Greece Animal, Castles & palaces + Flowers pictures

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In the warm waters between Greece and Turkey, these islands have beautiful scenery and pleasant towns that are ideal for relaxing vacations.

Enjoy a short boat ride to this offshore Venetian castle, which affords superb views back to Nafplio and is the host of live music events. 

One of the most awe-inspiring archaeological sites in all of Greece, this UNESCO-listed city is crammed with historic architecture and ruins.

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

Picture sandy beaches backed by whitewashed homes rising up hillsides from small busy ports. Bright blue sky meets deep blue ocean, resulting in scenic beauty.   

Admire the towers, gates and courtyard of this striking looking medieval building, then tour rooms filled with art and antiques.

Admire the architecture of a neoclassical palace and walk amid spectacular gardens while enjoying sweeping views of Corfu’s coastline.

Dating back to the 4th century B.C., these striking walls are a beautiful example of Thessaloniki’s ancient architecture and a reflection of the city’s long history.

Enter a fascinating underwater community, where colourful fish dart around, sharks prowl their tanks and turtles glide through their serene habitats.

Visit a harbor that is more than 2,000 years old to see where one of the ancient wonders of the world is believed to have stood.

Soak up the sun on this picturesque sandy strip, where St. Paul is said to have landed when he came to preach to the people of Rhodes.

The Glorious City has a pedigree like no other, counting its life in millennia and its icons as the best-known in the world.

Beloved by locals for its sturdy, powerful appearance, this battlement has protected the city from Turkish invaders for over five centuries. 

Admire the towers, gates and courtyard of this striking looking medieval building, then tour rooms filled with art and antiques.

Investigate the remains of temples and fortifications at the ancient hilltop fortress that stood watch over Lindos for more than 2,000 years.

One of the most awe-inspiring archaeological sites in all of Greece, this UNESCO-listed city is crammed with historic architecture and ruins.

Beloved by locals for its sturdy, powerful appearance, this battlement has protected the city from Turkish invaders for over five centuries. 

This island town impresses with magnificent Roman and Ottoman ruins, Hellenistic artifacts and medieval architecture.

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.

One of the most awe-inspiring archaeological sites in all of Greece, this UNESCO-listed city is crammed with historic architecture and ruins.

Enjoy a short boat ride to this offshore Venetian castle, which affords superb views back to Nafplio and is the host of live music events. 

Visit a harbor that is more than 2,000 years old to see where one of the ancient wonders of the world is believed to have stood.

Admire the towers, gates and courtyard of this striking looking medieval building, then tour rooms filled with art and antiques.