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The allure of Athens                         tre. The heart of the historic centre is Pla-
                 -a city by the sea                           ka neighbourhood, east of the Acropolis.


                                                              Walk through the narrow back-
                 Athens, Attica is a microcosm of Greece.
                 The region’s natural landscape has it all,   streests lined with houses and mansions.
                 from mountains to beaches, and the city      You will pass by ancient monuments,
                 itself is a vibrant European capital. The    big and small churches, true masterpiec-
                 juxtaposition of ancient monuments and       es of Byzantine art and architecture, as
                 modern landmarks is breathtaking. Trav-      well as remnants of the Ottoman period.
                 ellers can find and do practically anything   There are also some  interesting muse-
                 here.                                        ums,  lots  of  picturesque  tavernas,  cafés,
                                                              bars, as well as shops selling souvenirs and
                 The city of Athens has many  lovely          traditional Greek products. Next, head to
                 neighbourhoods around the historic cen-      nearby Monastiraki, an area with narrow

















































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