Tag: athens
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National Archaeology Museum in Athens | Discovering Greece
The definition of ”Masterpiece” is a work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship. The National Archaeology Museum in Athens is full of masterpieces, but the museum itself is a masterpiece on its own. This centrally located museum houses the largest collection of Ancient Greek art, antiquities, and artifacts in Greece. For myself, it is a…
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Oia – Magical Sunsets of Santorini | Discovering Greece
The cliffside village of Oia in Santorini has been one of Greece’s popular locations for centuries. I know that it was one of my favorites when I visited the Grecian Islands, as well as being loved by all those who have visited this town. Oia is magical, and for those who have been they have…
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Sensational Santorini – Living on the Edge | Discovering Greece
They say that Santorini is “Living on the Edge”. When I visited this sensational Greek island, I understood its meaning. The topography of the island, and its beautiful towns are located along the edges of cliffs, which is quite dramatic. It is a remarkable island to visit, especially if you like life on the edge.…
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The Mythical Island of Delos – A UNESCO World Heritage Site
While we were taking a ferry across the Grecian Sea to the Island of Delos, my daughter who at the time was 18 years old commented, “No wonder people wrote stories about crossing the sea in Greece”. As we both looked out onto that deep sea, riding the choppy waves with harsh winds in our…
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The Magic of Mykonos | Discovering Greece
I have been asked by many if Mykonos was as beautiful as its photos, and I have always answered, “More so”. The beauty of Mykonos stretches far beyond pictures, it is more the feeling and energy of the island that captivates its visitors. Mykonos is more than its photos. I had visited Mykonos with my…
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Aleria – A prestigious Award Winning Restaurant in Athens, Greece
I had messaged my chef friend here in Vegas, “There are no reservations available!” For a couple of days, I was trying to land online reservations for Aleria Restaurant in Athens after my friend, Chef Paras Shah, recommended it. I had been researching fine dining establishments in Athens when Paras made the suggestion. After reading…
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Top Archaeological and UNESCO Sites of Athens, Greece
To list every significant site to visit while in Athens would be a very strategic project. The city of Athens has many revealed layers of history dating back to Ancient Greek and the Roman times, and up to modern day history. To make things simpler, I have listed popular archaeological and historical sites that I…
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Athens, Greece | Top Things to do & UNESCO World Heritage Sites
The city of Athens had to grow on me. The first time I arrived in this city, I was in shock of its chaos. It was unlike any other European city that I had been to. It seemed to be fusion of Western Europe, Eastern Europe, and a sprinkle of the Mediterranean. Athens was dusty,…
Trixie Navarre 