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Athens city is the capital of Greece. It took its name from the ancient goddess Athena. It is thought the town to have at least a 3000 year old recorded history and this makes it one of the oldest cities in Europe. Athens city is known all over the world as the cradle of a great civilization and for the Acropolis. It is the place where the political system of democracy, sciences and philosophy were born. Today, it is the commercial, cultural, financial, political and industrial center of Greece...
This section of Athens Greece provides much information: pictures, map, villages, museums, excursions, beaches and a selection of hotels.

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Athens Greece: Discover the beautiful city of Athens in Greece
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:: HOTEL ON ATHENS, Armonia Hotel

Athens Armonia Hotel welcomes you to a warm and friendly environment where you can enjoy a blend of modern comfort and Superior Class Hotel facilities. Hotel Armonia becomes most prestigious for its superb and relaxing atmosphere both of which contribute to a very pleasant and memorable stay of its guests. It is located of the south coast of the city.
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- Athens April 2010 (20-05-2011)
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:: Latest news & Events


- Workshop for Creative Photography (16/01)
- Picasso stolen from National Gallery (09/01)
- Dinosaur Exhibition in the Mall (08/12)
- Looking for the mansion of Herodes Atticus (23/11)
- Moisture causes damage to Tower of Winds (04/11)

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:: Ancient Sites


The most important monument of Athens is of course the Acropolis. There are several other important ancient sites and monuments. They can be found mainly around the Plaka neighbourhood and in the vicinity of the Acropolis. They include ancient temples, such as the Parthenon and the temple of Olympian Zeus, theaters, such as the Herodes Atticus, and public buildings such as the Agora.


:: Athens Neighbourhoods


Athens Greece is composed by many beautiful and popular neighbourhoods. Here is a description of the most famous neighborhoods and its surroundings that are worth visiting: Syntagma Square, Plaka (the most famous and picturesque under the Acropolis), Kolonaki, Monastiraki, Thissio, Psiri, Omonia, Panepistimiou, Gazi, Peiraeus, Glyfada, Exarchia and more. For every neighbourhood, a link to discover hotels of the area is available. Athens also propose beautiful luxury hotels.


:: Beaches


Many beaches of Athens are situated in the south-east coast, in the district of Glyfada. Sadly, most of them are private, which means there is an entrance fee to enjoy a swim. The district of Marathon, located north-east of the city, also some great and peaceful beaches to offer, as well as the east coast of Athens, near the little port of Rafina, although often really crowded.

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