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

Soak up history in the place where fashionable Greeks came to shop, gossip and discuss the big issues of the day.

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

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

Soak up history in the place where fashionable Greeks came to shop, gossip and discuss the big issues of the day.

Soak up history in the place where fashionable Greeks came to shop, gossip and discuss the big issues of the day.

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

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

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

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

This ancient market and meeting place has benefitted from extensive restoration and also houses a fascinating museum.

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

Soak up history in the place where fashionable Greeks came to shop, gossip and discuss the big issues of the day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Soak up history in the place where fashionable Greeks came to shop, gossip and discuss the big issues of the day.

This ancient market and meeting place has benefitted from extensive restoration and also houses a fascinating museum.