Greece Gardens & parks, Historical + Modern architecture pictures

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Learn about the roots of Western civilization and build a nice tan on a Mediterranean island in this ancient southeastern European nation.

The island capital is a cosmopolitan center that retains its traditional Greek charm.

Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

The island capital is a cosmopolitan center that retains its traditional Greek charm.

This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.

Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens. 

Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

Admire the well-preserved fortifications of this Venetian fortress and then enjoy spectacular views of the wild beauty of Nafplio’s coastline.

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

Explore scenic mountains, gorges, villages and shoreline. View the lasting monuments that ancient Greeks built to honor their beloved gods. 

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

Walk along the covered promenades where affluent Athenians exchanged gossip, political news, and wares.

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

Marvel at this elaborate two-storied double colonnade where the ancient Athenians shopped and socialized.

Explore scenic mountains, gorges, villages and shoreline. View the lasting monuments that ancient Greeks built to honor their beloved gods. 

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.

Visit Greece’s national academy to admire the neoclassical architecture of one of Athens\' most striking landmarks.

Enjoy a short boat ride to this offshore Venetian castle, which affords superb views back to Nafplio and is the host of live music events.