13 Awesome Things To Do In Athens, Greece For First-Timers
Athens, Greece’s most populous city, the birthplace of democracy, and home to some of the best well-preserved, and most beautiful ruins in the world have been getting quite a bad rap lately by some travelers who claimed the city is ugly and doesn’t have much to offer for travelers.
After I visited the city myself for about a week last summer, I have to disagree with that statement. Personally, I have no idea what they were talking about as I had a hell of a time in Athens.
The city is awesome! It is a well-lived-in city, which is as authentic as it comes. The city has charming neighborhoods, a ton of awesome viewpoints, and a slew of incredible things to do. I had a great time here and highly recommend you do not skip the city based on the negative reputation you have heard before and check out the city for yourself!
Within this guide, you will find all the information you need to plan a perfect trip to Athens.
1. Explore The Ruins Of The Parthenon
The Parthenon is probably one of the most recognizable landmarks in Greece, if not the world. People travel from all over the world to see this well-preserved Greek ruin that have stood the test of time for more than 2,000 years with their own eyes.
The temple was built in the 5th century BC as a dedication to the Greek goddess Athena Parthenos, who was regarded as the protector of Athens. It was designed by the renowned Greek architects Iktinos and Kallikrates, and its construction took almost 15 years to complete.
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