5/16
Today we woke bright and early to see the rest of the ancient ruins. After our simple, but satisfactory breakfast of coffee and toast, we enjoyed walking through Zeus temple and Hadrian's library. I find that Athens has many of the same archaeological difficulties as Rome, A modern city, built upon the ancient city remains, there were a number of recent building built upon parts of the ruin. I imagine this is the case for a number of other buildings as well. It has been especially interesting comparing Athens to the cities in Australia and New Zealand. Really a small village that has exploded in every direction. Athen lacks the features of a structured city, so it is very easy to lose yourself in the winding and narrow street. I find the people and the little neighborhoods very welcoming, although it times it is congested since the metropolitan area has around 5 million people. I was very happy to have the chance to meet the local people and venture off the beaten path. The tourist areas are a bit draining and frankly, just so very touristy.
We headed to Delphi in the afternoon and are enjoying some locally produced dark red wine now. The bus ride was gorgeous, complete with rolling countryside, snow capped mountains, and coastline. Our hotel is very well kept, right in the middle of Delphi. We can see our next destination from Delphia, Galaxidi!
Today we woke bright and early to see the rest of the ancient ruins. After our simple, but satisfactory breakfast of coffee and toast, we enjoyed walking through Zeus temple and Hadrian's library. I find that Athens has many of the same archaeological difficulties as Rome, A modern city, built upon the ancient city remains, there were a number of recent building built upon parts of the ruin. I imagine this is the case for a number of other buildings as well. It has been especially interesting comparing Athens to the cities in Australia and New Zealand. Really a small village that has exploded in every direction. Athen lacks the features of a structured city, so it is very easy to lose yourself in the winding and narrow street. I find the people and the little neighborhoods very welcoming, although it times it is congested since the metropolitan area has around 5 million people. I was very happy to have the chance to meet the local people and venture off the beaten path. The tourist areas are a bit draining and frankly, just so very touristy.
We headed to Delphi in the afternoon and are enjoying some locally produced dark red wine now. The bus ride was gorgeous, complete with rolling countryside, snow capped mountains, and coastline. Our hotel is very well kept, right in the middle of Delphi. We can see our next destination from Delphia, Galaxidi!
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