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Greece has always been a firm favourite as a touristic destination, and as one of the most important cities in world history its capital, Athens, attracts a diverse range of visitors. Some come specifically to immerse themselves in the myths and legends of Ancient Greece, while some are just stopping off before heading out to party on the islands. But more and more people are showing up simply because the word is out that this is a pretty cool city.

The city of Athens is the capital of Greece and one of the world’s oldest cities with evidence of there having been human settlement there as far back as 3000BC. As a powerful city-state, we can thank Athens not only for the birth of democracy but also for the crucial part it played in critical advancements in the arts and sciences. In spite of the city’s enormous influence as the site from which Western civilization emerged, it is probably best known for its founding of the Olympic Games. The Ancient Olympics were first held in Olympia in 776BC in honour of the God Zeus and took place every four years. What we now refer to as the Modern Olympics were first held in Athens in 1896.