Greece Action & adventure, Autumn, Historic buildings, Historical, Museum + Water sports pictures

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

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

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

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.

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. 

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.

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

Step away from the crowds and visit this grand cathedral, seen by many as a symbol of the Cretan revolution.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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. 

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