The Temple of Olympian Zeus (Greek: Ναός του Ολυμπίου Διός, Naós tou Olympíou Diós), also known as the Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus, is a former colossal temple at the center of the Greek capital Athens. It was dedicated to "Olympian" Zeus, a name originating from his position as head of the Olympian gods. Construction began in the 6th century BC during the rule of the Athenian tyrants, who envisaged building the greatest temple in the ancient world, but it was not completed until the reign of the Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD, some 638 years after the project had begun.
The most amazing feeling when you arrive to Greece, is that you will feel like home. People are so sociable and cheerful and will do their best to satisfy you. So if you want to make some new friends, Greece and Athens is the right place for you. In Athens there are constantly things to explore, and you’ll always find something new and exciting every single day, no matter the length of your stay. A stretch of coast that has many private and public beaches. So, if you are unable to visit the islands, there are plenty of beaches that you can explore close to the city what you will like in Athens is the mixture of the modern way of life set in ancient surroundings. Cozy small cafes and fa...