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Athens in Greece with its captivating archeological ruins, impressive monuments has witnessed the birth of one of the oldest civilizations of the world. The city still bears portions of the formidable past like the Acropolis of Athens, considered to be one of the seven wonders of the modern world.
Athens is located in the prefecture of Attica and is surrounded by mountains like the Ymmytos, Pendeli and Parnitha and the Saronic Gulf. This sunny capital of Greece boasts of mild winters and hot summers with seasonal breezes like the “meltemia.” It is very near to the port of Piraeus, so the islanders have no difficulty of transport. The city of Athens is proud to present all the amenities of the modern state. The city is densely populated with 3.7 million people. The city of Athens is divided into various regions like the Central Athens, Psiri and Gazi, Plaka, Monastiraki and Thission, Kolonaki and the suburbs.
The place is inhabited since Neolithic Age, but Athens saw the peak of its glory during the 5th century. It is known as the “first state” as declared by Aristotle. In fact Athens is known to be the earliest abode which declared the birth of western civilization. It has seen the flourish of the golden age at the time of Pericles and has witnessed the tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles and has proudly declared the birth of democracy. In 1834 Athens was declared the capital of the New Greek State and the boundary wall was constructed around the Acropolis. This culturally stimulating city boasts of some of the most important monuments of the world which clearly designate the cultural, political and social advancements of Athens. They are Plaka, Thission, Psyri, Syntagma Square, and The Temple of Poseidon in Sunio, Roman Market, and the Panathinaiko Stadium.
The modern Athens comprises of The Greek Parliament, Athens Academy and University, Archeological Museum, Military Museum and the Byzantine Museum. Because of its popularity among the tourists, Athens has an engrossing nightlife. The holidayers are encouraged to try some of the happening clubs like the Kalamaki, A.G. Kosmas, and Glyfada etc. Accommodation in Athens is easy because the hotels can be chosen according to the pockets. The hotels are classified into groups considering the amenities. It is possible to visit the amazing beaches like the Varzika, Agia Marina or the Palea Fokea which add to the beauty of the striking landscape of Athens.
Transportation both for the local commuters and the tourists is easy because of Attiko Metro, Electric Railway, and Suburban Rail. One can also avail the buses and taxis. Athens is well-connected with the rest of the world because it boasts of international flights from all over the world. The ultra-modern Eleftherios Venizelos International airport has all the modern facilities.
The economy of Athens is mainly dependant on natural resources and tourism. It is possible to have a taste of the authentic Greek cuisine and sample some of the brilliant sea-foods from the restaurants like Vitro, Petrino, Erato, Carte Postale, Alekos, and Zorbas Tavern etc. The modern city of Athens follows the municipality system and is known to blend the new system with the old one perfectly.
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