Altar of Apollo

Greece, One Hell of a Spring Break

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April 13th 2009
So I know it has been a while but I have been bogged down with work since I have returned to Rome. It’s a shame that sometimes I associate Rome with work. Regardless, I had an excellent spring break minus a few snags, which are expected in long trips with budget traveling. So let me start this blog, which from the week I had should be of epic proportions. Brace yourself! Athens ... read more

Europe » Greece

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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