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Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Explore scenic mountains, gorges, villages and shoreline. View the lasting monuments that ancient Greeks built to honor their beloved gods. 

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Pay homage to Thessaloniki’s patron saint, the Roman martyr Dimitrios, whose relics are held in this ancient church, which is considered one of the most important in the city.

Step away from the crowds and visit this grand cathedral, seen by many as a symbol of the Cretan revolution.

Imagine shopping where the ancient Greeks did, as you stroll through the remains of the former meeting center of Athens, composed of colonnades with marble columns.

Step away from the crowds and visit this grand cathedral, seen by many as a symbol of the Cretan revolution.

Dating back to the 4th century B.C., these striking walls are a beautiful example of Thessaloniki’s ancient architecture and a reflection of the city’s long history.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

Picture sandy beaches backed by whitewashed homes rising up hillsides from small busy ports. Bright blue sky meets deep blue ocean, resulting in scenic beauty.   

Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

From the top of this Byzantine-style tower you can experience superb views of Rhodes Port and the historic landmarks of Rhodes City’s Old Town.

Explore scenic mountains, gorges, villages and shoreline. View the lasting monuments that ancient Greeks built to honor their beloved gods. 

Admire views over the Ancient Agora from this hill, the site where ancient murder trials were staged and where, according to the Bible, St. Paul preached.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

From souvenirs and oddities to artisan craft and Greek pastries, this buzzing flea market is a great place to experience the local culture.