Hey everyone!!

V here with yet again another installment.. how lucky for you all!
This installment involves a selection of pictures from a day that I will hold very high on the list as one of the most exclusive and special days that I've ever had.. even though I suffered a slight bout of heat stroke, it was so worth it I can't even begin to say..

Ladies, and Gentlemen, I give you.. the Acropolis!!!!!!!


On the walk up the hill, this is one of the two theaters at the foot of the acropolis. This one has been reconstructed, and looks fantastic! As you can see, the stage in it is brand new, and they apparently hold special concerts here during the summer.. we may even get to go to one..




This photo quite naturally needs no explanation.. the Parthenon. Unfortunately, there was lots of scaffolding, which marred the entire sight of it, but its all for the better, and I'm very happy to see that they are restoring it all to withstand another 1000 years hopefully :) Quite awe-inspiring..






Here is a shot of the esteemed "Theatre of Dionysus". For some that have heard me rant about this one during high scool days, forgive me for going through it again, but this theatre was proclaimed to be sonically and acoustically almost perfect when it was in prestine condition way back when.. it is estimated to be able to hold up to 16,000 people. Only 20 isles exist of what was once over 60.. leave it to the Greeks!


This is a shot of some of the slabs that once stood high atop the Parthenon and lined the roof. They were placed into a museum so that they could be better contained and protected. These slabs portray a sequence of events ranging from wars to parades, etc.





This is a photo of the Temple of Ericthaeon. The special feature of this temple is the addition of the porch that protrudes from the back of it, where the ceiling is held up by 5 sculptures of greek maidens. These sculptures were replaces with newer ones, and the originals can be located in the museum for preservation.. Also, if you anyone is wondering how I know all this, please thank my grade 11 greek mythologies teacher.. moving on!




This is a refurbished Stoa located in the ancient agora, just north west of the acropolis. It gives a good idea of just how large these buildings were way back when. Although all of the columns were rebuilt and replaced, its still quite a sight when up close.





And lastly, (even though it was taken firstly) this is the remains of the Temple of the Olympian Zeus.. located not exactly on the acropolis naturally, since you can see the acropolis in the background..






One thing that I love I think the most about being in Europe are the endless allies and streets.. I found this one quite peaceful and beautiful for some reason, and had to snap this shot..









And there you have it.. (it being not a dent in the 120 photos taken on the day) It's been amazing being here in Athens and I am quite looking forward to going on the island and getting my behind back in the sun where it belongs..

Will post again soon, but hopefully not too soon, as we're having a great time and always looking forward to the next day. Take care everyone and enjoy the pics!

xoxox V