Driopon 20 , Athens, 11852, Greece
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Driopon Apartment Holiday Apartments in Athens
Acropolis Parthenon
The imperious pillars of the Parthenon have overlooked Athens for centuries. There's a grace and power inherent in their design that seems to hint at the centuries they have seen pass below them. Marble panels known as metopes tell songs in stone of the battles between men and monsters, the victories of gods over giants. The scale and spectacle of this iconic landmark is definitely a fitting home for such epic and enduring tales.
Nearby Attractions
Acropolis Museum
Don't miss this. The Acropolis' artefacts were vacuumed up and magically strewn into place inside this heavenly museum. Among its treasures - balustrades from the Temple of Athena Nike, the original Caryatids from the Parthenon and remains from the Hekatompedon (the earliest Parthenon). There's also a glass floor that shows the excavated homes of ancient Athenians.
Temple of Hephaestus
The Parthenon might get a lot of the sightseers, but for a true taste of the glory of ancient Greece head to the Temple of Hephaestus. Amazingly well-preserved considering it's well over 2,000 years old, standing back and admiring its perfectly-proportioned architecture is an almost overwhelming experience. You’ll get a sense of the true scale and skills of master craftsmen and a new appreciation of how the ancient Greeks shaped the modern world.
Erechtheion
While the Parthenon impresses with its solid and stately strength, the Erechtheion’s architecture is far more subtle - and to call it feminine is actually rather appropriate. The most sacred area of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion’s design has a certain delicate elegance, personified by the famous caryatids. Acting as supports for the porch roof, these six statues of women aren't just arresting pieces of Greek artwork, but a beautiful reminder of the culture and religions of ancient times.
Ancient Agora of Athens
Where did Aristotle buy his olives? Our best guess is the Ancient Agora. This site was once the commercial and political heart of Athens. The reconstructed Stoa of Attalos houses the Ancient Agora museum where you can see what the Agora looked like. The shaded colonnades once echoed booming market vendors and orators sprouting their philosophies.
Panathenaic Stadium
Rebuilt to house the 1896 Olympics, this stadium saw the dawn of modern-day athletics. The Panathenaic Games were held here from 566 BC onwards, with pentathlon, wrestling, and even chariot racing included in the contests. Our bonus tip is to climb to the top of the stadium for a perfect snapshot of the Temple of Zeus and the Acropolis.
The
apartments
are
located
at
a
classic
Athens
neighborhood
with
lots
of
things
to
do
in
the
real
Athens
Centre,
but
at
the
same
time
very
quiet.
Surrounded
by
little
taverns,
coffee
shops
,bars
and
restaurants.
There
is
a
plaza
nearby
with
a
lively
nightlife.
The
food
and
drinks
will
satisfy
you
completely
as
well
as
their
prices.
There
are
also
many
small
shops
for
snack
food,
super
markets
and pharmacies nearby.
THISSION,
MONASTIRAKI,
GAZI
Areas
and
finally
ACROPOLIS
Area
and
Museum,
one
of
the
most
impressive cultural heritage sites worldwide, are within walking distance.
Driopon Apartment
Driopon 20
Athens, 11852, Greece
The
apartments
are
located
at
a
classic
Athens
neighborhood
with
lots
of
things
to
do
in
the
real
Athens
Centre,
but
at
the
same
time
very
quiet.
Surrounded
by
little
taverns,
coffee
shops
,bars
and
restaurants.
There
is
a
plaza
nearby
with
a
lively
nightlife.
The
food
and
drinks
will
satisfy
you
completely
as
well
as
their
prices.
There
are
also
many
small
shops
for
snack
food,
super
markets
and
pharmacies nearby.
THISSION,
MONASTIRAKI,
GAZI
Areas
and
finally
ACROPOLIS
Area
and
Museum,
one
of
the
most
impressive
cultural
heritage
sites
worldwide,
are
within walking distance.
Acropolis Parthenon
The imperious pillars of the Parthenon have overlooked Athens for centuries. There's a grace and power inherent in their design that seems to hint at the centuries they have seen pass below them. Marble panels known as metopes tell songs in stone of the battles between men and monsters, the victories of gods over giants. The scale and spectacle of this iconic landmark is definitely a fitting home for such epic and enduring tales.
Acropolis Museum
Don't miss this. The Acropolis' artefacts were vacuumed up and magically strewn into place inside this heavenly museum. Among its treasures - balustrades from the Temple of Athena Nike, the original Caryatids from the Parthenon and remains from the Hekatompedon (the earliest Parthenon). There's also a glass floor that shows the excavated homes of ancient Athenians.
Temple of Hephaestus
The Parthenon might get a lot of the sightseers, but for a true taste of the glory of ancient Greece head to the Temple of Hephaestus. Amazingly well-preserved considering it's well over 2,000 years old, standing back and admiring its perfectly-proportioned architecture is an almost overwhelming experience. You’ll get a sense of the true scale and skills of master craftsmen and a new appreciation of how the ancient Greeks shaped the modern world.
Erechtheion
While the Parthenon impresses with its solid and stately strength, the Erechtheion’s architecture is far more subtle - and to call it feminine is actually rather appropriate. The most sacred area of the Acropolis, the Erechtheion’s design has a certain delicate elegance, personified by the famous caryatids. Acting as supports for the porch roof, these six statues of women aren't just arresting pieces of Greek artwork, but a beautiful reminder of the culture and religions of ancient times.
Ancient Agora of Athens
Where did Aristotle buy his olives? Our best guess is the Ancient Agora. This site was once the commercial and political heart of Athens. The reconstructed Stoa of Attalos houses the Ancient Agora museum where you can see what the Agora looked like. The shaded colonnades once echoed booming market vendors and orators sprouting their philosophies.
Panathenaic Stadium
Rebuilt to house the 1896 Olympics, this stadium saw the dawn of modern-day athletics. The Panathenaic Games were held here from 566 BC onwards, with pentathlon, wrestling, and even chariot racing included in the contests. Our bonus tip is to climb to the top of the stadium for a perfect snapshot of the Temple of Zeus and the Acropolis.
Nearby Attractions
