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Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

This sparkling white, world-class city will take your breath away with dazzling hilltop views of the mountains and sea, and glimpses into the age of antiquity.

Visit Greece’s national academy to admire the neoclassical architecture of one of Athens\' most striking landmarks.

Visit Greece’s national academy to admire the neoclassical architecture of one of Athens\' most striking landmarks.

In the ruins of this monument to knowledge, see the notches in marble where papyrus book rolls were once stored.

Walk along the covered promenades where affluent Athenians exchanged gossip, political news, and wares.

Walk along the covered promenades where affluent Athenians exchanged gossip, political news, and wares.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Find souvenirs, collectables, and one-of-a-kind trinkets at this eclectic group of antique shops, tavernas and outdoor vendors.

See friezes of whimsical wind gods and architectural details way ahead of the time at one of Greece’s best-preserved monuments from ancient times.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Find souvenirs, collectables, and one-of-a-kind trinkets at this eclectic group of antique shops, tavernas and outdoor vendors.

In the ruins of this monument to knowledge, see the notches in marble where papyrus book rolls were once stored.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Visit Greece’s national academy to admire the neoclassical architecture of one of Athens\' most striking landmarks.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Walk along the covered promenades where affluent Athenians exchanged gossip, political news, and wares.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Walk along the covered promenades where affluent Athenians exchanged gossip, political news, and wares.