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

Home to the first modern Olympic Games, this gleaming white marble stadium has seen many victories, from ancient times to today.

Visit a harbor that is more than 2,000 years old to see where one of the ancient wonders of the world is believed to have stood.

Imagine shopping where the ancient Greeks did, as you stroll through the remains of the former meeting center of Athens, composed of colonnades with marble columns.

In the warm waters between Greece and Turkey, these islands have beautiful scenery and pleasant towns that are ideal for relaxing vacations.

Santorini’s capital is a picturesque tourist stop-off. It also provides magnificent views of the coast.

Admire the architecture of a neoclassical palace and walk amid spectacular gardens while enjoying sweeping views of Corfu’s coastline.

Home to the first modern Olympic Games, this gleaming white marble stadium has seen many victories, from ancient times to today.

Admire the towers, gates and courtyard of this striking looking medieval building, then tour rooms filled with art and antiques.

Picture sandy beaches backed by whitewashed homes rising up hillsides from small busy ports. Bright blue sky meets deep blue ocean, resulting in scenic beauty.   

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

The rather plain exterior of this building belies its importance as one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in the city of Thessaloniki. 

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. 

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

Home to the first modern Olympic Games, this gleaming white marble stadium has seen many victories, from ancient times to today.

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

Dating back to the 4th century B.C., these striking walls are a beautiful example of Thessaloniki’s ancient architecture and a reflection of the city’s long history.

One of the most awe-inspiring archaeological sites in all of Greece, this UNESCO-listed city is crammed with historic architecture and ruins.

Visit the birthplace of democracy, where men first gathered as equals to make decisions about the fate of their growing city.

Don’t miss the chance to learn about Crete’s unique natural environment at this excellent modern museum.

Don’t miss the chance to learn about Crete’s unique natural environment at this excellent modern museum.