Mainland Greece’s Most Underrated Places: Monemvasia
There are countless spots around Greece that deserve the spotlight, yet remain relatively unknown on the international scene. For overtourism-conscious travellers and lovers of nature, peace, and tranquility, this is good news. Below I have the five most underrated mainland [...]
Your Guide to Parthenon & Acropolis Tickets: Best Combos and Key Details
My first piece of advice before I start writing about this is to book a guided tour if you’re really keen to learn more about the archaeological area of the Acropolis in Athens. A tour with a guide can offer [...]
Is the Acropolis the same thing as the Parthenon?
The Acropolis is a large fortified hill in the center of Athens, and it houses several ancient structures, including the Parthenon. The Parthenon is located on top of the Acropolis and is one of the most prominent and iconic buildings [...]
Philip II’s Tomb: A Stunning Discovery
The discovery of the 4th century BC tomb of King Philip, the King of Macedonia and father of Alexander the Great, was brought to light in a series of remarkable archaeological excavations in the 1970s, transforming our understanding of ancient [...]