The Roman Agora is an important archaeological site in Athens, Greece. It sits between Plaka and Monastiraki.
Hadrian’s Library is an important archaeological site in Athens, Greece. It’s located in Monastiraki just south of Monastiraki Square.
Hadrian’s Arch (Αψίδα του Αδριανού) is a monumental gateway in Athens, Greece. It once spanned an ancient road from the center to the eastern side of the city.
Akadimia (Ακαδημία), which translates to “Academy”, is an important area of Athens full of impressive buildings and educational institutions.
One of the highlights of my visit to Athens was the Benaki Museum of Greek Culture, a private museum with collections covering Greek history from antiquity to 1922.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Μνημείο του Αγνώστου Στρατιώτη) is one of the most important monuments not only in Athens, but in all of Greece.
A small settlement called Anafiotika is located on the northern slope of the Acropolis. It’s one of the oldest settlements in the entire city.
Monastiraki is a neighborhood in the city center of Athens known for its flea market, archaeological sites, and entertainment.
One of the most beautiful parts of Thessaloniki lies in the city’s Upper Town (Ano Poli), which is the oldest surviving part of Thessaloniki. It served as the Turkish quarter during Ottoman times while the Greeks and Jews lived near the port.
Growing up Greek in the USA, every October 28 we celebrated Oxi Day. The holiday is a reminder of the bravery and sacrifices of the Greek people while fighting against the Axis forces during World War II.