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What did I see a few days ago, looking up at the familiar temple of Hephestus and Athena (aka Theseion)? Theseus, the famous hero, looking like a pirate, with a large green parrot on his shoulder. And while the hero was locked … Continue reading
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Over the next three days (October 11th-14th), visitors to Athens will enjoy several cultural events centred on the theme of fire. I decided to join in, by adding my own story of fire. This story took place more than three … Continue reading
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This is one of my favorite places in Athens. A giant of a temple, this one still manages to dwarf the visitor and instill a sense of awe, despite the fact that only a handful of its 104 columns still … Continue reading
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The Cape Cape Sounion, is the tip of a peninsula thrust into the Aegean, only 60-90 minutes’ drive from Athens. It is right in the middle of all those trade routes connecting the two sides of the Aegean Sea and … Continue reading
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This is one of my favorite sites, the Ancient Agora of Athens, the hub of the ancient city. Here beat the heart of the city; from trader to philosopher, from slave to politician, all crossed paths here. Here was where … Continue reading
Aristotle, Greek tourist guide 