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It didn't happen yesterday, for which I am grateful, but today there is a public transit strike. No worries though, Leslie and I had plans to be tourists so we just walked all over town, all the way to the Acropolis. You can just imagine how it would have been minus all the city buildings, coming upon this huge creation at the top of a hill you can see for miles. I can see it right now from Leslie's place, and it's all lit up at night which is wonderful. There's been some deterioration of the structures because of the pollution, and most of the ancient buildings are surrounded by scaffolding, which is too bad because it totally ruins the look. Metal and ancient stones just should not mix, but otherwise it might fall down, and that would be a real shame. From up on the hill you get a great view of the city, so we took lots of photos, some peekaboo shots from between the columns.
Leslie and I walked down to the Ancient Agora area, lots of trees and old stones, so you can see how it used to be this extensive market place and the centre
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On our touristy day Leslie and I walked everywhere, metro be damned!of the city. All the roads led to it, once; which was kind of a big deal back in the day. Afterwards we cursed the metro strike and wandered around, then I went off on my own to do some exploring and look at all the touristy junk. I really want something special from all the places I visit, but the mass-produced figurines all look like crap, and there are only so many tshirts one person can stand to look at. I do like the Greek connecting chains they use for so many necklaces and what not. If anyone has suggestions as to what really Greek souvenior I just can't leave without, let me know.*
*Keep in mind I am travelling with a backpack and must carry or mail home everything.
Leslie and I booked our ferries to the islands, we are going to Tinos first to see some houses she might rent. After that we'll be going to Santorini (Thira) to view the breathtaking sunsets. Leslie has to come back on Tuesday, but I will go to Ios on my own for a while to party it up, then head back to Athens on the 18th. My
flight to Milan is on the 19th, bright and early, so I'm going to get my fill of Greece until then. Tonight Leslie, John, and I might go out to their local taverna for a bite to eat... apparently it has great octopus. I have never tried octopus before, but it might happen. Saw another McDonalds today- under no circumstances will I be eating at a western food chain, so if octopus is the alternative then that's what I'll do!
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Greek souvernirs..
Hola babe! I can think of at least one souvenir...perhaps with the name Stravos, or Kostas, or someone who's last name ends in "oulos". Bring one for me and Jayna please!! And remind your mom that no news is good news!! Or maybe bring back an olive branch head wreath for your toga parties! Have tons o' fun! Miss ya!