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• Omonia Square

  Omonia Square is a massive, roaring roundabout whose radiating streets link the capital to its mainland provinces. Beneath its central fountains lie the central subway station and a shopping centre.
  
  Though the cafes and neon signs recall Piccadilly Circus or Times Square – only more grimy – Omonia, which means ‘concord’, is the most representative of all Athenian squares. It’s a focal point for Greeks visiting from the countryside, and here life surges on in the streets and the kafeneia (coffee houses) with insouciant disregard for foreign tourists.
  

  Omonia Square Omonoia Square, Athina 104 31, Greece

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• Athens

  Athens is Europe's southern-most capital city and the gateway to Greece and the ancient world. Its renowned hallmark is the gleaming marble of the monuments of the Acropolis, which rise triumphantly above the city, proud survivors of the ravages of man and time.

  People have dwelt on this rock for some 5,000 years — a lineage so ancient as to make all other European cities seem young by comparison.

  Below, in the ancient Agora, or marketplace, Socrates held his dialogues, and the system of democracy e know today had its beginning, making Athens the cradle of Western civilization. It is this rich history that continues, to act as a magnet for travellers throughout the world. Modern Athens is far removed from the elegant splendour of its classical ruins.

  The sprawl of steel and concrete retches up into the surrounding hills as far as the eye can see. (Remarkably for a city of this size, there are no skyscrapers and under a dozen tall buildings.) Aesthetics have fallen by the wayside during the 20th century, for a massive influx of rural Greeks and repatriated countrymen from Turkey has made a necessity of rapid (and frenzied) growth.

  Today, metropolitan Athens, along with the adjoining city and port of Piraeus, is home to more than 4 million people, a figure that equals nearly half the population of the entire country.

  It is fitting, too, that the venerable monuments of Athens, built by the ancient citizens, should still stand in the viable heart of their descendants. Historian Thomas William Rolleston wrote: "The elements which in the most remote times have entered into nation’s composition endure through all its history, and help to mould that history, and to stamp the character and genius of the people."

  Athens has always been a world crossroads. Having dealt with invaders throughout its history, the city has coped well with the tourist bombardment of recent years (Greece receives around 10 million visitors a year!). Even those heading for the islands often spend at least a night or two in Athens, and for many, this is a destination in its own right. If the urban din gets too much, mountain villages, get- away islands and beaches are easily accessible.

  Athens, a city very much on the move, absorbs effortlessly its waves of visitors, while straining its Hellenic ingenuity for greater commercial and in industrial prominence. Yet in the end, regardless of how modern it becomes or the extent of the progress it achieves, it will always uphold the splendid heritage evoked by its very name.

  One of the oldest remaining cities on the face of the planet, Athens has stood at the center of the world for thousands of years as a leader in philosophy, history, culture, and mythology. From places such as the Acropolis—often credited as the birthplace of modern civilization—with the Parthenon, the Erectheon, and temples to Zeus, Agora, Athena, and Dionysus, to places such as the National Archeological Museum or the harbor of Piraeus, Athens is a symbol of what Europe has been over the millennia: the birthplace of the humanities. 
  
  Classical Athens is how most people prefer to remember the city, and it is the basis for the tourism that forms the major industry of this Greek city. It was the centre for arts, philosophy, science, math, and more. Plato’s Academy was based here, as was Aristotle’s Lyceum, and it was here that democracy was first born. In fact, many people call this the cradle of Western civilization, and the proof of that has been well-preserved over the years. In addition, the city was host to the first modern Olympic Games back in 1896, hearkening back to the times when the ancient games had been hosted in Olympia from 776 B.C. to 393 A.D. 

  Athens, Greece

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• Greece Athens Tours

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  Greece Athens Tours Pireos 16, Athina 105 52, Greece

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• Eleftheriou Venizelou

  Panepistimiou (also called Venixelou), with several 19th-century neoclassical buildings, runs parallel with Stadiou.  Either are a great way to walk from Syntagma Square to Omonia Square and catch some sights.

  The first building you’ll pass is the former home of German archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann (1822-90), who found the ancient palace of Troy and underneath the tombs at Mycenae. Up under roof you’ll see engraved ‘IIiou Melathron’ (palace on troy).

  Further along you’ll find the Academy of Arts, the University and the National Library. Their sculpted, gilded facades mimis the classical style. Athena and Apollo stand atop the Ionic columns at the Academy, while Socrates and Plato sit at the entrance. The Library has nearly a million books and manuscripts, including amazing hand-illuminated Gospels of the 19th and 11th centuries.

  Eleftheriou Venizelou El. Venizelou, Athina, Greece

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• ΚΛΑΥΘΜΩΝΟΣ

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  ΚΛΑΥΘΜΩΝΟΣ Athens 105 61, Greece

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• Agioi Theodoroi Church

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  Agioi Theodoroi Church Pl. Agion Theodoron, Athina 105 61, Greece

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• Mount Lycabettus Viewing Area

  For spectacular views of the city, take the cable car at the end of Ploutarchou in Kolonaki.

  Mount Lycabettus Viewing Area Parthenon,, Athina 114 71, Greece

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• Numismatic Museum of Athens

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  Numismatic Museum of Athens El. Venizelou 12, Athina 106 71, Greece

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• Church of Panaghia Kapnikarea

  Built in the 11th-century Kapnikarea, on Ermou, is one of Athens’ best-preserved Byzantine churches. A modern master, Fotis Kondoglou, was responsible for the fine paintings inside.

  Church of Panaghia Kapnikarea Kapnikareas, Athina 105 56, Greece

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• Syntagma Square

  Ringed by banks, deluxe hotels, generic fastfood eateries and travel agencies, Syntagma (Constitution) Square is the central reference point for the most visitors to Athens. It also makes a convenient rendezvous spot for Athenians working in the city centre. Orange trees, cypresses and palms somehow survive the fumes that are emitted by constant traffic swinging into Syntagma from eight major thoroughfares.

  Syntagma Square Pl. Sintagmatos, Athina 105 63, Greece

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• Sofia October
  Museum has a very big and nice exposition. What was uncomfortable - lack of logical order of moving from one room to another. There are a lot of intersections and sometimes you can't be sure have you visited some of parts or not. It would be nice to make it more user friendly.
• Ann Gariano
  It's a year since I visited and what I loved most was coming face to face with the hero's and villains I studied in ancient history. Seeing their personal possessions and weapons, most of all their humanity. The displays are well set out and have explanations in English and Greek. There are lifts within the museum but they are not obvious. If you need to use the elevators phone ahead and make sure they are all operating. There is a lovely cafe in a courtyard downstairs surrounded by enormous statues found in the Antikythera wreck and a magical garden. The main toilets are there as well as an interesting gift shop. I found the staff very helpful. Approaching staff with a smile and politeness helps. Hope you will enjoy your visit as much as I did, can't wait to go back!
• J. H.
  A walk through mankind's history from it's earliest beginnings and it's numerous setbacks. Stunning, even chilling, statuary and of course the Antikythera mechanism, a 2000 plus year old computer is on display here. Archaeological museums of this magnitude bring to mind mankind's inability to see past it's humanistic desires and self-destructiveness. A lesson in Darwinism or at least mankind's contribution to the Darwin awards. In other words, multiple reboots of civilization have occurred for one reason or another.
• Vladimir Sadovski
  This is of course absolutely must to see in Athens. Take in account there is a free parking close to the museum. You may not use a nearest valet parking lot.
• Chom
  If you mainly just want to see the Antikythera Mechanism then you can save your time and money. The section (as well as a few more sections) where the mechanism is on display are currently off limit, apparently due to staff shortage. None of the staff there know when will they re open the section. No apology and the lack of information especially from the info desk lady is ridiculous!

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