In order to protect historic monuments such as the Acropolis in Athens, officials in Greece introduced an unusual footwear ...

The Acropolis of Athens is one of the most visited world sites, but what stood on top of it before the construction of the ...

Booking tours in Athens is a great way to explore at your own pace with skip-the-line access and an expert guide. Whether you ...

Sulla's ruthless campaigns in Greece, including the devastating siege of Athens, marked a turning point in Roman history.

Experience the magic of Greece: immerse yourself in its rich history, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. A top ...

Holly D. Johnson As its name suggests, the Acropolis Museum – which resides in central Athens' Makrigianni district just below the ancient site itself – houses various archaeological findings ...

Researchers have found the oldest known evidence of lead pollution dating to around 5,200 years ago in ancient Greece.

Tourists flock to Greece for its sparkling blue waters and pristine white sand beaches, but beware of this common mistake ...

While there are many more acropoleis (the plural of "acropolis") in Greece, it's this one in central Athens that garners the most attention. In fact, it's routinely referred to simply as "The ...

Obviously, you can’t visit Athens without visiting the Acropolis. No matter how many ... open-air sculpture garden is a who’s who of Greece’s good and great, their graves marked with ...

Renowned British actor Stephen Fry has once again advocated for the return of the Parthenon Sculptures to Greece. Speaking at ...

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