The Guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
It's an image most know of when they think of Athens. The color guard marching ceremoniously with their unique uniforms and kicking motions. I was happy to get this beautiful image before Syntagma became a hotbed of working class angst. I only...
Frappes at Metropolis
Wandering through Omonia, my fiance and I came across this massive music and electronics store called Metropolis. Best way to describe it is a copycat of a Virgin Megastore. Up on the top floor they had a nice, quiet cafe that I believe many don't...
The Perípteron
All over Greece, from every major city to every tiny village, you'll find these kiosk stands selling snacks, drinks, cigarettes, tourist maps, newspapers, magazines, some souvenirs, and whatever else they can get their hands on.
They've been a...
The Porch of the Caryatids
The most unique feature of the Erechtheum that makes it stand out from other ancient ruins is this porch containing six female statues as columns. Definitely a must-see if you get up top on the Acropolis.
The Parthenon
Of course I could not post highlights of Athens and not post a photo of the majestic Parthenon. I prefer this shot over one I took of the front simply because you don't see so much of the scaffolding from restoration work.
It's a shame that this...
Ferry at the Port of Piraeus
I'm ashamed I didn't really explore Piraeus very much. My fiance and I merely had a ship in mind to take us to the Island of Aegina. Most of what you'll find in Piraeus are mainly tourists and locals grabbing a ride to the islands, but these...
The bay of Agia Marina in Aegina
On the island of Aegina, you're best off grabbing a bus right from the port and heading to the other side to get some of the best beaches you can find. Clear water, lovely scenery, and those moments when clocks, responsibilities, and the real...
Balcony garden in Athens
Starting our morning at the Hotel Attalos, my fiance and I took in the sights just outside our private balcony. You might look at this building and think it's dirty, deteriorated, and such, but we liked how beautiful the owner made their balcony...
Shopping in the Plaka
You can't not just avoid it. The Plaka is the hub of all the tourist shopping with souvenirs, clothing, and food at every turn. My fiance loved getting her hands on some wonderful Mediterranean fashions as we strolled up and down the tiny streets....
The ruins of the "Wheat Bazaar"
In the Roman Agora by the Tower of the Winds stands this ancient marketplace that isn't much more than a lovely piece of history worth grabbing a photo of as you pass by.
Grabbing a nap in Anafiotika
Stray animals are nothing new in Greece. Everywhere you go in any city or village, you're bound to catch a dog or cat laying out somewhere. Strolling through Anafiotika, my fiance caught this little one enjoying an afternoon slumber in a shadey...
Loumidis Coffee SHop
Sometimes you can't listen to elders warning you of certain neighborhoods. My father made Omonia sound like a crime and drug-ridden area not worth venturing into. I found some sense of urban decay, but much of the area seemed more upscale than...
Statues in the National Garden of Athens
I always like to point out how there is more to Greece than just beaches, shopping, islands, and ruins. The National Garden of Athens is a gorgeous green walk filled with different breeds of trees, flowers, and plenty of sculpture that differs...
The Acropolis at Night
The Acropolis is breathtaking, even at night. I was lucky to have a nice hotel (Hotel Attalos) with a rooftop deck that allowed me to capture this shot.
The Tower of the Winds
Sitting away from the Acropolis are the ruins of the ancient Roman Agora (marketplace). Back then, the Romans built this tower to stand as a timepiece for the conquered Athens. It features a combination of sundials, a water clock and a wind vane...
