Greece '16

Athens

The capital and largest city of Greece, Athens is a place filled with history and heritage. Often referred to as the cradle of Western civilization and the birthplace of democracy, Athens is a lively and important metropolis in Greece. Athens is well-known throughout the world for its historical monuments, places such as the the Acropolis and the temple ruins of Parthenon, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, among many others.

The Old Royal Palace (Parliament Building) it is famous not only by its political symbolism but also by the traditional changing of the guards.

I end up visiting Greece right in the middle of their financial crises, so I got to follow some of their passionate citizens voting during the Greek bailout referendum, a plebiscite to decide whether Greece was to accept the bailout conditions imposed by the other European Union countries or to leave the group.

The National Archaeological Museum of Athens is the largest archaeological museum in Greece and one of the most important museums in the world devoted to ancient Greek art.

The Acropolis, so called the "Sacred Rock" of Athens, is the most important site of the city and constitutes one of the most recognizable monuments of the world.

Sunset at Areopagus Hill.

The modern and stunning Acropolis Museum and its beautiful view.

Temple of Olympian Zeus and Arch of Hadrian.

Goinng up on Mount Lycabettus.

The streets of Plaka and its wonderful textures and colors.

Mykonos

The most popular Greek Island in the Aegean Sea is full of life during Summer season. Famous for its nightlife, the island also offers great beaches, bars and restaurants. Mykonos was probably one of the prettiest places I had yet the pleasure to visit.

The view from the stunning lodging we stayed.