Athens and Southern Greece (Cadogan Guides)

Athens and Southern Greece (Cadogan Guides)

by Dana Facaros (Author), Linda Theodorou (Author), Dana Facaros (Author)

Synopsis

The authors of Cadogan's guide to Greece share their great knowledge and infectious enthusiasm for this majestic and popular region, creating an intoxicating mix of historical analysis, cultural insight, myth, and legend. The area is, of course, most famous for its wealth of ancient Greek and Byzantine ruins; places and sites with names that ring powerfully down the centuries--Delphi, Corinth, Mycenae, Olympia, Argos, and Epidaurus. Discover the places where the mythology of Zeus, Apollo, and Aphrodite was born, all brought vividly to life by inspired commentary from Cadogan's passionate authors. Explore the vibrant capital Athens as it prepares for the 2004 Olympic Games. Discover unspoiled beaches away from the tourist trail and sample the delicious local cuisine and a glass of ouzo in friendly, traditional tavernas. Complete with practical travel information, detailed site plans of the wondrous ruins and recommendations for places to stay, shop, and eat, this is the ultimate guide to the many treasures that Greece has to offer.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
Pages: 512
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: Cadogan Guides
Published: 22 Mar 2004

ISBN 10: 1860111149
ISBN 13: 9781860111143

Media Reviews
Are you suffering from a case of the travel-guide doldrums? Cadogan will not only get you where you're going, they'll lead you through medieval towns, intimate beaches, and sleepy fishing villages along the way. -- Interline Traveler These guides are very readable, attractively presented and packed with essential basic information as well as describing each city's history and culture. -- Daily Mail (United Kingdom)
Author Bio
Linda Theodorou has lived in Greece for 25 years and is acclaimed for her in-depth knowledge of Greek myth, history and archaeology. Dana Facaros is the author of the Cardigan Greece series and coauthor of many other titles with her husband Michael Pauls.