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I love this city!!! My favorite parts were admiring all of the architecture and the history :) share any pics you have, I would love to see where you all went on your trip

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The best photo I took in Athens a few years ago was taken in Monastiraki:

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This is from a beach in Attica just outside of the city, I don't remember what its called but it was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city :) Best part of Athens is that its close to so many great beaches

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WOW these are amazing photos, thanks so much for sharing!!! ????
 
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This is from a beach in Attica just outside of the city, I don't remember what its called but it was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city :) Best part of Athens is that its close to so many great beaches

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We used to hang out at Varkiza beach, our friends who had a very big Water Sports business (we had the VW Classic Van parked permanently there.....(Used to sleep in too)....Astir Beach is one of my favourite!♥️
 
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My favorite part of Athens is the Plaka!

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Nice image,a lot different from the late 60s and 70s.... there used to be many open air Discos!
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They should bring them back!
 
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They should bring them back!
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Thanks, this made me laugh as I remember Santana's music in one Disco and suddenly Led Zeppelin in another and Credence Clear Water Revival in the distance.... didn't know which to dance to!?????.... Kalley Mera.
 
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Thanks, this made me laugh as I remember Santana's music in one Disco and suddenly Led Zeppelin in another and Credence Clear Water Revival in the distance.... didn't know which to dance to!?????.... Kalley Mera.
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Ahahah it would be Led Zeppelin for me :)
 
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