restaurant with a view

Climbing Mt. Lycavittos

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September 5th 2005
Gina and I hiked to the top of Mt. Lycavittos, the ancient mountain just a few streets behind our apartment. The mountain’s peak offers one of the best views of Athens and its nearby islands. There is also a restaurant at the top, at which I’d like to one day hold a celebration (Mom, how about for your 60th? ... 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