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The Most Interesting Historical Places in Greece

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Historical Places in Greece

Acropolis of Athens ©
World heritage site · Ruin
Acropolis of Athens , Athens
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A cluster of ancient ruins of great architectural and historical significance, Acropolis of Athens has been the star attraction of Athens for
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The Palace of Knossos ©
Ruin
The Palace of Knossos , Knosos
3.1
Built over a Neolithic town, The Palace of Knossos represented the ceremonial and political center of Minoan civilization on Crete. English a
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Meteora ©
World heritage site · Religious Site
Meteora , Kastraki
4.9
Meteora, roughly translated as "suspended in the air," serves as one of the largest and historically most significant Eastern Orthodox monast
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Village of Lindos ©
Ruin
Village of Lindos , Lindos
4.3
A small town with a mix of rich history and sandy beaches, Village of Lindos was established by the Dorians about 3,000 years ago (though loc
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Akrotiri ©
Ruin
Akrotiri , Akrotiri
4.1
Set your clock back a few thousand years with a visit to Akrotiri, a Minoan Bronze Age settlement destroyed by a massive volcanic eruption ar
Tours from $54

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Greece

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Beaches · Ruins · History Museums
As the cradle of Western civilization, Greece has a lot to offer to travelers interested in early history of Europe. Historical places in Greece range from clusters of ancient ruins, like Ancient Agora of Athens, to well-preserved Venetian fortresses, such as the 16th-century Fortress Spinalonga and 18th-century Palamidi Castle. At Ancient Mycenae, a World Heritage-listed archaeological site that was once a major military stronghold, you can take a trip back to the Bronze Age. The maze of living spaces, workshops, and shrines in The Palace of Knossos offer insight into the wealthy and sophisticated Minoan culture. Featuring the remains of Apollo sanctuary, Delphi provides a glimpse into the ancient world's religious beliefs.
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