Touring through Ἀθῆναι (Athens)

Less than a year ago, I had the wonderful opportunity of traveling to Greece. First stop: ATHENS.

- Plaka Market: has a variety of stores and food shops. Streets are extremely narrow and are packed with vendors and tourists. You are able to find cheap things (if you know how to bargain your way through them) and very interesting pieces of art.

- The Acropolis: magnificent! There are 21 archeological remains with in this site. The Parthenon, Old Temple of Athena, Erechtheum, Propylea and the Theatre of Dionysus are some of the most visited ones. The size and structure of these sites are unbelievable! I could not believe how amazing everything was.

- The Roman Agora: although it has nothing to do with the Romans, its name comes from the time it was built –during the Roman times. The Library of Hadrian is located within this site. The detailing in each of the pyramids and towers is something to admire.

- Temple of Olympian Zeus: I had the best time on this place. After watching the movie Hercules (the Disney version) my best friend and I had to sing one of the theme songs while being on this site. Although not much of it remains, there is enough of it to admire.

- Syntagma Square: located in central Athens. Many tourists enjoy visiting because parliament is located across from it and every hour, people are able to observe the changing of the guard ceremony. It is an interesting act to witness, so if you wish to watch it, click the link below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bm-XBYOz2PE


(Photograph credits: Neda MR)