Philosophy and Democracy tour of Athens
Philosophy and Democracy tour of Athens
Philosophy and Democracy tour of Athens
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Highlights
This is not the usual "touristy" tour but rather a philosophical walk, in between the landmarks of Athens! In this tour, we will:
a. See many of the most important landmarks of ancient Athens
b. Have an overview of the city’s ancient history and discuss about its greatest achievements such as Philosophy, Democracy, Sciences, Arts etc.
c. Examine some of the ancient philosophical theories under a new light due to surprising latest scientific discoveries
d. Discuss the ancient Democracy compared to the modern
e. Give you tips for sightseeings, museums, activities, food, night life and anything you want to know!
Itinerary
Kerameikos Archaeological Site
15 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThis is a place relatively unknown to tourists even though it is one of the most important landmarks. Kerameikos means “ceramic”. It was called like that because there were many ceramic workshops here. It was also the cemetery of Athens for many centuries. In this place many prominent Athenians whose name are famous, were buried here! This is also where Pericles pronounced his famous “Epitaph” speech for the first casualties of the Peloponnesian war where he praises the virtues of Democracy and the ways of the Athenians.Monastiraki Flea Market
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWe take an easy pace walk through the Flea market of AthensHadrian's Library
15 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedHadrian's Library was created by Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 132 on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens.Roman Agora
15 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThe Roman Agora at Athens is located to the north of the Acropolis and to the east of the Ancient Agora.Tower of the Winds
5 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThe octagonal building called the Tower of the Winds was made by the astronomer Andronicus of Kyrristos, in the 1st century BC and served both as wind indicator but also a clock, so it was the “Big Ben” of Athens and also the meteorological station of the city. The clock was solar but in cloudy days there was also a hydraulic mechanism that produced a sound every hour! It’s considered the first meteo station.Plaka(Đi ngang qua)
Admission Ticket FreePlaka is a scenic neighborhood of Athens with small houses and narrow streets.Ancient Agora of Athens
20 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThis place was the heart of the city of Athens. Philosophers like Socrates, Plato, politicians like Solon, Themistocles, Pericles, Thoucidides,Sofoklis, Aristofanis,that consisted the “Dream Team” of Athens, prominent Athenians and simple citizens walked here and had discussions and debates for all matters.Prison of Socrates
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAt this spot we pay a tribute to a great philosopher!Pnyx
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreePnyx Hill is considered the "cradle of democracy" since it was the first place in the world that people took decisions for their future. The place offers great views to Acropolis and Athens.Acropolis(Đi ngang qua)
Admission Ticket FreeGreece's greatest monument is now yours to visit and admire
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