Because of the upheavals, demonstrations and riots that have been happening in Greece in the past years, especially in 2010 and the first half of 2011, governments have issued travel precautions and warnings to their citizens when travelling to Greece. This ancient country is experiencing a number of challenging problems of late. Though this is true, Greece is still a viable travel destination.
If you plan to travel to Greece this year, before you even begin to research on accommodations, transportation and tourist attractions, find out if your country has a travel advisory on Greece. You can always check the US State Department website or the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for advice.
Remember that terrorist attacks, riots, demonstrations and even crime happen anywhere in the world. When travelling to Greece or any other country, you should exercise extreme caution and frequently monitor developments in that country that will affect your safety.
With that said, why should you travel to Greece? Because Greece is the birthplace of not only democracy but also of the world’s modern western culture. If you are interested in history, architecture and art, Greece is the place to be. Some places you should visit are:
The Palace of Knossos in Crete is where Theseus supposedly slew the Minotaur, a half bull and half man creature, to save young Athenians from sure death.
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Olympia is the site of the first Olympic games in 776 B.C. The Temple of Zeus once stood proud in this historic location.
The island of Santorini is simply breath-taking with its white-washed buildings and tragic history. The earlier settlements of Santorini were decimated by a volcanic eruption more than 5,000 years ago. Today, Santorini is alive and a popular tourist destination in Greece.
Mt. Parnassus hosts Delphi, where it is said that the oracle of Delphi lived. See the ruins of the place once frequented by kings and important men to seek advice.
Athens is where the ruins of the Parthenon and the Erchthion still stand. While in Athens, explore the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Greek Agora, Hadrian’s Arch, and Lykavittos Hill. A visit to the Archeological Museum is a must.
These are just some of the places to visit in Greece. Immerse yourself in Greek culture and tradition while there. Enjoy the food and the warm hospitality of its people. Greece may be experiencing many challenges at the moment but this should not stop visitors from travelling to Greece. Threats and untoward incidents can happen anywhere in the world. Just remember to follow your government’s advice and that of the local authorities when travelling anywhere in the world.
There are many people from Greece that are online and would love to share their experience with their country. You can do a people search and find those people easily.