The Tomb of Marathon is a vaulted tomb where the 192 Athenian soldiers who died in the Battle of Marathon were buried. The tomb, also known as the “Pile”, is a reminder of the epic victory of the Greek – mainly outnumbered – forces against the “invincible” Persians. The tomb is 9 metres high and 50 metres in diameter. Right Read more…

The Tower of the Winds (Aeres) is located in the Roman Agora of Athens, between the districts of Plaka and Monastiraki. It is one of the most famous sights of Athens. It is a 12 meters high structure with a diameter of 8 meters, this tower has an octagonal shape. It was constructed of fine Pendellean marble probably around 50 Read more…

The University of Athens was founded in 1837. It was originally housed in the former residence of the architects Stamataios Kleanthi and Eduard Schaubert, in Plaka, the historic neighbourhood of Athens. It was the first university in Southeastern Europe and the second academic institution in Greece, after the Ionian Academy. Its first name was Othonian University after King Otto of Read more…

The sandy beach of Varkiza is quite far from the city centre, but it guarantees you a pleasant trip. It is one of the less crowded beaches with all the beach facilities including volleyball courts, snack bar and play area for children. The beach is easily accessible by bus, directly from the city centre. The city of Varkiza is one Read more…

If the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, then you will definitely love the Greek capital after a visit to the Central Market of Athens. It is literally the Grand Central Station of food, where people from all walks of life converge to discover the freshest and tastiest ways to satiate their hunger. Make no mistake, everyone Read more…

Votsalakia is a popular beach in the Piraeus area, just 10 km south of Athens. Being one of the few beaches in Piraeus and so close to the bustling neighborhood of Kastella, this beach fills up as soon as the summer season starts. The shore is pebbly, however it is very clean. It is located between Mikrolimano and Zea and Read more…