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꧁ Athens ꧂

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 It is well-known that Athens is one of the most visited cities in the world because of its amazing history and picturesque quarters. But, what else can you find in Athens? We are Álvaro and Yassmine and in this blog we will introduce you some important things you should know before travelling to Greece.  First of all, what is Athens? Athens is the capital city of Greece, one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Because of its historical past, Athens has been one of the most touristic cities in the world.  Tourists go there searching for "The Pantheon" and the majestous Gardens of the Palace as well as colourful streets and amazing beaches which are only 5 km away from Athens! If you happen to go there, do not forget to have a try at the moushaka, one of Greece most iconic dishes.  If you go on summer, be aware of the temperatures, they can even reach 48º C! In following entries, you will discover more useful information about your upcoming trip.  Hope ...

How can you entertain yourself in there?

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Some of the best places you can go for entertainment in Athens, without a doubt, are cinemas and theatres. However, if you are into night life you might enjoy DISCO-VINILIO. This nightclub is perfect for those who are looking for a good time with friends with a crazy environment and lots of drinks and music for all tastes. DISCO-VINILIO is near the Stalis Hotel, so you don't have to think about any transports because you are there in 5 minutes by just walking. But if you are looking for a calm and elegant atmosphere with jazz music , you might like EKEI. This is a restaurant without strong music where you could have dinner together with your family or friends. The best thing are the marvelous views of the Partheon since it is located on a hill. You can get there by bus.

Where could you stay?

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Athens is one of the cities in the world with more hotels wich appeal to every kind of person. However, not everyone can bear the costs of the most luxurious hotels, for that reason we will present you some youth hostels: Roy hotel is a youth hostel located in Egaleo, one of Athens most famous suburbs which is only 1km away from the city centre. This hotel is one of the best options if you are travelling alone or with your friends and you can't afford an expensive hotel. Rooms are available from €33! If you prefer an apartment, Downton apartments are definitely for you. Located in the heart of Athens, Downtown apartments offer complete apartments wich are fully equipped and include two bedrooms, one private toilet and a kitchen. And best of all, only for €37! And, finally, Stalis hotel might also be taken into account as it is near the famous DISCO-VINILO, which is one of the best discos in all Greece. This youth hostel is one of the most famous, so if you want to spend a night her...

How is the typical greek food?

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 Greece has one of the richest gastronomies in the entire world. An abundance of sea products from the Mediterranean Sea, vegetables from the vast plains and a great production of oil, leads to a balanced diet based on vegetables, proteins, glucids and lipids. Some of the most typical traditional dishes include Moussaka, an egg-plant or potato-based dish that includes ground meat; Tzatziki, a class of sauce similar to alioli; and Baklava, a layered pastry made of filo pastry filled with nuts and honey.  

What are some popular attractions in Athens?

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The most famous attraction of Athens is "The Acropolis and the Parthenon". These are a set of Ancient Greek ruins wich are located on top of Mount Licabeto, one of the most famous in the world. Although there are many people there, it is a must if you visit Athens! Other tourist attractions include the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, which is a typical Ancient theatre that was built in the second century BC; the Angora, which are greek ruins less majestic than "The Acropolis" but it is worth to visit them as well; and finally, the Changing of the guard in front of the Greek Parliament. If visiting gardens is your cup of tea, the "National garden" is a must due to its enormus fountains and trees.  On the other hand, if you are up for visiting the cradle of sports, you should visit the "Panathenaic Stadium", were the first Olympic Games were hold. Of course, there are plenty of activities to do in Athens, but these ones are the most important if you only...