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Explore ancient Athens and its mighty Acropolis, discover priceless treasures at Thessaloniki's Archaeological Museum, relax in the unspoilt wilderness of Olympos National Parks or spy spectacular scenery at Vikos Gorge: everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Greece, Athens and the Mainland with this indispensable travel guide. Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Greece, Athens and the Mainland: - Over 20 colour maps, plus a large-scale pull-out map of Athens, help you navigate with ease - Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need - Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Athens and the Mainland, designed for every interest and budget - Illustrations and floorplans detail icons such as the world-famous Pantheon, Ancient Corinth, the fortified palace complex of Mycenae and more - Colour photographs of Greece's ancient sights, historic cities, picturesque towns and villages, incredible architecture, beautiful beaches and more - Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience: learn about the country's fascinating history, welcoming culture, beautiful landscape, ancient wonders, traditional and religious festivals, delicious cuisine and more - Experience the culture with features on Byzantine architecture; gods, goddesses and heroes; the Trojan War; Greek writers and philosophers; temple architecture; vases and vase painting; and more - Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Athens, the Peloponnese, central and western Greece, and northern Greece - Essential travel tips: our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful phrases, and visa and health information