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Learn about the roots of Western civilization and build a nice tan on a Mediterranean island in this ancient southeastern European nation.

This cliff-topped village is at the pinnacle of the visual drama of Santorini, with its striking white-and-blue homes, windmills and churches.

Mykonos\' charming and lively capital combines the best of modern and traditional Greece.

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

The views onto Firá from the sea are as amazing as the vista from its white-painted tumble houses back across the geological spectacle of Santorini\'s bay.

The city centre square where lawns lie, trees sway and parliament lives – as does the changing of the guard.

Learn about the roots of Western civilization and build a nice tan on a Mediterranean island in this ancient southeastern European nation.

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

This white marble sports venue, home to the first modern Olympic games in 1896, is one of the oldest stadiums in the world.

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

This cliff-topped village is at the pinnacle of the visual drama of Santorini, with its striking white-and-blue homes, windmills and churches.

Size mattered for the builders of this enormous Greek temple – Pisistratus, the Greek tyrant, and Roman Emperor Hadrian – and it inspires awe even in ruins.

This award-winning modern museum for the ancient treasures of the Acropolis has a few surprises up its sleeve.

Marvel at the steeped and spectacular design of this grand cathedral, which houses a number of important artworks within its massive main chamber. 

Marvel at the steeped and spectacular design of this grand cathedral, which houses a number of important artworks within its massive main chamber. 

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

The Parthenon – the iconic symbol of Greek culture and civilization – is just one of the many temples on the Acropolis that still inspire awe, 2500 years later.

Mykonos\' charming and lively capital combines the best of modern and traditional Greece.

Wander around this centuries-old castle, which is home to British colonial landmarks, a museum of Byzantine artifacts and live music events.