Athens

Venice, a city of canals and bridges, is renowned for its stunning architecture and rich history. But tucked away in this captivating city lies a treasure with a story that spans centuries and continents: the Piraeus Lion. This majestic marble statue, towering over nine feet tall, is not just a beautiful piece of art; it's a silent witness to the ebb and flow of civilizations.

The Piraeus Lion in Venice: A Tale of Ancient Greece, Viking Warriors, and Venetian Conquest

Venice (category)
5 min read
16/11/202421/05/2026

Athens may divide opinions, but one thing's for sure: there's so much more to this city than meets the eye. When you venture beyond the regular tourist spots, you'll unearth hidden treasures that guidebooks rarely mention. And one of our favorite finds is the time-honored district of Anafiotika.

Anafiotika Unveiled: Discovering the Hidden Charms of Athens Beyond the Tourist Trail

Athens (category), Greece (category)
5 min read
04/02/202311/02/2024

Athens is so unique that we cannot imagine any other city where you can find an ancient roman tomb inside a Zara store. We expected to stumble upon ruins in Athens since it’s a quintessential historical city. But not in a clothing store.

An Ancient Roman Tomb inside a Zara Store in Athens

Athens (category), Greece (category)
5 min read
07/09/202227/02/2024

The Panathenaic Stadium is a must see tourist destination in Athens and a unique architectural destination since it's the only stadium in the world built entirely out of marble. But what makes this place stand out from everything that we saw in Greece is that this place is where the first modern Olympics Games were hosted back in 1896.

The Panathenaic Stadium in Athens: A visit to the Marble Stadium that hosted the first modern Olympics

Athens (category), Greece (category)
8 min read
15/12/202124/07/2024