The ancient city of Athens came into historic importance around 800 BC when it became the artistic center of Greece. During the Golden Age of Greek culture about 500 BC, we saw the development of science, medicine, theater and comedy, architecture and sculpture.
Entering port of Piraeus at dawn
Almost sunrise, time to get Peggy
Poolside walk in morning
A few staff arrive to help dock
Greek flag
Euros for shopping
Relaxing after breakfast
She’s ready for Athens
Sun breaks through
Tour busses start to line up
Getting tickets
Group 29, we are walking . . .
Athens
We did a self guided tour
Plaka = shopping area
Plaza in the Plaka
Acropolis visible at end of street
Getting closer
Entering the trail up to Acropolis
Parts
Seating
Closer
Peggy reaches her limit
She waits in shade
Views along trail to top
Getting perspective
Theater entrance
Seats
This site is used by the locals to hold current events or concerts
Gaining elevation
Final steps to Acropolis
View of Athens from top
Acropolis, I made it!
Temple of Athena near by
Amazing structure
View of Zeus Temple
in field below from Acropolis
Favorite monument
Hadrian’s Arch
Zeus’ temple
Royal Gardens
Rose covered arbor
Legislative buildings
Changing of the guard
Very slow and precise
Fountain in main plaza
Wall of water
