Pictures of Athens

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Home to the first modern Olympic Games, this gleaming white marble stadium has seen many victories, from ancient times to today.

This peaceful hill close to Athens’ bustling centre is famous as the birthplace of modern democracy.

Breathe the atmosphere of a bygone age in the historic commercial and social heart of Athens.

This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.

Pay homage to the father of the gods at this famous Athens landmark which took seven hundred years to build.

This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.

This peaceful hill close to Athens’ bustling centre is famous as the birthplace of modern democracy.

Pay homage to the father of the gods at this famous Athens landmark which took seven hundred years to build.

Pay homage to the father of the gods at this famous Athens landmark which took seven hundred years to build.

This lively area of shops, stalls and eateries is a dream come true for lovers of fun, food and fashion.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Home to the first modern Olympic Games, this gleaming white marble stadium has seen many victories, from ancient times to today.

This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.

This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.

Home to the first modern Olympic Games, this gleaming white marble stadium has seen many victories, from ancient times to today.

The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.

This ancient square is the beating heart of modern-day Athens as well as the city’s main transport hub.

The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.

Breathe the atmosphere of a bygone age in the historic commercial and social heart of Athens.

The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.

This stunning new museum on Athens’ ancient hill has become one of the city’s most visited attractions.

This peaceful hill close to Athens’ bustling centre is famous as the birthplace of modern democracy.

The crowning glory of Athens is one of the surviving masterpieces of Greece’s Golden Age.

Breathe the atmosphere of a bygone age in the historic commercial and social heart of Athens.