The Acropolis of Athens and the Parthenon
As I have said before, it’s a bit of a walk up to but it’s well worth it, you pass places like Odeon of Herodes on your way there. But make sure that you bring your water, especially on a hot day, there are no places to buy anything once you get up there. And bring your walking shoes, the hills are steep at some places and the stairs are really long. It will take you about 20 minutes to walk up to Acropolis, but it took us a bit longer since we could not help to stop everywhere just to look at the places we passed.
Upon the Acropolis, there are several old buildings in various states. I usually do my research a bit more thoroughly than I did the time we walked the Acropolis, but it was okay anyway. I knew the looks and history of the two buildings that had caught my mind before even booking the trip to Athens, Parthenon and The old temple of Athena.
Make sure you have a good amount of time when you get there, there are so many buildings to see on the way up there. And once you are up on the hill, the view is simply amazing. You can see the entire city and I do promise to show you some more of the images I took overlooking the city. But let’s focus on the buildings in this post, shall we…
We managed to get there just in time for the sun to start to set, and do I have to tell you that Athens looked kind of pretty in the golden light of the sunset?
So to sum this up… make sure you wear your best walking shoes, bring a bottle of water, check the time of the sunset and make sure your batteries in your camera are fresh. Enjoy!
Have you ever been to Acropolis?
//Ann
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Antonia
Brilliant article. Definitely gives room for thought. Such a beautiful location and a place I would love to visit xxx
Ben
I’d love to visit that area. I love the ancient Greek architecture and all the history that goes behind them.
Brianne
I have always wanted to take the family to Greece so we can explore all the wonderful ancient architecture. It’s so cool!
Kuntala
Greece is one of my favorite countries. I have been to these sites so many times, and they never get old. Just beautiful.
Anngelic
Thank you so much for your kind words Antonia 😊
Anngelic
And the mythology! 😃
Anngelic
I would suggest going to Athens when it’s a bit warmer though, maybe in March when the weather is perfect for dining outdoors 😊 It was a bit to cold during New Years 😋
Anngelic
Me to Kuntala! 😊 I have been to several differnet places in greece, both on the mainland and on the island, but I just can’t seem to get enough!
Heather
There is so much history there! I would love to see it in person one day!
Anngelic
I am sure that you will love it Heather, the city is stunning and to see Acropolis is just icing on the cake 😋
MidWife360
These photos are stunning. I love the lighting, the silhouettes, just lovely.
Christine
I’d love to visit Greece! There is so much to see! It’s definitely on my bucket list. Your photos are awesome!
Ivan Jose
Those are really breathtaking ruins. As a kid, I was always amazed when I see the Parthenon in pictures.
Glamor Medical
I am absolutely loving these photos! looks so beautiful!
neely
DYING to visit Greee sometime! Everything is so beautiful!
Anngelic
Thank you so much 😊
Anngelic
I do to Christine, I just love Greece and I can’t wait to go back 😃
Thank you!
Anngelic
They are even more beautiful in person, hope that you get to see them someday Ivan 😊
Anngelic
Thank you so much!
Anngelic
It sure is, and hopefully when things settle into the new normal you’ll be able to visit Greece. I am sure that you will love it! Stay safe 😊
Rosey
My oldest son went a couple of years back. He had a fabulous time. Good tip on bringing the water.
beattriicee
Så häftiga byggnader!! 🥺
JossusTravelPics
Älskade Akropolis, kände nästan att jag kunde dö lycklig när jag fått uppleva det. Haha…
Dreamandcreativity
Inte varit i Athen men däremot Kreta.
Ida
Aten är ju så otroligt vackert, absolut en stad jag hade kunnat åka tillbaka till 😃