Why is Athens a popular tourist destination?

The perfect Mediterranean climate with the legendary greek sunlight, the unique combination of glorious history with modern, urban innovation, the coexistence of great culture with astonishing natural beauty, the high standard hotel accommodation, modern means of transportation such as the cutting edge modern metro, ...



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10 awesome reasons to visit Athens
  • Enjoy the warm weather of the Greek capital, and don't forget your sun protection!
  • The Odeon Of Herodes Atticus is just one of the many stunning ruins you'll find in Athens.
  • The Parthenon temple sits atop the Acropolis, one of the must-sees in Athens.


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That said, the Acropolis tops most lists of things to do in Athens for good reason. It's not just a world-renowned monument and eternal symbol of the city, but its most recognisable feature, the Parthenon (dedicated to the goddess Athena), gave the city its name.

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With the imposing Acropolis rising above the city as a magnificent centrepiece, the Greek capital draws visitors from around the world with its glorious past. Though the limelight rightfully belongs to the ancient monuments, beyond the ruins lies a contemporary city bursting with creativity.

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In brief, the most popular and historical neighborhoods of Athens are located in the city center: Plaka, Syntagma, Monastiraki, Acropolis & Thissio are the most tourist places to walk around and include most sightseeing. Some beautiful residential areas in the center include Koukaki, Mets and Kolonaki.

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