Attica, including the Greek capital city Athens, is situated on a peninsula at the tip of mainland Greece stretching southeastward into the Aegean Sea. Central Greece lies to the west of Attica extending along the gulfs of Corinth and Patrai.
Athens is the cradle of Western civilization and democracy, and evidence of its history can still be found in the modern city. The most famous monument to classical Athens is the Parthenon on the ancient Acropolis.
Today, Attica including Athens is the most densely populated region in Greece and the area is the economic, financial, industrial, political and cultural center of the country. Athens in addition to being the capital of the country and the seat of government is the financial capital of Greece and is quickly becoming one of the business centers of Europe. It also boasts a thriving cultural life, including the largest number of operating theaters in all of Europe. Long a hub for travelers, Attica is now home to one of southeast Europe’s largest airports.
Central Greece is one of the most mountainous regions of Greece. This rugged landscape throughout its history was a welcome refuge for bandits, freedom fighters and adventurers. Its coastal regions became important for the Romans, Venetians and Turks.
One of the most visited places in the ancient Greek world and today is the Temple of Apollo in Delphi at the foot of Mt. Parnassus.
Athens
Athens. One of the most Historical city’s in the world, a city loved and worshiped by gods and people, an amazing city. The birthplace for civilization the enchanting capital of Greece is the birthplace of democracy and most of the ancient philosophers.
This is where you find Parthenon, the most famous archaeological monument in Europe, Parthenon is nominated to be one of the 7 wonders of modern world. The Holy Rock of Acropolis dates back to the 5th BC, the famous Golden Age of Periklis Plato and Aristotle. Athens has gotten thru times of bloom and decline, but for eons has shines under the Attic sky and looking forward into the future Athens slowly is becoming one of the most glamorous cities in Europe.
Athens is situated in the prefecture of Attica and extends to the peninsula that reaches up to Central Greece. It is surrounded by mountains Ymytos, Pendeli and Parnitha, to the north and east, and the Saronic gulf south and west. The climate is one of mild winters and very hot summers, ideal for tourism. The major port is the port of Piraeus the central commercial port of the capital.
In 1834 Athens was chosen to be the capital of the newly established Greek State. The city that now hosts more than 4,5 million people. Today it is the political, social, cultural, financial and commercial center of Greece.
Athens is a city of complexity and contrast A walk around the old neighborhoods, reveal the coexistence of different eras. Where the old meet the new, some Old mansions are very well-preserved, and others worn down by time. Athens shopping is one of the best in Europe with Luxurious department stores and small intimate shops, fancy restaurants and traditional taverns all have their place in this city.
In the center of Athens you will find Syntagma Square( Constitution Square) were the Parliament and most of the Ministries are, the neighborhoods of Monastiraki, Kolonaki and Lycavitos Hill, are a short walk from here and are visited by millions of people every year. To the southwest you will find the fame beaches of Faliro, Glyfada, Voula and Vouliagmeni. Or you can head up north and enjoy the fresh air at the more classy neighborhoods of Marousi, Melissia, Vrilissia and of course Kifisia.
When visiting Athens sleeping shouldn’t be included in your plans, Athens by Night< is what the capital is famous for, more than any other European city, the whole city transforms in to a big night spot the choices are too many to mention, from the classical Bouzouki places to the most outrageous night clubs. Athens by night is a once in a lifetime experience.