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The ancient burial place Kerameikos
If you are at Athens, visit the Kerameikos, the ancient burial place of Athens. It is situated north east of the Acropolis. Some findings are also to see in the Kerameikos museum, the bigger part is shown at the national Museum. [...]
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City Park
This is a great park in the center of Athens there is a fun Park that lets you get away from the chaotic city for a while. It's good to know that the park turns into a homosexual's hang out at night, so don't visit the place after 7pm if [...]
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What you can see at the birthplace of democracy
Visit the museums of Athens in the lunch time, because the heat is at it´s maxmium during that time. PLan to visit all the other ancient buildings in the afternoon, but take a look at the opening times. [...]
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Guard change attraction at the Parliament
If you are in Athens and you have a little time, go to the Parliament and watch the guard change. This happens in every hour if I remember well. [...]
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Dont talk to guys standing in front of restaurants
Dont let yourself be torned in a restaurant by these guys, standing in front of restaurants. If you start to talk to them, you wont be able to get rid of them again. Just take yourself a look at the restaurant you want to go to. [...]
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Bring water with you to the Parthenon
Athens is extremely hot, so make sure that you always have enough to drink with you. Especially when you are climbing up to the Parthenon. [...]
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Athens is one of the places in the world that has a lot remains of its ancient history. A day is not enough to explore the rich history of this classic place, with its breathtaking views and architectures. If you are clueless where to start, you may want to go to Plaka as this is the center of old Athens. A good starting point for walk to the main sites would be the center of modern day Athens, Sindagma Square. Listed below are the popular sites of Athens worth visiting. The Acropolis This is also known as the “sacred rock” and served as the residential area back in the Neolithic period. Contrary to what most people think, [...]

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$754 Thy Turkish Airlines
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Houston, TX (IAH) Athens, GR (ATH) 08/28/2018 09:05 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Houston, TX (IAH) 09/11/2018 10:10 am
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New York, NY (JFK) Athens, GR (ATH) 04/19/2019 07:10 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) New York, NY (JFK) 04/27/2019 02:35 pm
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Chicago, IL (ORD) Athens, GR (ATH) 10/17/2018 09:40 pm
Athens, GR (ATH) Chicago, IL (ORD) 10/23/2018 06:00 am
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From	To	Departure	Time
Houston, TX (IAH)	Athens, GR (ATH)	08/28/2018	09:05 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Houston, TX (IAH)	09/11/2018	10:10 am

From	To	Departure	Time
New York, NY (JFK)	Athens, GR (ATH)	04/19/2019	07:10 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	New York, NY (JFK)	04/27/2019	02:35 pm

From	To	Departure	Time
Chicago, IL (ORD)	Athens, GR (ATH)	10/17/2018	09:40 pm
Athens, GR (ATH)	Chicago, IL (ORD)	10/23/2018	06:00 am

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