Wednesday, 22 May 2024

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The Roman Agora was built between 19-11 B.C. from the donations of Julius Caesar and Augustus. The courtyard was tiled during the reign of the Emperor Hadrian. After the Herulian invasion and the constraint of Athens inside the post-Romaic wall, the ...more
Polignotou 3, Monastiraki, Athens, Attica, Greece 10555
Due to its strategic position, the settlement of Elefsina was developed to be a large fortified settlement during the Mycenaean period and was founded in 2000 B.C.. It was then that the cult of Demeter was introduced, that worshipped the deity ...more
Archaeological Site of Elefsina, Elefsina, Attica, Greece 19200
The Ancient Theater of Epidaurus resides in the Peloponnese, but during the summer it is considered an extension of Athens at nearly 173 km (approximately 2 hours) for those who follow the relevant artistic events of the Athens & Epidaurus Festival. ...more
Epidavrou, Epidavros, Peloponnese, Greece 21052
Worldwide, the Acropolis is the symbol of Athens. Atop the Sacred Rock of Athens, during the Golden Age of Pericles, the Ancient Greeks decided to convey their culture – which was at its peak at the time. The main monuments of the Acropolis are the ...more
Acropolis, Dionysos Arepagitou, Acropolis, Athens, Attica, Greece 10558
Located on the most southern point of Attica, only 68 km from Athens, Cape Sounio is the ideal destination for a one-day excursion, combining a visit to the unique beauty of the temple of Poseidon, with captivating views of the Aegean Sea. ...more
Archaeological Site of Sounio, Sounio, Attica, Greece 19500
Mycenae, one of the most important archaeological sites, belongs in the UNESCOʼs list of Sites of World Heritage. According to Homer in Iliad and Odyssey, they were founded by Perseus, son of Danae and Zeus. ...more
Argos Mycenae, Argos, Peloponnese, Greece 21200
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The much-anticipated creation of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation was delivered in 2017. Designed by the award-winning architect, Renzo Piano “The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center” (SNFCC) was built on the old racecourse plot in the Delta ...more
Leof. Andrea Siggrou 364, Kalithea, Attica, Greece 17674
Τhe Temple of Olympian Zeus has a rich history from ancient times and is known to have been inhabited since the prehistoric age. The establishment of this sacred ground is dated back to the legendary age of Deucalion. ...more
Leof. Vasilisis Olgas, Zappeio, Athens, Attica, Greece 10557
The Areopagus or Areios Pagos is the "Rock of Ares", located north-west of the Acropolis Hill. This hill is where court took session in the ancient times for the trial of murders. Today the hill is accessible at any time without entrance fee and ...more
Areopagus Hill, Acropolis, Athens, Attica, Greece 10555
The Eugenides Foundation, established in 1956, is an independent, private, non-profit foundation with a mission to enhance scientific, technological, and technical education and to promote science and technology to the general public. The foundation ...more
Syngrou Avenue 387, Palaio Faliro, Attica, Greece 17564
Delphi was inhabited since Mycenaean times by small settlements who were dedicated to the Mother Earth deity. The worship of Apollo was established between the 11th and 9th centuries. During the 8th c. B.C. Delphi became internationally known for the ...more
Delphi, Delphi, Central Greece 33054
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The Stegi Onassis Foundation is located in Athens, at Syngrou Avenue 107, constructed entirely with money and supervision by the Onassis Foundation and is a real gem building for the city. This significant cultural center hosts many events, concerts ...more
Leof. Syngrou 107, Neos Kosmos, Athens, Attica, Greece 11745