Even before stepping on Grecian soil, I have already stereotypically associated Greece with rubble, with gladiator chariots and armour and stoic ancient ruins that have stood an architect's nightmare test of time... and I am almost right.
This post is an ode to the initial intention of Numbnymph@blogspot, more photos for memories and less words.
150 m above sea level, the Acropolis (high city) in Athens is indisputably the essential 'high'light and must-see when in Athens.
The temple of Hephaistos - the best preserved of it's kind.
Nature staking her claim to beautify in her own colours and desire.
The Acropolis and it's ongoing restoration program from the view of Hephaistos
And the rest of Athens.
The Propylaea - oxidation and breakage of the marble demanded the need for a restoration project.
Amidst the redevelopment project, there are still many facades and intricate details that remain unchanged and undestroyed through time and uncertainty. The marble steps, though typically regarded as any old insignificant part of a building, ironically remains the most undefiled by weather and age.
The Erechtheum - Once the resting homes for Kings and playground of ancient deities, today the comfortable resting rock for dogs.
A shield from the Spartan days. What those skimpily dressed beefcakes in 300 were carrying back in those days to the battlefield.. G loans a fist to put size and weight into perspective.
Then of course there is Athens in the common streets.
It appears only the historical buildings can stand the test of time. The others, just errode with.
Which religion do you prefer - God or Shopping?!
And of course you never truly experience Greece till you had a Soulvaki.
This man has humbly served Soulvakis to all kinds of Royalty, Celebraties and the common folk in his lifetime. The numerous photos taken and hung around the shop stands testimont to his popular chicken and pork soulvakis. At less then 2 Euros each, why won't they be?!
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