Athens

Athens

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June 29th 2007
Lots of pictures by the way; view what you like. Day 1 (Friday) Woke up to opressive heat & unimpressive breakfast-seems to be the hostel standard-toast w/ spreadables & hard boiled eggs. But hey it's all for 25 Euros. Last night shared a room with 6 women, 2 from Washington. The hostel is in a good location just blocks from the city center & blocks from the Acropolis. Spent a couple of ... 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