Greece (Cadogan Guides)

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

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  2003

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  Explores Athens, taking in the Acropolis, the varied nightlife and the mountains round about - relaxes on the wide beaches of the Peloponnese - visits Olympia and the Homeric palace of Agamemnon at Mycenae - takes a hike to the top of Mount Parnassos, home of the Muses - clambers up to Delphi, the centre of the earth 'With present day Athens it's rarely love at first sight. Look closely however...and you may be won over by this crazy urban quilt - small oases of green parks hidden amidst the hustle and bustle; tiny family-run tavernas tucked away in the most unexpected places; the feverish pace of its nightlife and summer festivals. And best of all, the Athenians themselves, whose friendliness belies the reputation of most city dwellers'