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If you're looking for old towns and beautiful architecture, there are a few standout places that you have to visit!! I love Thessaloniki old town because there is also great things to do all around the city and it is by the water. Chania old town is also great, and Crete is one of my favorite islands! Finally, I highly recommend going to Monemvasia, it is so beautiful and has amazing small shops with local artists and craftsmen.
 
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nm1999 said:
If you're looking for old towns and beautiful architecture, there are a few standout places that you have to visit!! I love Thessaloniki old town because there is also great things to do all around the city and it is by the water. Chania old town is also great, and Crete is one of my favorite islands! Finally, I highly recommend going to Monemvasia, it is so beautiful and has amazing small shops with local artists and craftsmen.
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Chania in Crete is my personal favorite, aside from the Plaka area in Athens. I truly haven't met an old town that I don't enjoy.
 
nm1999 said:
If you're looking for old towns and beautiful architecture, there are a few standout places that you have to visit!! I love Thessaloniki old town because there is also great things to do all around the city and it is by the water. Chania old town is also great, and Crete is one of my favorite islands! Finally, I highly recommend going to Monemvasia, it is so beautiful and has amazing small shops with local artists and craftsmen.
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I am a huge fan of Chania old town! It is one of my favorite "old towns" in Greece. I also enjoy Lindos on Rhodes, as well as the Plaka in Athens.
 
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I am a huge fan of Chania old town! It is one of my favorite "old towns" in Greece. I also enjoy Lindos on Rhodes, as well as the Plaka in Athens.
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Plaka is a beautiful place to visit galleries and shops! I always get the best gifts from there :)
 
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Plaka is a beautiful place to visit galleries and shops! I always get the best gifts from there :)
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Oh my gosh, me too. And I love shopping for jewelry there.
 
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