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August Full Moon Free Events
See the Acropolis by moonlight

By deTraci Regula, About.com

For the past few years, the Greek government has thrown open a selection of the best archaeological sites in Greece during the night of the full moon in August.

This year's list of dozens of participating archaeological sites includes the Acropolis, the Temple of Aphaia on Aegina, the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion, and ancient Olympia. The Acropolis and Cape Sounion, because of their particular beauty and easy tourist access, are likely to be very busy, so get there early.

Usually, there are music and dance events scheduled at some of the sites. While this was not offered in 2006, it has been promised for the full moon of August, 2007.

Admission is free. The date varies based on the night the moon is fullest. Other good full-moon destinations include performances at the Lycabettus Theater, Pnyx Hill near the Acropolis, and performances at the Herod Atticus theater, all of which are dazzling in the moonlight.

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