Places of possible interest in the centre of Athens
Acropolis Benaki Museum Hadrian's Arch National Garden  and Zappion Parliament Building and Syntagma Square Plaka and Monastiraki Shopping Temple of Zeus
	:Looking across the road near Hadrian's Arch, central Athens

Between East and West

Athens offers quite a tremendous cultural experience because of its location between east and west.  The music, food and culture incorporate aspects of the Arab world as well as Europe.  You will no doubt sample a Greek kebab whilst you're in Athens.  The word kebab originates from Arabic. 

The Olympic Games 2004 and appreciating Greece

The forthcoming Olympic Games will attract a more sophisticated and much better behaved group of visitors from Britain and other countries from around the world to Athens and Greece in 2004.  Many Greeks have a low opinion of the British and certain other European nations because of the young people who visit on 18-30 type package holidays, get drunk, and cause mayhem.  

A large number of people already appreciate much more about Greece than the sun, sand and ouzo.  These people regularly visit to discover more about ancient Greece, enjoy the breathtaking scenery, friendly people, and the natural good things in life.  It takes a little time to see all that Athens has to offer and to get a feel for life in Athens.  You will get the most out of your holiday to Athens and Greece if you prepare beforehand and find out about the places of interest to you.

Travelling around Athens

Public transport is very cheap in Athens.  The Metro and buses will take you to almost everywhere you want to visit.  many of the attractions in central Athens are within walking distance of each other.  Use taxis for anywhere else - negotiate your fare and take life easy.  Parking and driving are frustrating in Athens.  As a tourist it's best not to bother. 

When walking, wear suitable footwear and do watch your step.  Pavements are uneven with all sorts of hidden dangers for the unwary.  Many buildings have basements with unguarded steps leading down to them, or unexpectedly high steps such as the one on the right.

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