Join a half day guided tour including the "must see" monuments of Athens, the Acropolis and Plaka. This is an orientation tour offering the visitors an overview of the historical center of Athens and the way the modern city has developed around this. The history of the Acropolis goes back in prehistoric times, whereas in classical period it becomes the central sanctuary of the city dedicated to its patron goddess Athens symbolizing its political and cultural influence. Our tour begins with the visit to the Acropolis hill. Then we go on with the visit of the old town Plaka, which lies at the foothills of the Acropolis. We will walk past all monuments associated with the political, commercial and social life of the city, i.e the Ancient Agora, the Roman Forum, the Library of Hadrian, the Monastiraki square, next to numerous shops, cafes and restaurants. It is the most attractive district of Athens offering multiple opportunities of recreation, relaxation and shopping.
On this tour we are going to visit the Acropolis and see the Parthenon, the Propylaia, the Erechteion and the Nike temple as well as the temple of Zeus in the background. Then walking down the Acropolis hill we will walk past the ancient Dionysos theatre.
Parthenon. It was the great temple dedicated to Virgin Athena. It was built almost entirely of the famous local pentelic marble and decorated with numerous marble relieves and sculptures. It housed both the huge gold-and-ivory statue of Athena and the treasure of the city -state of Athens. One of the most admirable buildings of the world due to its beauty, harmony and material.
Propylaia. It is the monumental entrance to the sanctuary of Athena on the Acropolis. Built of marble it represented the limit between the worldly and the sacred precinct, which contributed to the psychological preparation of the worshipper, and at the same time it offered the best view of the Parthenon. From the Propylaia one can enjoy a splendid view of Athens and Piraeus.
You will make your own way to the meeting points
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