plunged into the world of ancient civilisations with its historical monuments like the temple Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch and of course the Acropolis. With its mix of ancient history and contemporary style each neighbourhood has its unique character for the tastes of each individual. At night the city changes completely with many different options from bars to music to all different types of theatres for you to enjoy.
With over 3000 bits and pieces spread over three levels, this museum gives...
A huge temple in the centre of Athens devoted to Zeus, ruler of the ancient...
An ancient marble stadium that is now a multi-purpose venue for music and...
A 2nd-century CE marble mausoleum and monument dedicated to the Roman...
Museum devoted to the art and culture of the ancient, particularly the...
A rich and unique display of Byzantine artistic heritage the Byzantine and...
The Benaki is right in the heart of Athens, opposite the Presidential Palace...
An 11th-century church in the middle of a busy street in central Athens.