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• The Acropolis
  There are many different acropoleis scattered throughout Greece, the Acropolis in Athens is probably the best known acropolis in the country. The Acropolis dates back to the 5th Century BCE and was built to house a giant statue of the goddess Athena. The ruins demonstrate the understanding of engineering that the ancient Athenians possessed. This major landmark is definitely a must see when you are visiting this region of the world.

• Benaki Museum
  Housed in the Benaki Family mansion, located in the heart of downtown Athens, the Benaki Museum offers many different collections and exhibits that date from prehistoric times to the modern day. There are various works of art from all over the world, showcasing the different cultural backgrounds of each region. There are two buildings that contain different collections. The main building contains the older collections and the adjacent building has most of the modern day collections. This is a great place to walk through while you are in Athens.

• National Archaeological Museum (Ethniko Archaiologiko Museo)
  This a must see for anyone vacationing in Athens, Greece. The National Archaeological Museum is an inexpensive way to spend your day. The museum hosts some of the greatest collections of ancient artwork, including statues and a wooden statue from Egypt that dates back 8,000 years. As long as you do not use a flash, you can take pictures of the work that the museum has to offer, so you can bring home a few memories of the ancient world.

• Constitution Square (Syntagma)
  When you visit Constitution Square in Athens, Greece, you will learn that it is named after King Othon. The square is home to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and is guarded by three soldiers. You can witness the changing of the guard when you visit Constitution Square. The square also hosts many outdoor cafes and the beautiful National Gardens. When you are visiting Athens, be sure to talk a walk through the famous Constitution Square.

• Temple of Olympian Zeus (Stiles Olymbiou Dios / Olympian)
  If you visited the Acropolis in Athens and enjoyed it, then you'll definitely have to pay a visit to the Temple of Olympian Zeus. The ruins of this temple are absolutely massive and you can walk through the entire site. Don't forget your camera because you will have dome amazing opportunities to shot this beautiful monument. It will only take a few hours at the most to get what you need out of the grounds, so the next time you are in the area, swing through the Temple of Olympian Zeus.

• Byzantine Museum (Vizantino Museo)
  This is your place to go to see a massive collection of all different types of art, sculptures and artifacts when you are visiting Athens, Greece. The Byzantine Museum houses some of the richest collections of Christian art from the Byzantine era. Not only that, but the museum also boasts some of the best collections of art that dates back to the times of the Minoans. Whether or not you are a fan of ancient history, you will be absolutely intrigued with what the Byzantine Museum has to offer.