Greece Beach, Historic buildings + Historical pictures

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Visit the building blocks of Western civilization, swim and sunbathe on beautiful Mediterranean islands and enjoy the lively nightlife scene.

The island capital is a cosmopolitan center that retains its traditional Greek charm.

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

Vacations at this pretty beach on Corfu’s east coast offer watersports, a scenic mountain backdrop and unsurpassed views of the Ionian Sea. 

Scenic walks, safe swimming, spectacular sunsets and legends of Greek mythology lure visitors to this beach on Corfu’s northwest coast.

This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens. 

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

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

The arrival point for many visitors to Kos is a beautiful port that borders a collection of historical attractions, including Roman ruins and a medieval castle.

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.

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

This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.

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

The island capital is a cosmopolitan center that retains its traditional Greek charm.

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

Admire the well-preserved fortifications of this Venetian fortress and then enjoy spectacular views of the wild beauty of Nafplio’s coastline.

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

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.

Visit the building blocks of Western civilization, swim and sunbathe on beautiful Mediterranean islands and enjoy the lively nightlife scene.

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.

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