Ancient and Historic Sites
The Birthplace of Democracy
Greece is a historical treasure trove with an archaeological record spanning the Neolithic, Mycenean, Minoan, Classical, Hellenistic, and Byzantine periods. It has given us democracy, theater, and a rich and deep vein of mythology.
To come to Greece is to come to a land of gods, goddesses, monsters, centaurs, heroes, mythical creatures, and epic journeys and battles. Greece’s mythology is a testament to boundless imagination and the storytelling prowess of ancient cultures. Greek mythology weaves a tapestry of timeless tales that explore the complexities of human nature, morality, and the divine.
Ancient Greece, from the 8th to 4th centuries BCE, was a culturally rich civilization that significantly shaped Western civilization. Known for its city-states, including Athens and Sparta, Greece made remarkable contributions to philosophy, politics, literature, art, and science.
From the iconic Acropolis in Athens, crowned by the Parthenon, to the sanctuary of the Oracle of Delphi, where ancient oracles once spoke, each site reveals layers of cultural, artistic, and philosophical innovation that have significantly influenced the course of Western civilization.
The ruins of ancient theaters, such as those in Epidaurus, Mycenae’s archaeological treasures, and the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Olympia add further dimensions to Greece’s historical tapestry.
The archaeological heritage of ancient Greece is vast and diverse, revealing insights into the daily life, social structures, and religious practices of the time. Greece’s 19 UNESCO World Heritage sites are the archaeological zones containing the remains of these great civilizations.
Ancient and Historic Sites
Come and discover Greece’s ancient and historic sites on a captivating journey through millennia of human civilization. Beyond the classical era, take time to explore the Byzantine monasteries like those in Meteora and the medieval city of Mystras. Greece is one of the few places in the world that has truly been a cradle of civilization.
Mythology
From the mighty Zeus, ruler of the gods, to the wise Athena and the tragic heroism of figures like Achilles and Odysseus, Greek myths delve into the human experience with unparalleled depth. The epic poems of Homer, the tragedies of playwrights like Aeschylus and Sophocles, and the philosophical musings and poetry of Hesiod add an even greater layered richness to Greek mythology.
