Greece is a sun-drenched peninsula off the southern coast of Europe, encased on three sides by the Ionian, Mediterranean and Aegean Seas’ with cloudless blue skies, turquoise blue waters that surround a hilly and rocky terrain. While traveling throughout this scenic country our focus turned to a few islands in Aegean Sea {Mykonos & Rhodes}, and then onto the ancient Greek city of Athens known as the cradle of democracy.
{1. Caryatid Porch on the Erechtheum at the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Caryatids are sculptures used as architectural elements, such as columns or pillars.
2. The Parthenon and chryselephantine statue were dedicated in 438, although work on the sculptures of its pediment continued until completion in 432 BC}
The symbolic ruins of the majestic Parthenon, which sits high in the center of the city is awe-inspiring. The temples and sculptures of the Acropolis remain some of the finest examples of the ancient world, and the moral debate over ownership of the ruins has become an international issue that still rages. Modern Greeks take great pride in their ancient culture, which has had a profound and lasting imprint on the Western world. As treasures are unearthed they are taken to the Acropolis Museum, which is an archaeological museum focused on the findings at the Acropolis. The entire country is a wondrous trove of historical objects.
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K
For a moment I thought I was reading a premier article in National Geographic. Awe inspiring pictures as well as informative narrative. Well done!!
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Merci beaucoup, and am pleased you enjoyed the article. This was drafted after our trip this summer, but never had the time to go to press!!! Stay tuned for a bit more on sun-drenched Greece!!
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Truly fascinating pics of this ancient culture. It’s mind boggling when I think about the history behind this country off the southern coast of Europe. Again, absolutely breathtaking photos. Very nice job, K.
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Thank you and while traveling throughout Greece it is wondrous seeing ancient on the new!!!
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So amazing!!!
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It was truly amazing, and would love to go back to Greece!!!
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How beautiful!
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Now I want to focus on the sculptures and art!
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Beautiful!
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You are so kind, and this legacy of beauty is breathtaking!!!!!
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