Athens

Appearing to be a mansion, the beauty of the Byzantine and Christian Museum will take your breath away. It is one of the most insightful places to visit in Athens. Byzantine icons which include the paintings and decorations can be found in this museum.Preserving 1700 years of art and architecture of Byzantine, it possesses a rich collection of objects from Cyprus, Balkans, Greece, Russia etc. It is also home to numerous frescoes, fabrics and inscriptions from the churches.

The quaint little village of Anafiotika is a hidden treasure in the city of Athens and is among the most loved Athens attractions. It is set on a hill and possesses striking Cycladic architectures, white houses with flat roofs and vibrant windows and doors of various colours.Often called the little island, Anafiotiks has some famous Byzantine churches that are worth witnessing. Explore this small oasis of beauty and you can enjoy most spellbinding views from various hills here away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The monument owes its name to its dedication to Philopappos, who was the prince of Commagene. Also known as the ‘Hill of Muses’ it's a favourite spot among the tourists where people go for relaxing or taking a walk in the pleasant garden.The riveting surroundings will win your heart and this hill also offers magnificent views from the tops. It is also famous for hiking, so if you are looking for some adventure, this is the place that will offer you thrill and excitement.

Hadrian’s library is one of the famous Athens sightseeing places and makes for one of the major attractions in the city. This is not only a library but also had music and lecture rooms along with a pool.This library was constructed beautifully but has tarnished and damaged over time with the ravages and destruction caused on the site. However, it is still one of the places to be visited while on a vacation to Athens.

The central square in Athens, Syntagma Square makes for one of the best places to visit in Athens. All the celebrations in Athens happen here and it is one one of the most loved places in the city. Syntagma Square has an enchanting history and there is also a parliament building on top of the Syntagma.

A walk in the monument of Philopappos is nothing less than a beautiful experience and you will also discover the monuments like Prison of Socrates, Tombs of Kimon and enticing views of the Acropolis and Parthenon.Built with white marble, this structure was decorated with pilasters and statues. It is considered to be one of the greatest Athens sightseeing places and possesses a strong history worth knowing. You can also enjoy a captivating sunset view from the height of this monument.

Perched on the Agoraios Kolonos hill, this is one of the rare temples that retains its structure and remains untouched by the wars and the destruction. This Temple of Hephaestus, the God of metallurgy and craftsmanship, was built into a church dedicated to St George.Also known as one of Athens best places to visit, the Temple of Hephaestus was also used as a cemetery to bury non-orthodox Europeans. It is located in the Syntagma Square and is considered to be an important archaeological site. The temple also has an ornamental garden surrounding it now and allures the tourists with its lush greenery.

This museum was built to honour the fighters and the brave hearts who fought for the freedom of the country. The museum has preserved the military artifacts and memorabilia and to remember the struggles and history of the country.Research, study and education is also conducted at the Athens War Museum and it also organises exhibitions. Apart from this, the museum also has a photograph collection, historic archive preserving mails and diaries of soldiers and also the film archive wherein the films of these events have been recorded.