So here we are in Athens and this is us visiting the Acropolis. It's been a very hot day and although I didn't bring an umbrella my hat is almost as big as one. The actual site is very large and extensive and conservation work is on going. There is also a newish museum nearby full of statues etc. We got in half price as we are still 'Europeans '.
Our ticket gave access to several archeological sites so we've also seen
The library of Hadrian (1600 books)
This photo is for Gigi. We saw a few of these little creatures moving slowly around. Do you know what it is Gigi? I'm sure you do.
The Greek Agora
This shows the inside of the Stoa which was recreated by a US organisation and now holds a museum. It is vast. Peter says it was where people gathered for trade learning and socialising.
The Roman Forum which was less restored so we didn't go in.
The Plaka area was fascinating (to me) with little winding alleys and shops. Really Athens doesn't feel like a capital city.
We were hot and tired by the end of the day but finished up eating dinner on a roof terrace looking up at the Acropolis as the sun was setting. Cold beer and Moussaka. Got to be the Nectar of the gods?
Due to technical reasons ie Me I'm not able to remove photos so that's why there are 2 tortoise ones!
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