Mythology, Philosophy and Democracy Tour
From the realm of myths to the grounds of reason. The amazing journey of Ancient Greece from blind faith to the search of explanations for all things unknown!
The ancient landmarks provide the best scenery to overview this amazing transformation.
The pre-Socratic philosophers gave us what may be regarded as the only true “discovery” in science: that our world can be understood through natural laws whose identification could enable humans to comprehend their surroundings, and even themselves…
Let's explore together this fascinating shift in human perception and find out where we stand today!
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Mythology, Philosophy and Democracy Tour
What's included in Mythology, Philosophy and Democracy Tour
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Kerameikos
This is a place relatively unknown to tourists even though it is one of the most important landmarks. Kerameikos means “ceramic”. It was called like that because there were many ceramic workshops here. It was also the cemetery of Athens for many centuries. In this place many prominent Athenians whose name are famous, were buried here! This is also where Pericles pronounced his famous “Epitaph” speech for the first casualties of the Peloponnesian war where he praises the virtues of Democracy and the ways of the Athenians.
Ancient Agora of Athens
This place was the heart of the city of Athens. Philosophers like Socrates, Plato, politicians like Solon, Themistocles, Pericles, Thucydides, Sophocles, Aristofanis, that consisted the “Dream Team” of Athens, prominent Athenians and simple citizens walked here and had discussions and debates for all matters.
Monastiraki Square
We will take an easy pace walk through the colorful Flea market of Athens with many antique and tourist shops.
Inclusions
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- In front of the statue of Thisseas, opposite the train station, across the road.
End Points
- Philopappos Hill
