Greece - History and a Modern Touch
Many consider Greece the cradle of modern civilization. The
historical sites in the country are impressive. Still, Greece
also has modern touches making it a good travel destination.
Greece
Walk practically anywhere in Greece and you are walking in the
footsteps of antiquity. The home to such historical figures,
fictional or not, as Plato and Homer. [not Homer Simpson - the
other one]. As the center of modern civilization, Greece is
considered the home of art, philosophy and many other aspects of
culture which set us apart from other creatures. While you could
literally spend months in Greece visiting and exploring
archeological sites, there country is known for very modern
pleasures.
The beaches of Greece are world famous as is the nightlife. For
nightlife, Athens is a vibrant city that more or less stays open
all night long. Even on Mondays! For sheer excitement, take a
taxi on a trip through the city which will make any roller
coaster look tame. You can walk through the various market areas
or visit the new structures and parks created for the recent
Olympic Summer Games.
If a tan is a must, you're best off heading to the islands.
Islands such as Santorini, Ios and Mykinos are the stuff of
legend among sunbathers. You can burn under the Mediterranean
sun all day and party like a rock star all night. All the
islands can be reached by ferry with trips taking a few hours.
The Greeks are colorful and a fun-loving group of people. Sit
down in a little caf