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Country	Greece
Population	10.5 million
City	Athens
Population	643452
Languages Spoken	Modern Greek
Currency Used	Euro, EUR

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ATH Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

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Athens is the capital city of Greece and one of the oldest cities in the world, with a history that dates back over 3,400 years. It is known for its ancient landmarks, including the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Temple of Olympian Zeus. The city is a vibrant mix of ancient history and modern culture, with bustling markets, lively cafes, and a thriving arts scene. Athens is also home to numerous museums, showcasing artifacts from its rich history. The city is located in the Attica region of Greece, near the Mediterranean Sea, offering stunning views and beautiful beaches. Overall, Athens is a city that seamlessly blends its ancient past with its modern present, making it a must-visit destination for history buffs and culture enthusiasts.

Interesting facts

Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world, with a recorded history spanning over 3,400 years.
The city is named after the goddess Athena, who according to Greek mythology, won a contest against Poseidon to become the city’s patron deity.
Athens is often referred to as the cradle of Western civilization, as it is considered the birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and Western literature.

Bars, Cafes, Restaurants

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Carpo

map Γλυφάδα, Γρηγορίου Λαμπράκη 20

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Couleur Locale

map Μοναστηράκι, Νορμάνου 3

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GB Roof Garden Restaurant

map Αθήνα, Πλατεία Συντάγματος

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map Coffee Shop

Carpo

map Αθήνα, Κανάρη 6

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map Cocktail Bar map Restaurant

Moorings

map Βουλιαγμένη, Μαρίνα Βουλιαγμένης

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Naif

map Αθήνα, Λεοντίου 10

Accommodation

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Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens

map Αθήνα, Βασιλέως Γεωργίου Α' 1

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Panathenaic Stadium Museum

map Αθήνα, Λεωφ. Βασιλέως Κωνσταντίνου

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Tipsarevic Luxury Tennis at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens

map Βουλιαγμένη, Απόλλωνος 40

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Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso

map Βουλιαγμένη, Αγίου Νικολάου 10

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map Restaurant map Memorial Site

Philopappos Hill (Λόφος Φιλοπάππου)

map Αθήνα, Λόφος Φιλοπάππου

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The Luxury Collection

map Αθήνα, Βασιλέως Γεωργίου Α' 3

Arts and Entertainment

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Lycabettus Hill (Λόφος Λυκαβηττού)

map Αθήνα, Λόφος Λυκαβηττού

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map Playground

Flisvos Park (Πάρκο Φλοίσβου)

map Παλαιό Φάληρο, Λεωφ. Ποσειδώνος

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map History Museum map Historic and Protected Site

Parthenon (Παρθενώνας)

map Αθήνα, Ακρόπολη Αθηνών

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map Museum

Museum of Cycladic Art (Μουσείο Κυκλαδικής Τέχνης)

map Αθήνα, Νεοφύτου Δούκα 4 / Βασ. Σοφίας και Ηροδότου 1

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map Museum

Acropolis Museum (Μουσείο Ακρόπολης)

map Αθήνα, Διονυσίου Αρεοπαγίτου 15

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map Indie Movie Theater

Cine Paris

map Αθήνα, Κυδαθηναίων 22