Athens has always mixed history with myth. This question goes back to the city’s legendary beginning.

This landmark stands out for its shape, its Olympic history, and the striking material that gives it such a bright, distinctive look.

Some Athens neighbourhoods carry their history in their name, their streets and the traces of ancient city life around them.

At the foot of the Acropolis, this historic neighbourhood invites slow wandering through narrow lanes, small shops, neoclassical houses and old-city charm.

Athens is fascinating because ancient history, modern neighbourhoods, street culture, cafés, markets and everyday life all exist side by side.

Athens is not only ancient ruins and viewpoints — some of its most memorable moments are part of modern Greek civic life.