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  • The Parthenon

    2 - 4 Makriyianni Str , Makriyianni, 11742
    • +30 210 923 8175

    The Parthenon, the epitome of ancient Greek Classical Art, was dedicated by the Athenians to Athena Parthenos, the city patron, and is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy. Read more about The Parthenon

  • Acropolis

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    2 - 4 Makriyianni Str, Makriyianni, 11742
    • +30 210 923 8175

    Acropolis is the crown jewel of Greece. The great marble masterpieces on the 'Sacred Rock' of Athens are considered the most influential monuments in the Western World. Read more about Acropolis

  • The Sanctuary of Delphi

    Delphi, 33054
    • +30 22 6508 2313

    At the foot of Mount Parnassos, within the angle formed by the twin rocks of the Phaedriades, lies the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, which had the most famous oracle of ancient Greece. Read more about The Sanctuary of Delphi

  • Cape Sounio - Temple of Poseidon

    Sounio
    • +30 229 203 9363

    Sounio is about one hour drive from central Athens and follows the breathtaking coastline of the Saronic Gulf, passing through the resorts of Varkiza, Ayia Marina, Lagonissi, Saronida and Anavissios. Read more about Cape Sounio - Temple of Poseidon

  • The Erechtheion, Acropolis

    2 - 4 Makryianni Str , Athens, Makriyianni, 11742
    • +30 210 923 8175

    The Erechtheion, the graceful building on the north side of the sacred rock of the Acropolis, was erected in 421-406 BC. Read more about The Erechtheion, Acropolis

  • Kallimarmaro Stadium

    Vassileos Constantinou Avenue, Pagrati

    Kallimarmaro Stadium, also known as the Panathinaiko or Panathenaic Stadium is the athletic stadium that hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896. Read more about Kallimarmaro Stadium

  • Olympia and The Temple of Zeus

    Olympia

    Olympia, a sacred sanctuary of ancient Greece located in the valley of Elis in western Peloponissos is famous for hosting the first recorded Olympic Games in 776 BC. Read more about Olympia and The Temple of Zeus

  • Temple of Apollo, Delphi

    Delphi, 3305
    • +30 226 508 2313

    The temple of Apollo, the most important building in the sanctuary of Apollo at Delphi, dominates the temenos from its central position. Read more about Temple of Apollo, Delphi

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Archaeological Sites in Athens

Athens is the birthplace of civilisation, democracy, theatre and Olympic games.  Few cities boast a historic heritage as impressive as that of Athens.  Home to the astonishing archaeological monument the Acropolis

There are countless ancient sights that hold part of the history of Athens. Among the many archaeological sites in Athens that you must see include the sacred rock of Acropolis, the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion and the Santuary of Delphi

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