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What spots do Greek mythology buffs need to visit?

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I adore Greek mythology and I would love to visit some key spots where I can experience mythology up close. Are there any places you recommend??
 
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Some of the big places to visit in Greece if you love Greek mythology include:

- Athens (Acropolis and Parthenon)
- Delphi
- Crete (Knossos Palace)

These are few mythology related places that I can think of to visit in Greece, I am sure there are many others, but this is a start!
 
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My Suggestions:

- Knossos Palace - Also be sure to visit the Minotaur's Labyrinth while there.
- Temple of Poseidon - Cape Sounion - easy day trip from Athens, but go at sunset
- Santorini - one theory is that this is the mythological island of Atlantis
- Mount Olympus - yes it's real, and you can hike to the top!
 
Greece is the land of the gods! Literally! There are temples and statues to Greek mythology almost everywhere. Athens is great to start with because you can just walk the streets of Athens and see temples to Zeus, Athena, Poseiden, etc. Of course, visit the museums in Athens for more statues. The best two are the Acropolis Museum and the National Archaeological Museum. Then outside of Athens, the temple of Poseidon at Sounio is great and Delphi where the oracle resided. Some islands of interest are Naxos with a temple to Apollo and Delos island is replete with ancient temples to the gods.
 
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Vangelis said:
Greece is the land of the gods! Literally! There are temples and statues to Greek mythology almost everywhere. Athens is great to start with because you can just walk the streets of Athens and see temples to Zeus, Athena, Poseiden, etc. Of course, visit the museums in Athens for more statues. The best two are the Acropolis Museum and the National Archaeological Museum. Then outside of Athens, the temple of Poseidon at Sounio is great and Delphi where the oracle resided. Some islands of interest are Naxos with a temple to Apollo and Delos island is replete with ancient temples to the gods.
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Oh gosh I forgot about Sounio! Thats one of my favorite places in all of Greece, I should really check it out again thanks for reminding me! I had gone to a wedding at Grecotel and I was shocked at how beautiful the area was (and the hotel)
 
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