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A bustling and cosmopolitan metropolis, Athens is central to economic, financial, industrial, political and cultural life in Greece. It is rapidly becoming a leading business centre in the European Union. It is in many ways the birthplace of Classical Greece, and therefore of Western civilization.

About Athens

Athens covers an area of 159 sq. miles (411.7 square Km) and is estimated to have a population of 3.8 million people being the capital and the largest city in Greece. It is one of the world's oldest cities, its recorded history spans at least 3,000 years.

Acropolis Museum

Posted in Museums by admin on March 10, 2008

athens-museum-1.jpgThe Acropolis Museum houses priceless finds. If you visit the Museum prior to your walk around the site you will be able to better understand the history and function of the Acropolis, as the most important religious centre of the city of Athens and thus enjoy it even more.

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