Pictures of Athens

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Walk along the covered promenades where affluent Athenians exchanged gossip, political news, and wares.

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

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

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

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

Visit the birthplace of democracy, where men first gathered as equals to make decisions about the fate of their growing city.

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

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

Home to the first modern Olympic Games, this gleaming white marble stadium has seen many victories, from ancient times to today.

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

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

Walk along the covered promenades where affluent Athenians exchanged gossip, political news, and wares.

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

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

Home to the first modern Olympic Games, this gleaming white marble stadium has seen many victories, from ancient times to today.

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

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

Walk along the covered promenades where affluent Athenians exchanged gossip, political news, and wares.

Home to the first modern Olympic Games, this gleaming white marble stadium has seen many victories, from ancient times to today.

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

Visit the birthplace of democracy, where men first gathered as equals to make decisions about the fate of their growing city.

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

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

Visit the birthplace of democracy, where men first gathered as equals to make decisions about the fate of their growing city.