Athens was the original city of culture as well as an economic and administrative centre of ancient Greece. Named after its patron goddess, Athena, it is here where the illustrious of Greek greats such as the renowned philosophers, Socrates, Plato and Aristotle and mathematicians such as Thales of Miletus and Pythagoras of Samos that shaped the world’s early steps into language, politics, education and the sciences. Little wonder it is was known as the ‘cradle of western civilisation’. It is also the birthplace of the Olympics games!
As the capital of Greece, Athens still captures the imagination of what once a great city full of history, art and culture. The city stands surrounded by 5th century BC landmarks including its famous temple, the Parthenon that dominates the rocky hill, the Acropolis. This amazing monument is considered one of the greatest cultural wonder in the world and many have spent hours absorbing its history.
In recent years, there has been a massive undertaking of restoration work including the newly constructed Archaeological Promenade, a 2.5 mile long pedestrianized walkway hugging the foot of the Acropolis and connecting all of the city’s archaeological sites and making touring around the city easier and more walk-able.
Besides exploring the city’s greatest ruins, there is another reason why visitors are flocking to Athens. Their blossoming contemporary art scene and thriving nightlife draws visitors from all over the world. A city that offers a fusion of the ancient and the modern, what more could a visitor want?
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