Greece has several ancient landmarks that are breathtakingly beautiful to visit. These landmarks combine history, beauty and amazing architecture that have stood the test of time. Furthermore, many holidaymakers also enjoy the accompanying scenery that makes Greece one of the most beautiful places in the world to visit. As a result, many holidaymakers from round the world make the trek to Greece every year to enjoy marvelling at these beautiful places. Here are a few landmarks that would make any Greek holiday memorable.
The Dionysos Theatre is located in Athens. It is close to the base of Acropolis Hill. Visitors will enjoy walking through the ruins that once housed a beautiful stage area made out of marble. This stage area was made famous when such famous ancient Greek plays as Oedipus the King, Electra, Philoctetes, and Ajax were performed. If you come here, do not forget to also have look round the beautiful landscape that surrounds this historical landmark. Its pristine beauty will amaze you.
Greece holidays are even more special if you get to visit the Parthenon. The Parthenon was an ancient Greek temple that paid homage to the goddess Athena. It was built during the time when Pericles was in charge of Athens. It is located in Athens high atop the Acropolis. Visitors will especially enjoy marvelling at the Parthenon's 46 Doric-style columns that grace the structure. Visitors might also enjoy exploring how this ancient treasure was constructed because there are several remnants of the original foundation and pillars still in place. Finally, do not forget to also have a look at some of the friezes that still exist near the structure. They were decorative bands that featured miniature sculptures that depicted everyday events in ancient Athens.
Finally, another ancient Greek landmark that is fun to visit is the Circus Maximus. It is located in Rome in between the Aventine and Palatine Hills. It was one of the largest stadiums ever built. In ancient times, the Circus Maximus hosted major chariot races and important social gatherings. It could easily hold over 500,000 people for special occasions. Nowadays, it serves as one of Rome's major gathering places for concerts, festivals and other outdoor events.
Cornelius Marsh is an independent travel writer who loves exploring the world. At the moment he can't get enough of the Mediterranean. Based in London he is never happier than on Greek Islands holidays. He is attempting to visit every one of the Greek Islands.
