A final few bits from our Athens trip way aback in May! Featuring random ruins and a warm lake.
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Heraion lagoon
Lake Vouliagmeni also known as Vouliagemi and Heraion lagoon is 3.5 kms from Ancient Heraion and the lake is a picturesque area surrounded by many cafes and tavernas. We had it all to ourselves as it was still out of season, but it is thronged with visitors once the peak summer holidays start. Below is the tiny church ofContinue reading “Heraion lagoon”
Parthenon by night
We head back up Filopappou Hill to get a wonderful, iconic view of the Parthenon at night. Close to the monument there is a stone structure with iron gates. According to tradition, this is the prison where the great Greek philosopher Socrates was imprisoned and died. The 147-meter high hill is close to the AcropolisContinue reading “Parthenon by night”
Street Scenes
Back to roaming some of the less explored areas of Athens now and we’re planning on heading for the Central Market (Varvakios Agora) and the nearby neighbourhood of Little Asia. But as usual I get hugely sidetracked by the incredible amounts of street art to be found. From tiny stickers on lamp posts, to fullContinue reading “Street Scenes”
Lykavitos
Standing 277 meters above sea level, Lycabettus Hill (sometimes spelt Lykavitos) is the highest point of Athens. At the top of the hill you will find the Greek whitewashed church of Agios Georgios (St. George) and some impressive views across the city. But it’s a grey day, a little like North Wales, so not feeling theContinue reading “Lykavitos”
Aegina
We always like to try and get onto a boat wherever we go so we’ve hopped on a ferry from Athens to one of the closest islands. Aegina is one of the Saronic Islands 17 miles from Athens. The name comes from Aegina, the mother of the hero Aeacus, who was born on the islandContinue reading “Aegina”
Anafiotika
Anafiotika is a scenic tiny neighborhood of Athens, part of the old historical neighborhood called Plaka. It lies on the north eastern side of the Acropolis hill and feels like a completely different world from the hectic capital city. In 1950, part of this neighborhood was destroyed for archaeological research and in 1970 the stateContinue reading “Anafiotika”
It’s a Little Kooky…
On our way back to our hotel the hubby made the fatal error of pointing out a rather colourful alleyway . . . welcome to an Alice in Wonderland inspired kaleidoscope of craziness! This is Little Kook – a fairytale-inspired cafe offering sweet and savory other treats in a whirlwind of cotton candy, whimsical decor.Continue reading “It’s a Little Kooky…”
Street art
Monastiraki is not only a shopping mecca, it’s also home to a host of vibrant street art covering every surface. Enjoy a selection of wall art from our street wanderings. I am particularly taken with this colourful wall / moped combo! As well as street art, the other joy are piles and piles of books,Continue reading “Street art”