Acropolis

Athens

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March 20th 2009
After a six month deployment to Kosovo, I was ready to take a well deserved vacation. So In June of 2001, my family and I headed for Greece. I always wanted to visit Athens, specifically the Parthenon. I think this monumental ruins of ancient Greece is a must for travelers. It should be in one of the top ten must visit in your list. Together with the Pyramids of Giza, Macchu Picchu and the Great W ... read more

Europe » Greece » Attica » Athens

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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