Overlooking Athens

Ancient Athens

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June 28th 2011
Though we were terribly homesick by this point, we pushed ourselves to complete a half-day tour and make the most of our time in Athens. The guide took us past Hadrians Arch, the Temple of Zeus, and the Olympic Stadium now hosting the Special Olympics. We even saw the large torch burning in the sky. In Syntagma Square we saw protestors and police in front of the Parliament building. Incidentally, ... 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