The meaning of Parthenon is ‘virgins chamber’ and was once dedicated to the virgin of Athena, thought to be the goddess of wisdom, and the Patron of Athens. This building was erected between 447 and 432 B.C. and ordered done by Pericles. It is one of the best built architectural structures of all time. [...]
A precious success of the golden age of Greek civilization, the magnificent complex Doric temple known as the Parthenon is the largest structure built in Greece, and it has crowned the top point of the city skyline (Acropolis means “upper town”) since the 5th century B.C.
The amazing Acropolis is perched upon a limestone mount towering [...]
If you are traveling to Athens then you will soon find out that there are many things to see in this wonderful city. You shootout have any trouble finding activities to fill your time, and you won’t have trouble finding things to take wonderful pictures of. The following is a list of sites that you [...]
There is an abundance of places to go and things to do in the city of Athens, Greece. You should have no trouble filling your time in Athens with wonderful memories and beautiful snapshots. Here are some places to get you started:
Make sure that you see the Acropolis and the Parthenon. This is known as [...]
Every year, during the Athens Festival in Greece, the city’s ancient monuments are converted into theatres that overflow with crowds from around the world who come to experience the cultural magnificence of the city of Athens. Steeped in arts, history and culture, this ancient city hosts one of the largest celebrations of the art and [...]
When non-Greeks think of Athens, they picture a city of culture and history. They envision ancient ruins and quaint cafes along narrow, winding streets. The locals sip their ouzo, play backgammon, and click their prayer beads.
When most Greeks think of Athens, they see a noisy, traffic-jammed sprawl of cars and buildings. They remember that, until [...]