Erianna

Chill/planning day… And as I chilled, I became curious of how many wonders of the world belonged to Greece and its sphere of influence. Well, a lot, more than half of them. Was also wondering how come Meteora monasteries did not make it to the list?!?!?

Benaki Museum, Mars Hill (Areopagus Hill).

Piraeus – Hellenic Maritime museum. Cute little museum near marina at Piraeus with ship models from about 15 AD onwards. I wish there was more about ancient Greek vessels especially in light of Athens’ naval dominance in 4-5BC. Alas, there was only a small exhibit about the naval Battle of Salamis which took place in

The Kerameikos Archeological site and museum in the morning. The site had the Dyplon Gate, where the old wall was built by Themistocles. Panathenic processions used to start there and led to the Ancient Agora of Acropolis.  Then went to the Acropolis of Anthem in the evening for the views of Parthenon, Temple of Athena

Hydra Island. It. Was. A. Perfect. Day.  I would not detract or add anything to it. The water was breathtakingly blue and turquoise. The food in Marina Tavern was heavenly delicious. The breeze was offsetting the heat in the middle of the day. The charm of the Greek island was spellbinding. 

Hadrian’s Library. Roman Agora. Edem beach.