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It is a comprehensive visit to Plaka offering a guided tour to important monuments and landmarks related to the Byzantine and Ottoman periods of Athens, both of which gave Athens its modern identity.
We visit Byzantine Churches and historical landmarks on the streets of Athens . We see and speak about frescoes and icons. There is an option that we visit a monastery in the middle of the capital. There is an option to vist the Smyrna Refugees landmarks in Piraeus. In this case we visit less churches in Plaka.
The tour is suitable for people who like to walk and want to learn new cultures, or are accustomed to the Ottoman and Christian interaction. Τhe tour comprises entrance to relevant museums (no added cost)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will find me right beneath the arch, on the side of the Olympian Columns. I ll be cholding a blue A4 paper with your name on it
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
The story of the mosque
Admission ticket free -
1Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens
We will talk about the architecture, the story of the church, and the life and deeds of two martyrs. We will visit the heirloom
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Mansion Benizelou
Visit the mansion and see the architecture and operation of each part of it. Alms are welcomed
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Eye clinic of Athens
Its story and architecture
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Byzantine architecture, the interior of the church, secret stories about famous byzantine personalities, the role of women in Byzantium, an iconic item
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The story of the monument
Admission ticket free -
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The story, the architecture and a special link to a personality discussed in the tour
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Church of Kapnikarea
The story, the architecture, the wall paintings, and the frescoes of the church
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The medieval architecture, special wall paintings at the interior, the church's role in the Greek Revolution.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The church's role in the Greek Revolution. The cell of a famous writer, and the greek-ottoman culture
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The story of a lost neighborhood, its culture
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The importance of baths in art and history
Admission ticket free -
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The Byzantine Architecture, the special icons and wall paintings at the interior, the link of the church with the Orthodox Tradition
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Temple of Olympian Zeus
See it and discuss it as a place of torture. No entrance unless asked
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Its masonry and the church's important story in Byzantine times
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The most ancient street in Europe and its attractions
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13St. Marina Church
A secret baptistery
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We visit the museum of Karagiozis
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The life story of a hero and the craft of its statue
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The life story of the last Emperor of the Byzantine Empire
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recomended for people they dont usually walk
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recomended for people they dont usually walk
- Not recommended for travelers with hearing problems
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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