Find a hotel in the ancient
Greek city of Athens.
Visit Athens, the heart of the ancient world
Athens
Hotel Guide By: Rahul Viz
Athens is a city which arguably has one of the
richest histories in the world. It was the home and center of the world empire
of Greece, and is still the capital of the country today. If you are looking for
a lively city rich in culture and history, there are few places better to visit
than Athens.
Athens is a city riddled with mythology. The
city is very ancient, and was the center of learning and Greek culture. Many of
the concepts and ideas formulated in ancient Greece are what we today call
"western civilization." Today the city is home to nearly three and a half
million people.
Athens is named after Athena, the goddess of
wisdom, and the best time to visit is during the late summer or fall. Winter is
also a good time to visit, as there will be few tourists and the weather will be
good with the exception of a bit of rain.
Athens is a city full of parks, gardens, and
cafes. While the hustle of the city might remind you of New York, you will find
that Athens has a charm of its own. There are many landmarks for tourists to
see, and you don't have to travel far to see all of them.
The first place you may want to visit is the
Acropolis, the ancient part of Athens field with beautiful temples. You will be
able to fully appreciate ancient Greek architecture after viewing the Acropolis
with your own eyes.
The Agora market is another area of Athens you
will need to visit. In antiquity this was the center of the commercial and
political activity in the city. This was once the place where Socrates gave his
speeches, and is also the place where St. Paul searched for potential adherents
to Christianity.
When it comes to dining, Athenians love to eat
out. You will find a lot of fresh produce while touring the city, and there are
plenty of places to eat traditional Greek cuisine. You will want to try the
country salad and eggplant mixed with mince meat.
Athens is no longer the cheap city it used to
be. Frugal backpackers can expect to spend 40 euros per day by hiking and
staying in hostels. Having your own room and eating at hotels will cost you
about 80 euros a day, and if you really want to enjoy yourself you can expect to
spend up to 120 euros daily. No matter what budget you're on, traveling to
Athens is the trip of a lifetime.
About The Author
Rahul Viz recommends that you visit
http://www.bookings.fr/city/gr/athens.html?aid=305255 for more
information on Athens Hotels.
rahulviz1@gmail.com
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