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Tholos at the archaeological site of Delphi, Marmaria Zde CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tholos._Down_Archaeological_site_of_Delphi,_201271.jpg
The Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Temple_of_Poseidon_at_Sounion_on_June_9,_2018.jpg
Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus Olecorre CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Theatre_of_Epidaurus_OLC.jpg
Moni Rousanou monastery at Meteora, Greece Jolovema CC BY 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:DSC_0548_meteora_monastery_2.jpg
The Lion Gate at Mycenae Andreas Trepte CC BY-SA 2.5 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lions-Gate-Mycenae.jpg
Temple of Apollo at Ancient Corinth Berthold Werner CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Korinth_BW_2017-10-10_10-55-28.jpg
View of Palamidi, Akronafplia and the town of Nafplio from the Argolic Gulf George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:View_of_the_Castle_of_Palamidi,_the_Akronafplia_and_the_town_of_Nafplio_from_the_Argolic_Gulf_on_30_March_2019.jpg
Aerial view of the upper town of Monemvasia, Laconia C messier CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%CE%9C%CE%BF%CE%BD%CE%B5%CE%BC%CE%B2%CE%B1%CF%83%CE%B9%CE%AC_DJI_4371.jpg
Temple of Aphaia on Aegina island Pawel Szubert CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Aegina_-_Temple_of_Aphaia_03.jpg
Aerial view of Hydra island harbour, Greece dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Harbour_of_Hydra_island_Greece_(43058400180).jpg
The burial mound of the Plataeans at Marathon battlefield George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_burial_mound_of_the_Plataeans_in_Marathon_on_January_15,_2019.jpg
Reconstruction of the Temple of Zeus at Nemea Zde CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Reconstruction_of_the_temple_of_Zeus,_Nemea,_201769.jpg
The Lycurgan enclosure of the Sanctuary of Demeter at Eleusis George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Lucurgan_enclosure_of_the_Sanctuary_of_Demeter_at_Eleusis_on_April_2,_2019.jpg
Stoa of the Temple of Artemis at Brauron (Vravrona) Kritheus CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Artemis_Temple_Stoa_DSCN1977a-1.jpg
Mount Parnassus landscape Chavakismanolis CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Mt._Parnassus-%CE%9B%CE%B9%CE%B2%CE%AC%CE%B4%CE%B9_%CE%A0%CE%B1%CF%81%CE%BD%CE%B1%CF%83%CF%83%CE%BF%CF%8D.jpg
Spetses harbour, Greece Hugh Llewelyn CC BY-SA 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Spetses_(51309814472).jpg
Beach near Skala on Agistri island, Greece BlogJordan CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:BlogJordan_Agii-Anargyri_Skala-Agistri_Greece.jpg
Lake Vouliagmeni thermal lake, Athens C messier CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Vouliagmenis_lake_2.JPG
Kaisariani Monastery on Mount Hymettus, Athens Stavros Marmaras CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Monastery_of_Kasariani_in_Athens,_Greece.jpg
Aerial view of Hydra harbour, Saronic Islands dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Harbour_of_Hydra_island_Greece_(43058400180).jpg
View down into the Corinth Canal with sheer rock walls, Greece Berthold Werner CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Korinth_BW_2017-10-10_09-53-23.jpg
Temple of Zeus at Ancient Nemea with Mount Phoukas in background Schuppi CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Temple_of_Zeus_in_Nemea_01.JPG
The Strait of Salamis, site of the 480 BC naval battle Jona Lendering CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Strait_of_Salamis.jpg
The Sanctuary of Nemesis at Rhamnous, Attica C. de Lisle CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rhamnous,_Nemeseion.jpg
Ioulida chora seen from Korissia port, Kea island, Cyclades Zde CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ioulida_from_Korissia,_Kea,_Cyclades,_190151.jpg
The Euripos Strait and old sliding bridge at Chalkida, Evia Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Straight_of_Evripos_old_bridge_Chalkida_Greece.jpg
Aerial photograph of Poros island town and harbour from the sea dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Island_of_Poros_Greece_(44820199152).jpg
Golden hour photograph of Schinias Beach in the Schinias-Marathon National Park Fotokos CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Natureland_03.jpg
Panoramic sunset view from the snow-covered slopes of Mount Parnitha George.laz21 CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%CE%94%CE%B5%CE%B9%CE%BB%CE%B9%CE%BD%CF%8C_%CF%83%CF%84%CE%B7%CE%BD_%CE%A0%CE%AC%CF%81%CE%BD%CE%B7%CE%B8%CE%B1.jpg
Pentelic marble quarry at Dionyssos on Mount Penteli Dr Peter Tzeferis CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Dionyssos-Pentelicon_marble_quarry.jpg
Former royal garden at Tatoi estate looking down the stairs to the pool Dimitrios Brousovana CC BY 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tatoi_ex_royal_garden_down_the_stairs_to_the_pool_-_panoramio.jpg
Aerial view of Vouliagmeni beach on the Athens Riviera dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Strand_in_Vouliagmeni_Athen,_Griechenland_(44148825814).jpg
Lousios Gorge in the Peloponnese, a popular canyoning destination Roman Klementschitz CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lousios2+.jpg
Colourful food and spice shops on Evripidou Street, central Athens Jean Housen CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:20211102_163_athenes.jpg
A winery in the Archaia Nemea village, Peloponnese Zde CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:A_winery_in_the_Archaia_Nemea_village,_201958.jpg
Panoramic view of Athens from Mount Lycabettus showing the Acropolis and sea of Piraeus George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Panoramic_view_of_Athens_from_Mount_Lycabettus._In_the_distance_(centre)_the_Acropolis._Far_in_the_distance_the_sea_of_Piraeus.jpg
Turquoise Aegean coastline as seen from Cape Sounion, Greece Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:As_seen_from_Cape_Sounion_Greece.jpg
View of the Castle of Bourtzi in Nafplio harbour from Akronafplia George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:View_of_the_Castle_of_Bourtzi_from_the_Castle_of_Akronafplia_on_30_March_2019.jpg
Panoramic view of the Acropolis from Areopagus Hill, Athens Ggia CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:20101024_Acropolis_panoramic_view_from_Areopagus_hill_Athens_Greece.jpg
The Acropolis at sunset, Athens Matlin CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Acropolis,_sunset_(48683127743).jpg
The Sacred Way at Delphi archaeological site Zde CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sacred_way_at_Delphi,_060044.jpg
Hydra harbour with stone mansions and moored boats MB-one CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hydra_Harbour_2013.JPG
View from Philopappos Hill showing the Acropolis of Athens with the Parthenon prominently visible, Lycabettus Hill in the background, bright daylight with clear sky, lush green trees in foreground A.Savin CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Attica_06-13_Athens_54_View_from_Philopappos_-_Acropolis_Hill.jpg
Interior of Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) showing Aegean Airlines check-in counters, departure information boards, passengers with luggage, distinctive airport ceiling architecture Rakoon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:20180802_145423_aegean_airlines_athens_airport.jpg
Syntagma metro station, platform of Line 3, Athens Jcornelius CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Syntagma_metro_station,_platform_of_Line_3_(1).jpg
Monastiraki Square in Athens on a warm evening, bustling with visitors and illuminated buildings, conveying a safe and welcoming atmosphere Jakub Halun CC BY 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Monastiraki_Square,_Athens,_20240531_2052_9991.jpg
The Varvakios Agora (Central Market of Athens), the biggest covered market in Athens, full of colorful stalls selling fresh produce, meat, and fish at affordable prices athenswalk CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Central_Market_of_Athens.jpg
Stunning panoramic view of the Acropolis of Athens from Filopappou Hill (Hill of the Muses), a free-to-visit viewpoint offering one of the best vistas in the city Wolfgang Moroder CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Acropolis_from_Filopappou_Hill.jpg
Interior of the New Acropolis Museum in Athens, showing the spacious modern gallery with ancient Greek sculptures and artifacts on display Tilemahos Efthimiadis CC BY-SA 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Interior_of_the_New_Acropolis_Museum_1.jpg
Restaurants on Mnisikleous Street in Athens -- a famous stepped pedestrian street in Plaka with charming cafes and bougainvillea Jakub Halun CC BY 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Restaurants_on_Mnisikleous_Street_in_Athens,_20240601_0917_0009.jpg
Tourists walking around the Acropolis near the Parthenon, showing visitors exploring the site in practical travel context Erik Drost CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Parthenon_(6793890927).jpg
Wide panoramic view of the Acropolis from Philopappos Hill, taken June 2024. Bright clear day, blue sky, the Parthenon and surrounding ancient structures clearly visible, green trees in foreground, city spreading behind. Jakub Halun CC BY 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:View_of_the_Acropolis_from_Philopappos_Hill,_Athens,_20240601_1112_0077.jpg
Classic blue-domed church in Oia, Santorini with white walls, pink bell tower, and deep blue Aegean Sea in background. Bright daylight, vivid colors. George M. Groutas CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Blue_Domed_Church_-_Oia,_Santorini,_Greece_-_20_July_2008.jpg
Little Venice waterfront in Mykonos, showing the iconic colorful buildings with their balconies hanging over the sea Julian Lupyan CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Little_Venice,_Mykonos,_2024.jpg
The neighborhood of Anafiotika on the north-eastern slope of the Acropolis hill -- a hidden village-like enclave of whitewashed houses with colorful doors built by settlers from Anafi island Mojnsen CC BY 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:View_on_Athens,_Greece.jpg
The Corinth Canal viewed from the bridge, showing the sheer rock walls of the narrow channel cutting through the Isthmus of Corinth, Greece. Berthold Werner CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Korinth_BW_2017-10-10_09-53-23.jpg
Overhead view of the archaeological site of Ancient Corinth showing the ruins of the Roman agora, Temple of Apollo columns, and Acrocorinth in the background. George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_archaeological_site_of_Ancient_Corinth_on_January_10,_2020.jpg
The Venetian castle of Bourtzi on its small island, guarding the entrance to the harbour of Nafplio, viewed from the port breakwater. George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_castle_of_Bourtzi_guarding_the_entrance_to_the_harbour_of_Nafplio_on_30_March_2019.jpg
View of Syntagma Square in Nafplio, the main square of the old town, with the former Venetian arsenal (now the Archaeological Museum) visible at the far end. C messier CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%CE%A0%CE%BB%CE%B1%CF%84%CE%B5%CE%AF%CE%B1_%CE%A3%CF%85%CE%BD%CF%84%CE%AC%CE%B3%CE%BC%CE%B1%CF%84%CE%BF%CF%82,_%CE%9D%CE%B1%CF%8D%CF%80%CE%BB%CE%B9%CE%BF_7709.jpg
View looking down the length of the Corinth Canal from the bridge, showing the sheer limestone walls and narrow waterway stretching into the distance Bruce Tuten CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Corinth_Canal,_Greece_(15062058326).jpg
The submersible bridge at Isthmia on the Aegean side of the Corinth Canal, showing the unique mechanism that sinks below the waterline to let ships pass Zde CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Isthmia_Bridge,_202752.jpg
The ancient stadium at Nemea with the stone starting line (balbis) in the foreground, showing the 178-metre track flanked by earthen spectator banks Carole Raddato CC BY-SA 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Nemea_Ancient_Stadium_with_the_starting_line_in_the_foreground,_built_ca._330_-_300_BC,_Ancient_Nemea,_Greece_(13907994988).jpg
The vaulted stone entrance tunnel (krypte eisodos) of the ancient stadium at Nemea, through which athletes entered the arena during the Nemean Games Carole Raddato CC BY-SA 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Vaulted_entrance_tunnel_of_the_Ancient_Stadium_of_Nemea,_Ancient_Nemea,_Greece_(13907972577).jpg
Tatoi Palace viewed from the Royal Gardens, showing the modest neoclassical facade surrounded by mature trees Vasilofron CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Anaktora1.jpg
Coniferous forest on Mount Parnitha with mature fir and pine trees, the mountain range where the Tatoi estate sits in the foothills Chavakismanolis CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%CE%A0%CE%AC%CF%81%CE%BD%CE%B7%CE%B8%CE%B1-Mt._Parnitha.jpg
The exterior of the Athens Central Market (Varvakeios Agora), a grand 19th-century market hall built between 1878 and 1886, seen from the square across the street C messier CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%CE%92%CE%B1%CF%81%CE%B2%CE%AC%CE%BA%CE%B5%CE%B9%CE%BF%CF%82_%CE%91%CE%B3%CE%BF%CF%81%CE%AC_7959.JPG
A spread of traditional Greek dishes including dakos salad, tirosalata (cheese spread), potatoes with staka cream, ospriada (mixed legumes), and flat bread (pitta) AlexandraVeG CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Greek_traditional_cuisine.jpg
Panoramic view of the Cave of Euripides on Salamis island, Greece, where the ancient tragedian reportedly wrote his plays Violeta Meleti CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_famous_Cave_of_Euripides_on_Salamis_island,_Greece.jpg
Exterior view of the Faneromeni Monastery (17th century) on Salamis island, Greece Ziegler175 CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:SalamisMoniFaneromenis02.jpg
The foundations and lower courses of the Temple of Nemesis at the archaeological site of Rhamnous, Attica, Greece Andreas Kakaris CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Temple_of_Nemesis_Rhamnous.jpg
Remains of the fortified ancient city of Rhamnous, showing the acropolis walls and settlement ruins overlooking the coast of northeastern Attica George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Remains_of_the_ancient_city_of_Rhamnous_on_July_22,_2020.jpg
The Tholos of Delphi, a circular temple in the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia, one of the most iconic structures at the ancient site of Delphi, Greece. Bernard Gagnon CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tholos_of_Delphi_04.jpg
Panoramic view of the Meteora rock formations with the Rousanou Monastery visible among the sandstone pillars, Pineios valley and Pindus mountains in the background. Sofia Bressan CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Meteora_landscape.jpg
Aerial view of the beach and turquoise waters at Vouliagmeni on the Athens Riviera, showing the crescent-shaped coastline and clear Aegean Sea. dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Beach_in_Vouliagmeni,_Athens_(44869133891).jpg
Lake Vouliagmeni, a natural thermal lake near Athens fed by underground mineral springs, with visitors swimming in the warm turquoise water surrounded by rocky cliffs. Salwa Farwaneh CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Vouliagmeni_Lake_Athens_Greece.jpg
Panoramic view of the Monasteries of Rousanou, Varlaam, and Great Meteoron perched on sandstone pillars in Meteora, Greece. Giles Laurent CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:1018_Panoramic_view_of_Monasteries_of_Rousanou,_Varlaam_and_Great_Meteoron_in_Meteora_Photo_by_Giles_Laurent.jpg
The Monastery of the Holy Trinity (Agia Triada) in Meteora, dramatically perched on an isolated rock pillar -- the monastery featured in the James Bond film For Your Eyes Only. Bernard Gagnon CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Monastery_of_the_Holy_Trinity,_Meteora_01.jpg
Panoramic view of Hydra's crescent-shaped harbour with stone mansions climbing the hillside and boats moored in the port. Barcex CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hydra_port_(Greece)_-_Panorama_-_20070712b.jpg
Aegina island harbour at dusk with fishing boats, waterfront buildings, and the warm glow of evening light over the Saronic Gulf. Jorge Lascar CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lascar_Harbour_of_Aegina_island_at_dusk_(4517748150).jpg
Temple of Aphaia on the island of Aegina, Greece. The ancient Doric temple with its standing columns against a blue sky. Eric C Gardner CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Temple_of_Aphaia,_Aegina,_Greece_2016-08-05.jpg
The Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, perched on the clifftop overlooking the Aegean Sea. Berthold Werner CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Greece_Cape_Sounion_BW_2017-10-09_10-55-40.jpg
Panoramic view of Schinias National Park showing the coastal landscape with pine forest and wetlands near Marathon, Attica. Theodoros Alexandropoulos CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Schinias_National_Park.jpg
The tumulus (burial mound) of the Athenians on the plain of Marathon, Attica, Greece -- the memorial to the 192 Athenian soldiers who fell in the 490 BC battle. George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_tumulus_(tomb)_of_the_Athenians_at_Marathon.jpg
Winter snow landscape at the Parnassos Ski Resort, Mount Parnassus, Greece EVcollie CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Snow_Landscape_27-1-2017-1.jpg
Entrance to the Corycian Cave on Mount Parnassus, Greece, sacred to Pan and the Nymphs in antiquity Claire.Kittridge CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Entrance_to_the_Corycian_Cave.jpg
Aerial view of the Mesogaia plain near Spata-Artemida and Markopoulo, East Attica -- the agricultural countryside where several Attica wineries are located Manfred Werner (Tsui) CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:East_Attica_%CE%91%CE%BD%CE%B1%CF%84%CE%BF%CE%BB%CE%B9%CE%BA%CE%AE_%CE%91%CF%84%CF%84%CE%B9%CE%BA%CE%AE_2019-12-01_a.jpg
Vineyard and olive orchard landscape in the Nemea wine region of Corinthia, Peloponnese, Greece ulrichstill CC BY-SA 3.0 de https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Nemea_Wine-Olives_Corinthia_Peloponnese.jpg
Poros harbor and old town viewed from the water, showing the cascade of white and pastel buildings climbing the volcanic hill of Sferia with the Peloponnese mountains in the background. ArnoWinter CC BY 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Griechenland_Insel_Poros_Hafen.JPG
View of Askeli Beach on Poros island from the south-east, showing the sandy beach, turquoise water, and green hillside of Kalavria. Schuppi CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Askeli_beach_of_Poros_1.JPG
Lake Vouliagmeni in Attica, Greece, showing the clear thermal waters surrounded by limestone cliffs and vegetation. Tzovara Erietta CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Vouliagmeni_lake_2.jpg
The Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, Attica, Greece -- ancient columns perched on the headland above the Aegean Sea. Berthold Werner CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Greece_Cape_Sounion_BW_2017-10-09_10-55-40.jpg
The Tholos circular building ruins at the Sanctuary of Asclepius in Epidaurus, Greece George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Tholos_at_the_Sanctuary_of_Asclepius_in_Epidaurus_on_23_May_2019.jpg
Live performance at the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus during the Athens-Epidaurus Festival Zde CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Performance_in_the_Theatre_of_Epidaurus,_091065.jpg
Aegina harbour embankment with fishing boats and waterfront buildings Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Aegina_harbour_embankment.jpg
Ruins of the ancient acropolis of Aegina at the Kolona archaeological site with beach and Peloponnese in the background George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_ruins_of_the_ancient_acropolis_of_Aegina_(archaeological_site_of_Kolona).jpg
The beach on the northern shore of Skala, with Megalochori village visible at the far end of the coastline on Agistri island Lichinga CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Agistri_Skala_North_face.jpg
A calm bay at Aponisos on the south coast of Agistri island, surrounded by pine trees with clear turquoise water Lichinga CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Agistri_Aponissos.jpg
View of Spetses island from the sea, showing the harbour and the grand Anargyrios and Korgialenios School building on the hillside Jean Housen CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:20190512_100_spetses.jpg
Aerial view of Agioi Anargyroi Beach on the southwest coast of Spetses, showing the long pebbly beach and clear turquoise water dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Aerial_view_of_Agioi_Anargyri_Beach_on_Spetses,_Greece_(48760377607).jpg
Corbelled arch entrance to the Treasury of Atreus (Tomb of Agamemnon) at Mycenae, Greece Ken Russell Salvador CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Treasury_of_Atreus_Mycenae.jpg
View of Akronauplia castle and the old town of Nafplio from the Palamidi fortress, with the Argolic Gulf and Bourtzi castle in the background George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_castle_of_Akronaplia_and_the_old_town_of_Nafplio_from_the_fortress_of_Palamidi_on_30_March_2019.jpg
Donkeys on Hydra island, Greece -- the island's traditional mode of transport dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Donkeys_Hydra_island_Greece_(43958837745).jpg
Vlychos Beach on Hydra island, Greece, with clear turquoise water and coastal scenery dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Vlychos_Beach_Hydra,_Greece_(43058081140).jpg
The ancient theatre at Delphi, Greece, with views across the valley Annatsach CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ancient_Greek_theatre_of_Delphi_-_12.jpg
Panoramic view of Arachova village on Mount Parnassus, Greece Yukatan CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Arachova_panorama.jpg
Coastal landscape and islands as seen from Cape Sounion, Greece Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Landscape_at_Cape_Sounion,_Greece.jpg
Sunset view of the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, Greece George Zarkadas CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Poseidon_Awakens.jpg
Red Greek wine from the Nemea region of Peloponnese made from the Agiorgitiko grape. Agne27 CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Agiorgitiko_nemea_wine.jpeg
The ancient stadium of Nemea, built circa 330-300 BC, where the Nemean Games were held in honour of the mythological baby Opheltes. Carole Raddato CC BY-SA 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Nemea_Ancient_Stadium,_built_ca._330_-_300_BC,_Ancient_Nemea,_Greece_(14091469752).jpg
The 13th-century church of Agia Sofia perched on the cliff edge of Monemvasia's Upper Town, viewed from the south. Patrice78500 CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Church_of_Agia_Sofia_(Monemvasia)_from_the_south.jpg
View of the Lower Town of Monemvasia from the top of the rock, showing the dense medieval settlement of stone buildings, churches, and narrow lanes enclosed by fortress walls with the Aegean Sea beyond. Ingo Mehling CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Monemvasia_-_Downtown.jpg
Remains of the Telesterion (Hall of Initiation) at the archaeological site of Eleusis, where the secret ceremony of the Eleusinian Mysteries took place. The massive column bases of the Roman-era hall and surrounding rock-cut steps are visible. TimeTravelRome CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Archaeological_Site_of_Eleusis_-_Telesterion_01.jpg
The Greater Propylaea at Eleusis, the monumental Roman-era entrance gate to the Sanctuary of Demeter, modelled on the Propylaea of the Athenian Acropolis. Furius CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Greater_propylaea,_Eleusis.jpg
4th-century BC marble votive relief to Artemis from the Archaeological Museum of Brauron. A family of worshippers approaches the sanctuary to sacrifice a goat to the goddess, who is seated on a rock with her deer beside her. George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Marble_votive_relief_at_the_Archaeological_Museum_of_Brauron_on_8_June_2018.jpg
View of Brauron showing the foundations of the Temple of Artemis in the foreground and the small Byzantine chapel of Agios Georgios (Saint George) built into the ancient ruins, set in the green valley of the sanctuary. C messier CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%CE%9D%CE%B1%CF%8C%CF%82_%CE%91%CF%81%CF%84%CE%AD%CE%BC%CE%B9%CE%B4%CE%B1%CF%82_%CF%83%CF%84%CE%B7_%CE%92%CF%81%CE%B1%CF%85%CF%81%CF%8E%CE%BD%CE%B1_5241.jpg
Panoramic view of Mount Parnitha showing the forested mountain slopes and valleys of the national park near Athens. Petroskaz CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Parnitha_Mountain,_Greece.jpg
The Flambouri mountain hut (refuge) on Mount Parnitha in Attica, Greece, surrounded by forest in winter. FocalPoint CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Flambouri_mountain_hut_Parnitha_201801.jpg
The plain of Marathon viewed from the base of the Tomb of the Athenians, facing southeast toward Marathon Bay. This is the actual battlefield, seen from the position of the Athenian battle line. Bob K CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Plain_of_Marathon_4.jpg
The plain of Marathon with Schinias pine forest and coastal wetlands visible in the distance, showing the wider landscape around the battlefield site. annysuomo CC BY 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Plain_of_Marathon_with_Pine_Forest_and_Wetlands,_May_2015_-_panoramio.jpg
The archaic Lion of Kea, a 6th-century BC sculpture carved into rock near Ioulida on Kea island, Greece. Phso2 CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lion_of_Kea.JPG
The Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, perched on cliffs above the Aegean Sea at sunset, about 20 km from Lavrio port. Petroskaz CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Temple_of_Poseidon_at_Cape_Sounion,_Greece.jpg
Panoramic view of Chalkida and the Euripus Strait, showing the narrow channel where tidal currents reverse direction every six hours. C messier CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:%CE%A7%CE%B1%CE%BB%CE%BA%CE%AF%CE%B4%CE%B1_0067.jpg
The Amphiareion of Oropos, an ancient healing sanctuary set in a wooded valley near Oropos port, about 6 km from the ferry to Eretria. George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:View_of_the_Amphiareion_at_Oropos_from_the_entrance_to_the_archaeological_site_on_July_24,_2020.jpg
Panoramic view of Attica from Mount Hymettus, showing Athens, the Acropolis, Lycabettus Hill, and the Saronic Gulf George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:View_of_Attica_from_Mount_Hymettus_on_13_January_2019.jpg
The 11th-century Byzantine katholikon (church) of Kaisariani Monastery on Mount Hymettus, the main trailhead for Hymettus hikes George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_Byzantine_Church_of_the_Presentation_of_the_Virgin_Mary_(Kaisariani_Monastery)_on_June_2,_2021.jpg
The ancient Spilia marble quarry on the southwest slope of Mount Penteli, with the Davelis Cave and church of SS. Spiridon and Nikolaos visible at lower right Mark Landon CC BY 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Penteli,_Spilia_marble_quarry_(1990)_02.jpg
The entrance to Ntavelis (Davelis) Cave on the northern slope of Mount Penteli, a large cave steeped in local folklore JimDim CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ntavelis_cave.jpg
The waterfalls of the Neda river near the village Platania at the Peloponnese Sp!ros CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Nedariversp!ros.jpg
Rocky gorge near Leonidio in the Peloponnese, a Natura 2000 protected area Natalia Mostova CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rocky_gorge.jpg
Panorama looking out over the Pleistos Valley from Delphi on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, with the Sacred Way ruins visible on the green hillside and the sea of olives stretching toward the Gulf of Corinth Andrew Parlette CC BY 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Navel_of_the_Earth_-_Flickr_-_aparlette.jpg
Snow-covered landscape in the Meteora area, a Natura 2000 protected area in Thessaly, Greece Demetria Elric CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Snow_Land.jpg
The western colonnade of the Parthenon on the Acropolis of Athens, showing the massive Doric columns receding in perspective. Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Colonnade_Parthenon_Acropolis,_Athens,_Greece.jpg
The Temple of Hephaestus seen from the Ancient Agora of Athens, the best-preserved classical Greek temple. Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Temple_of_Hephaestus_from_ancient_agora_Athens.jpg
Athens at sunset with the Acropolis and Filopappou Hill silhouetted against a golden sky, seen from Piraeus. Georgios Liakopoulos CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Athens_Sunset_(236140855).jpeg
Panoramic view of Monastiraki Square in Athens with the Tzistarakis Mosque, Metro station, and the Acropolis with the Parthenon rising above. Yair-haklai CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Monastiraki_Square,_Athens.jpg
Sunset view of the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, Greece. George Zarkadas CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Poseidon_Awakens.jpg
View from the top floor of the Acropolis Museum looking outward through the glass walls toward the Parthenon on the Acropolis. Bob Jenkin CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Acropolis_Museum_Athens,_looking_ouwards_towards_the_Panthenon.jpg
View from the top floor of the Acropolis Museum looking outward through the glass walls toward the Parthenon on the Acropolis. Bob Jenkin CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Acropolis_Museum_Athens,_looking_ouwards_towards_the_Panthenon.jpg
Coastal landscape and islands as seen from Cape Sounion, Greece. Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Landscape_at_Cape_Sounion,_Greece.jpg
The ancient theatre at Delphi, Greece, with views across the valley. Annatsach CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ancient_Greek_theatre_of_Delphi_-_12.jpg
The Tower of the Winds and surrounding ruins in the Roman Agora of Athens. Zde CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_Agora_with_Tower_of_the_Winds,_Athens,_225204.jpg
The neoclassical facade of the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, housing the world's most important collection of Greek antiquities. Thomas Wolf, www.foto-tw.de CC BY-SA 3.0 DE https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Arch%C3%A4ologisches_Nationalmuseum_Athen.jpg
Donkeys on Hydra island, Greece -- the island's traditional mode of transport. dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Donkeys_Hydra_island_Greece_(43958837745).jpg
Interior of Athens Syntagma metro station showing the modern platform area Palickap CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Athens,_Syntagma_metro_station.JPG
Road filled with yellow taxis near the Temple of Olympian Zeus with Hadrian's Arch visible in Athens V.B.Speranza CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Taxis_in_Athens.jpg
The underground part of Monastiraki station showing the connection between metro lines Badseed CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Athens_metro_Monastiraki_station_undergnd.jpg
Large ferry docked at the port of Piraeus, the main ferry terminal connected to Athens by metro A.Savin CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Attica_06-13_Piraeus_01_Port.jpg
Restaurants on Mnisikleous Street in the Plaka neighborhood of Athens during daytime, showing a safe and lively pedestrian area Jakub Halun CC BY 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Restaurants_on_Mnisikleous_Street_in_Athens,_20240601_0917_0009.jpg
Monastiraki Square at night showing the lively atmosphere with people and lit-up buildings George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Monastiraki_Square_at_night_on_April_8,_2024.jpg
A Greek gyros pita wrap, the quintessential budget street food found throughout Athens Benoit Prieur CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Pita_Gyros_%C3%A0_Almyrida_(juillet_2021)_-_4.jpg
The harbour of Aegina island in the early evening, a popular and affordable day trip from Athens George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:At_the_harbour_of_Aegina._Leof._Dimokratias_early_in_the_evening.jpg
Visitors walking on the slippery marble paths of the Acropolis, illustrating why proper footwear is essential George E. Koronaios CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Visitors_on_the_Acropolis_on_20_September_2020.jpg
View from the deck of a ferry heading to Aegina island, showing Piraeus in the background Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Piraeus_from_ferry_to_Aegina,_Greece.jpg
The Blue Star 1 ferry disembarking at Piraeus port, one of the main ferries serving the Athens to Santorini route C messier CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Blue_Star_1_9594.jpg
Aerial photograph of Santorini showing the dramatic caldera, the view passengers see when flying in Milliped CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Santorini-CalderaDEC2024-1JPG.jpg
Rafina port in Greece, the main departure point for ferries to Mykonos Jan M CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Rafina_190_09,_Greece_-_panoramio.jpg
The iconic windmills of Mykonos on a hillside overlooking the harbour, a landmark visible when arriving by ferry lensnmatter CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Windmills_of_Gods!_(19798867123).jpg
The Anafiotika neighborhood on the slopes of the Acropolis, a Cycladic-style village that feels like a completely different city within Athens George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_neighborhood_of_Anafiotika_in_Athens.jpg
Technopolis in the Gazi district, a converted gasworks turned cultural venue hosting concerts, exhibitions and events George E. Koronaios CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Technopolis_(Gazi)_from_Ermou_Street_on_January_3,_2020.jpg
Panorama looking out over the Pleistos Valley from Delphi on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, with the Sacred Way ruins visible on the green hillside and the sea of olives stretching toward the Gulf of Corinth Andrew Parlette CC BY 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Navel_of_the_Earth_-_Flickr_-_aparlette.jpg
Snow-covered landscape in the Meteora area, a Natura 2000 protected area in Thessaly, Greece Demetria Elric CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Snow_Land.jpg
The western colonnade of the Parthenon on the Acropolis of Athens, showing the massive Doric columns receding in perspective. Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Colonnade_Parthenon_Acropolis,_Athens,_Greece.jpg
The Temple of Hephaestus seen from the Ancient Agora of Athens, the best-preserved classical Greek temple. Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Temple_of_Hephaestus_from_ancient_agora_Athens.jpg
Panoramic view of Monastiraki Square in Athens with the Tzistarakis Mosque, Metro station, and the Acropolis with the Parthenon rising above. Yair-haklai CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Monastiraki_Square,_Athens.jpg
Athens at sunset with the Acropolis and Filopappou Hill silhouetted against a golden sky, seen from Piraeus. Georgios Liakopoulos CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Athens_Sunset_(236140855).jpeg
The Tower of the Winds and surrounding ruins in the Roman Agora of Athens. Zde CC BY-SA 4.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_Agora_with_Tower_of_the_Winds,_Athens,_225204.jpg
Donkeys on Hydra island, Greece -- the island's traditional mode of transport. dronepicr CC BY 2.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Donkeys_Hydra_island_Greece_(43958837745).jpg
The Temple of Hephaestus seen from the Ancient Agora of Athens, the best-preserved classical Greek temple. Jebulon CC0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Temple_of_Hephaestus_from_ancient_agora_Athens.jpg
Athens at sunset with the Acropolis and Filopappou Hill silhouetted against a golden sky, seen from Piraeus. Georgios Liakopoulos CC BY-SA 3.0 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Athens_Sunset_(236140855).jpeg