Athens is a cosmopolitan and modern city in ancient times, an important center of commerce and culture. His name is Athena the goddess of war, which is the guardian. From the first European city in the Middle East in Athens. Looking at the first sign of the transition from Europe to the West to the East. Greek revolt began in 1821, and in 1826 the Ottomans captured the city of Athens to the rebels took. 25 March 1832, with the proclamation of independence was Greece again.
Where to stay?
Syntagma Square (Constitution Square)
Plate
Psirri
Syntagma
Metaxourgio
What to do during the day?
The Acropolis, Athens time following the traditional starting point of being almost took trips. This is the 5th BC a region-century temples. Ancient Athens, the outskirts of the region began to form up again. Propylaia (Propylaea), the gateway to the Acropolis.
Temple of Athena Nike, BC First 5 century building is made. This structure has the location, due to the very beautiful view.
Pantheon, the largest temple of the Acropolis. It also has the distinction of being the world's most famous archaeological remains. 4 BC It was made of century building in the temple next to the property within the city retained a treasure.
The Acropolis Museum, Acropolis museum is situated in the southern part of the plateau.
Panathinaiko Stadium, the only stadium in the world has been achieved entirely of marble. Greece is the birthplace of the Olympic stadium, which was built for the 2004 Olympics has an impressive architecture. I have stayed in the city's historic buildings towards the stadium and the Apollo Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's Arch and the Roman baths of the Emperor is also included.
Kotiza Square is a square in the neoclassical style that incorporates many elegant structure. If you continue to walk to Omonia Square can be reached in this square. Athens tourist spot with a large number of these are squares.
National Archaeological Museum, the construction was started in 1866, construction was completed in 1889, this museum is the most important archaeological museum in Greece. Another important museums in the Benaki Museum, a rich collection.
Syntagma Square, the most important square of Athens. Meaning of the word means that the Constitution Square. Without a doubt the most important visual element of the square, the Parliament Building. This occurred approximately 10 minutes away from the largest temple in Greece, which is the Temple of Zeus Olympias. This temple dedicated to Zeus, leaving only the remaining 15 column today.
What to do at night?
Very vibrant nightlife in Athens. Modern entertainment venues, traditional Greek taverns you will find so many attractions in Athens.
Plaka - the old places Monastriaki prefer the night life. Located in this region, especially the traditional Greek taverns. Other than that, there are small bars and pub-style places. Coastal Region has an important place in the life of the night.
Psyrri, Gazi, Metaxourgio, Exarcheia, Theseion and Kolonaki other regions are concentrated in the night life.
Ancient theaters, open-air shows in the summer months adding a different color to the city.
Shopping
Athens has branched into a variety of shopping. Plaka is the most important region in terms of area, for example a souvenir. Here are a relatively large number for your loved ones at an affordable price is quite possible to find a variety of gift items.
Athens Kolonaki is located in the world-famous fashion designer shops. Visitors who closely follow the European fashion, Louis Vitton, Gucci, Bulgari will find brands such as Kolonaki stores.
In terms of quality shoes and clothes is very important in Ermou. Can move easily in this area is closed to traffic, away from the noise of traffic can also enjoy making purchases.
Olive oil is made in Athens at the beginning of other shopping products. Greek olive oil which has a very important place for cuisine, located in Athens is quite important. Alcoholic beverages that are specific to Greece and the Greek ouzo, brandy Metaxa, which is also the possibility of finding many places throughout your visit.
Important Places
Zappeion Hall
Benaki Museum
Plate
Parthenon (Parthenonas)
National Library of Greece
Temple of Olympian Zeus (naos tou Olimpiou Dios - Olympieion)
Propylaia
Temple of Athena Nike
Zeus and Temple of Apollo
Makrigianni
Monument to the Unknown Soldier
National Garden
Kolokotroni Square
Klathmonos Square
Houses of Parliament
Syntagma Square (Constitution Square)
Omonia Square (Platia Omonias)
Old Acropolis Museum
Hadrians Gate
Kotzia Square
Panathenaic Stadium (Panathinaiko Stadio)
Acropolis (Akropolis)
National Historical Museum (Old Parliament)
Kolonaki