| The
One Thing You Don't Want to Miss |
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| No visit to Athens would be complete without a visit
to the Acropolis. There you'll find the Parthenon, the largest
building in the Acropolis and one of the world's most awe-inspiring
sights. It was built as a temple to Athena and is still a remarkable
structure today. |
| Other
Fun Things to Do |
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Visit Plaka, the old neighborhood of Athens. Explore the
narrow streets and alleys, single-story houses, neoclassical
villas, taverns and many tourist shops. |
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Experience the traditional flea market of Monastiraki, the
neighborhood next to Plaka. |
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Explore the National Archaeological Museum, home to a
formidable collection of the world's antiquities. |
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Pay a visit to ancient Agora, ancient site of the
religious and political heart of Athens. |
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| Shopping
for Bargains |
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| Traditional handicrafts, though sometimes expensive,
are the most authentically Greek souvenirs. In Athens, Monastiraki
and Plaka are the best places to purchase handcrafted goods.
You'll find ceramics, brightly colored embroidery and wall hangings,
flokati rugs and tapestries. |
| Local
Currency |
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| The Euro (EUR), the currency of the
European Union, is the official currency of Greece. Many stores and
restaurants also accept major credit cards, which usually offer you
a good exchange rate. When shopping, remember there is a Value-Added
Tax added to most purchases. |
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