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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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We will stop to see it, and talk about its role in local history
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2
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 -
3
Visit the mansion and see the architecture and operation of each part of it. Alms are welcomed
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4
Its story and architecture
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The role of the monastery in Ottoman years and the architecture of the main church
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The Byzantine architecture, the interior of the church, secret stories about famous byzantine personalities, the role of women in Byzantium, an iconic item
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The story of the monument
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
The story of the place in Ottoman Athens, animals, and olive trees in the yard. The olive tree of Plato. This site needs transport with metro and walking
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
The story, the architecture and a special link to a personality discussed in the tour
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
The story, the architecture, the wall paintings, and the frescoes of the church
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
The medieval architecture, special wall paintings at the interior, the church's role in the Greek Revolution.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12
The church's role in the Greek Revolution. The cell of a famous writer, and the greek-ottoman culture
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13
The story of a lost neighborhood, its culture
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14
Visit the baths and If there is one, see an exhibition sheltered inside.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
15
The Byzantine Architecture, the special icons and wall paintings at the interior, the link of the church with the Orthodox Tradition
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16
See it and discuss it as a place of torture. No entrance unless asked
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
17
Its masonry and the church's important story in Byzantine times
15 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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