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This quirky museum is devoted to worry beads, a popular souvenir item in Nafplio, and displays examples made from amber, coral and bone. 

On the shores of the Thermaikos Gulf, the second-largest city in Greece offers historic buildings, traditional cuisine, beach resorts and nightlife.

Trace the history of this ancient town through its numerous periods and discover traditional art and fascinating stories.

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

Home to one of the country’s finest collections of Byzantine art, this museum presents an overview of a significant period in Thessaloniki’s history.

Trace the history of this ancient town through its numerous periods and discover traditional art and fascinating stories.

On the shores of the Thermaikos Gulf, the second-largest city in Greece offers historic buildings, traditional cuisine, beach resorts and nightlife.

Trace the history of this ancient town through its numerous periods and discover traditional art and fascinating stories.

Home to one of the country’s finest collections of Byzantine art, this museum presents an overview of a significant period in Thessaloniki’s history.

Trace the history of this ancient town through its numerous periods and discover traditional art and fascinating stories.

Home to one of the country’s finest collections of Byzantine art, this museum presents an overview of a significant period in Thessaloniki’s history.

Home to one of the country’s finest collections of Byzantine art, this museum presents an overview of a significant period in Thessaloniki’s history.

Dive into Crete’s nautical history at this fascinating museum. See shipwreck items and a replica of an ancient ship, and learn about a famous World War II battle.

On the shores of the Thermaikos Gulf, the second-largest city in Greece offers historic buildings, traditional cuisine, beach resorts and nightlife.

On the shores of the Thermaikos Gulf, the second-largest city in Greece offers historic buildings, traditional cuisine, beach resorts and nightlife.

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

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

This sparkling white, world-class city will take your breath away with dazzling hilltop views of the mountains and sea, and glimpses into the age of antiquity.

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

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

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

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

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

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