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Anafiotika is a charming and unique neighborhood located on the northeastern slope of the Acropolis in Athens. The neighborhood was built by craftsmen and workers from the island of Anafi when they arrived in Athens after the liberation, and its unique character resembles a journey to old Athens with antiquities, historical buildings, and Byzantine churches. Anafiotika is characterized by its Read more…
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Plaka is a charming and picturesque neighborhood located in the heart of Athens, just below the Acropolis. It is considered the oldest neighborhood in Athens, and it has been continuously inhabited since ancient times. Plaka’s narrow, winding streets are lined with neoclassical buildings, traditional Greek houses, and Byzantine churches. The neighborhood is known for its vibrant and colorful character, which Read more…
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The Elefsina Archaeological Museum is located in the city of Elefsina, which is approximately 20 km northwest of Athens. The museum is dedicated to the history and culture of Elefsina, which was one of the most important religious and cultural centers in ancient Greece. The museum’s exhibits include a range of artifacts from ancient Elefsina, including sculptures, pottery, and coins. Read more…
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The sanctuary of Eleusis was one of the most important cult centres of the ancient world, where from the Mycenaean Age until the end of the 4th century AD the goddess Demeter, goddess of the renewal of nature and the growth of grain, was constantly worshipped.She taught the Eleusinians the cultivation of the land and the sacred rituals, the all-pure Read more…