A Quick Look at: Athens, Greece

The Acropolis from an Athens street

Photo by deTraci Regula; licensed to About.com

Where is Athens, Greece?:
Athens is located on the mainland of Greece in the Attica region. Like numbers? Here's the latitude and longitude: 58 N 23 43 E

Why You Should Go to Athens, Greece:
Athens is the both the modern and historic capital of Greece, with many ancient monuments, including the renowned Acropolis and the Parthenon, temple of Athena. Virtually every visitor to Greece wants to visit the Parthenon. Athens also has the National Archaeological Museum and many other important museums of Greek art and culture.

Where to Stay and Dine in Athens, Greece:
You can either stay at an international, luxury hotel or you can stay cheaply at smaller hotels or even hostels. Athens offers something for every budget and traveling style.

Don't Miss Seeing This in Athens, Greece:
Where else? The Parthenon.

Travel Tip for Athens, Greece:
Looking for a cheap way out of the airport? The Airport Express buses cost about 4 Euro and will get you into the heart of the city or to Piraeus to catch a ferry. The downside? You may end up standing for most of the 45 minutes to an hour the bus takes - tough to do after a long flight.

What is the Population of Athens?
Officially, Athens is home to about 4 million of Greece's 11 million official inhabitants, but illegal immigration is believed to swell that number considerably.

How far from the city center is the Athens International Airport?
The trip to the Athens International Airport takes 24-40 minutes by taxi, depending on traffic.

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