In recent years, Greece has been in the news for incorrect reasons. However, nothing in the world can beat the Mediterranean atmosphere of the Greek's islands, with blue and white buildings matching the colour of the sky and the sea, coupled with the rich mysterious history of the Greek myths. Here are 5 reasons why you should consider visiting Greece at least once in your lifetime.
1. Greek myths and legends that you grow up with (unknowingly)
3. The white and blue houses of Santorini
There were many imitations all over the world, but nothing beats visiting the real Santorini to catch a view of the famous sun setting over the blue and white houses in Oia. Pay a visit to the Atlantis Bookstore in Oia, stay in 1 of the many cave houses, hike up the caldera in Fira and collect black sand at 1 of the black sand beach to complete your visit in Santorini!
4. The other islands
Greece has thousands over island, each with its own charm and many of them are easily accessible via ferry. Depending on your preference, visit Mykonos, Paros or Corfu and get yourself a nice new tan.
5. Soaking in Mediterranean atmosphere
Where to stay in Athens
1. Greek myths and legends that you grow up with (unknowingly)
We all know that Achilles heel refer to weakness, but do you know that this expression comes from a Greek mythology? We always use opening up Pandora's box to describe actions that may be deemed as small but comes with unforeseen consequences, and do you know that this phrase comes from a Greek mythology too? Have fun exploring the Acropolis of Athens and the Acropolis Museum to view and gain insights to ancient Greek buildings which are closely related to these Greek myths and legends.
2. First Olympics
There were many Greek mythology related to the origins of the Olympics Games, and the first modern Olympics Games is hosted in Athens' Panathenaic Stadium. The Stadium is easily accessible via public transport and do pay a visit to this significant location of the Olympics Games!
There were many imitations all over the world, but nothing beats visiting the real Santorini to catch a view of the famous sun setting over the blue and white houses in Oia. Pay a visit to the Atlantis Bookstore in Oia, stay in 1 of the many cave houses, hike up the caldera in Fira and collect black sand at 1 of the black sand beach to complete your visit in Santorini!
Our trip coincide with Good Friday, and we took part in the celebration at Pyrgos, where the entire village was light up in the evening with candle. Regardless of your religion, it is an awesome sight and great fun to take part in the celebration.
4. The other islands
Greece has thousands over island, each with its own charm and many of them are easily accessible via ferry. Depending on your preference, visit Mykonos, Paros or Corfu and get yourself a nice new tan.
5. Soaking in Mediterranean atmosphere
On top of watching the changing of guards in Syntagma Square, seeing lamb roasting in the streets of Monastiraki Flea Market, spend sometime at Lykavittos Hill, the highest point in Athens, to have the best overview of the Mediterranean city, with the Mediterranean Sea within viewing distance.
Where to stay in Athens
Athens is highly accessible via public transport and I would recommend staying somewhere near the Acropolis. I stayed in Airotel Parthenon Hotel which is a comfortable hotel within walking distances to the Acropolis and metro.
