Discover these places worth visiting in Central Athens and select a hotel nearby for ultimate convenience
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Acropolis MuseumGGigieggThe modern, glass-filled architecture beautifully contrasts with the historic artifacts inside, offering views of the nearby Acropolis. The exhibits are thoughtfully arranged, showcasing sculptures, pottery, and relics from the Acropolis itself. The Parthenon Gallery was a highlight, with its stunning display of the temple’s original friezes and sculptures. Walking over the glass floors and seeing the archaeological ruins beneath added a unique perspective.
Parthenon老老少皆宜(程世荣)Athens is a city with many cultural relics, especially the temples. We visited many temples in Greece. When we took a boat tour of the Aegean Sea, we also visited the famous temples on the island. Greece is still very cultural.
Temple of Olympian ZeusWwwwellllThe scene must be accompanied by a background story, otherwise it will only look at the ruins of a pile of stone pillars. Limestone, the roof is built in marble. Supported by 34 Corinthian columns about 17 meters high, 13 long and 6 wide. Its gables and interior hall porch are beautifully carved marble, and there are many Athens-style statues in the glaze.
Academy of AthensLLavender and SunOn March 20, 1887, Ziller handed over the building of the "Sinaean Academy" to the Greek Prime Minister. The Athens Museum of the Coin was opened in 1890, and the Byzantine and Christian Museum and National Archives were renovated in 1914. On March 24, 1926, the building was transferred to the newly established Athenian Academy of Sciences.
Plateia Omonoias悠悠然上路Concordia Square is located in the center of Athens and is an important transportation hub. The famous Women's Street and Plaka Old Town are nearby. It is said that the security in the Concordia Square area is a bit chaotic, but we feel it is okay. Of course, you should be careful in all aspects when you go out. We went to Athens in September 2015, just in time for the Greek general election. Concordia Square was very lively with various activities and interviews by various reporters.
Hadrian's Arch金金冈金冈From here, cross the road across the road to the Acropolis on the pilgrimage road. At the foot of the mountain, this old city street is worth a walk, a bit like Macau. The arch is in the park, close to the Constitution Square.
National Archaeological MuseumAAnonymous UserBeautiful. Stone carvings, gold tools, bronze, colored pottery, all show the exquisite art, culture and scientific level of ancient Greek people. Especially the ancient Greek bronze gear set excavated in recent years is considered by the American computer textbooks to be the first human appliance with computing power.
Monastiraki Flea MarketMMiss ThaiIt is a very busy area - but has so many nice shops and restaurants and street vendors.It is particularly nice in the evenings (though more crowded) in the summer with the sun down and less heat.On the weekends it seems there are even more street vendors.