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Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

Situated by the water’s edge in Chania’s Venetian Port is a 17th-century multi-domed mosque that now serves as a venue for art exhibitions.

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.   

Step away from the crowds and visit this grand cathedral, seen by many as a symbol of the Cretan revolution.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.

Imagine shopping where the ancient Greeks did, as you stroll through the remains of the former meeting center of Athens, composed of colonnades with marble columns.

Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Step back in time in this remarkably preserved piece of architecture, which has served as a Greek temple, a Christian church and a museum.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

Pay homage to Thessaloniki’s patron saint, the Roman martyr Dimitrios, whose relics are held in this ancient church, which is considered one of the most important in the city.

Stroll along forest trails, swim in a freshwater lake and follow the routes taken by natural springs at this scenic spot close to the island’s east coast.

Explore scenic mountains, gorges, villages and shoreline. View the lasting monuments that ancient Greeks built to honor their beloved gods. 

Explore scenic mountains, gorges, villages and shoreline. View the lasting monuments that ancient Greeks built to honor their beloved gods. 

Step away from the crowds and visit this grand cathedral, seen by many as a symbol of the Cretan revolution.

From the top of this Byzantine-style tower you can experience superb views of Rhodes Port and the historic landmarks of Rhodes City’s Old Town.

Stand at the foot of towering columns which honor the father of all Olympic gods at this 1st Century temple.

For warm days on beautiful Aegean beaches and lively nights in bars and clubs, this island in the Cyclades is the perfect spot.  

The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.