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

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

In the ruins of this monument to knowledge, see the notches in marble where papyrus book rolls were once stored.

See friezes of whimsical wind gods and architectural details way ahead of the time at one of Greece’s best-preserved monuments from ancient times.

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

In the ruins of this monument to knowledge, see the notches in marble where papyrus book rolls were once stored.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

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

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

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

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

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

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

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

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

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

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

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

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