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Propylon of Hadrian's Library in Athens as a feature image

Roman Ruins In Athens

By: travel europe 19/12/202127/08/2022

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The Roman ruins in Athens which include theatres, propyla, libraries, water courses, bath houses and temples are the Roman contribution to Athens’ restoration

Temple of Apollo at Delphi feature image

Delphi: The Temple Of Apollo And Oracle Of Delphi

By: travel europe 12/12/202104/01/2022

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The Temple of Apollo is a symbol of Greek mythology; and the prophecies and international influence of its Oracle made Delphi the centre of Greece

The main road, the E65, continues through Kotor between the small, pretty port and the western wall

Exploring The History and Architecture Of Kotor

By: travel europe 08/09/202108/04/2022

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A visit to the medieval Old Town of Kotor is both a walk through history and an opportunity to explore the many varied styles of Kotor’s architecture

St Luke's Church in Kotor Old town teaches us a lot about the architecture of the period of its build

Kotor: A Closer Look At St Luke’s Church

By: travel europe 26/06/202110/02/2022

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St Luke’s Church was unscathed from Kotor’s earthquakes and the little knowledge we can gain of its post Roman architecture will help us get more from our visit

The cliff face steps from the Kotor citadel at ground level to the fortress

The City Walls, Fortifications and Fortresses of Kotor

By: travel europe 03/09/202008/04/2022

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A highlight of your visit to Kotor will be to experience Kotor’s encompassing city walls and formidable fortifications, and to climb 1350 steps to the fortresses

Panoramic view of Roman Agora in the foreground of Hadrian's Library

The Roman Agora in Athens

By: travel europe 04/06/202027/08/2022

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The Roman Agora in Athens is distinctively different from the Ancient Greek Agora and represents an empire with different styles of culture, trade and religion

The Theatre at Epidaurus And Why Its Sound Is So Good

By: travel europe 25/02/202010/02/2022

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The Theatre at Epidaurus is the finest example of an ancient Greek theatre. Trace the history of the theatre and why its acoustics deliver quality sound

Feature image of view across the the Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus

Epidaurus: Ancient Healing at the Sanctuary of Asclepius

By: travel europe 24/02/202010/02/2022

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The Sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus helps us to understand ancient healing based on mysticism and mythology and its transition towards more rational methods

The Little Theatre of Ancient Epidaurus set against the Saronic Gulf

Palaia (Ancient) Epidaurus and its Little Theatre

By: travel europe 23/01/202015/12/2021

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Whether interested in Ancient Epidaurus, its Little Theatre, history or just checking out a base for touring or a weekend away, Palaia Epidaurus is worth a look

Itea and Gulf of Corinth seen from approach to Dephi

7 Reasons to Drive from Athens to Delphi Across the Gulf of Corinth

By: travel europe 25/10/201910/02/2022

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Drive this route from Athens to Delphi and visit the many ancient sites near Corinth, cross the Gulf via the Rio-Antirion Bridge and enjoy unspoiled Greece