Parthenon to the left of us, Zeus to the right, here I am stuck in the middle with you Photo 27

Parthenon to the left of us, Zeus to the right, here I am stuck in the middle with you

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May 17th 2010
Athens First recomedation I have for anyone coming to Athens is catch the train from the airport...it's easy! Second recomendation I have is be very very careful of the Ouzo. It's a killer! Hotels in Athens are interesting, either seem to be bottom or top of the range though we managed to secure the smallest 'back' room in a very very swish hotel in a fabulous location, drinks in th ... read more

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Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more