As the soil was not conducive to large-scale agricultural programs, Athens turned to trade for its livelihood and, mainly, to sea trade. The early Mycenaean period (c. 1550 - 1100 BCE) saw massive fortresses rise all over Greece, and Athens was no exception. The remains of a Mycenaean palace can still be seen today on the Acropolis. Homer s and portray the Mycenaeans…
Athens, Greece Situated in the exclusive area of Vouliagmeni, Margi is a 5-star boutique hotel nestled among pine trees and just a few steps away from the sandy beach. “Friendly staff, amazing spa & massage, cozy w…h fireplace, fantastic pool area, great ambiance.” — Peter United Kingdom Athens, Greece Facing a tranquil green park in the Kifissia area…
Lykavittos is the highest hill in Athens, and is visible from all over the city. A funicular brings visitors to the top of the hill, which offers great views over the Acropolis and the city of Athens. The hill, also called Lykabettos, can alternatively also be climbed on foot or by car. Cars can t reach the top, so you ll still have some walking to do before…
In answer to all those who have e-mailed me to ask what they should not miss while in Athens I have put together my own Top-10 list of the most important sites and things to do and see in the city. They may not be everybody s Top-10 and I may have cheated a little and squeezed a few more than 10 places in, but that is the nature of Athens. There are few cities…
Temperatures in Athens, Greece, are pleasant no matter when you visit. (Photo: akropolis athens image by Christopher Ritsch from Fotolia.com ) Related Articles Athens, Greece, has relatively mild weather, with the average daytime temperatures ranging from 52 degrees Fahrenheit in January to 92 degrees in August. The humidity does not add considerably to the heat…
Alikanas, Katastari, 29090, ZAKYNTHOU Restaurants , Indian - Pakistani Cuisine , Chinese Cuisine Phone : Mobile : Website: The Golden Dragon & Taj Mahal Restaurant is located along the main road of Alykanas resort and is one of its kind in the area with a 25 years of experience in Indian and Chinese cuisene. Golden Dragon & Thai Mahal is owned…
A unique place in downtown! Just one minute from Apostolou Pavlou. 10 minutes away from Acropolis. Ideal for 2 persons, accomodates up to 4 people. Thissio Art House. Come and stay in the stylish and comfortable apartment in Athens. In the city s heart! Situated 3 mins from Thisio metro station and within walking distance from Acropolis. The house is situated…
Syntagma Square is the most famous in Athens if not all of Greece. No matter where you have to go in Athens, if you can find Syntagma Square you can find your way there. Syntagma Square is back and better then ever. Well maybe not better than ever. It was probably at it s best in the early 1900 s when there were not cars and buses whizzing around it and it was…
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Keren Patzia is the host for many Workshops and Teacher Training Certifications that happen throughout the year in Greece. These Workshops are about teaching Classical Pilates in depth, and for students to understand the reasoning behind Joe Pilates System and approach. The Classical Pilates approach is a mindful yet simple approach of teaching, giving time for…
