For the Greeks, the idea was a fluid one—a literal place and a civic ideal that allowed for democracy to flourish.

There’s nowhere quite like Athens. The mix of ancient ruins and modern city life is pretty surreal, and the juxtaposition of a 2500-year-old temple with a corner restaurant serving authentic local ...

One of Europe's oldest cities is an incredible, ancient city in Greece that offers plenty of historical sites comparable to ...

Travel is often about experiencing new places, cultures and histories. But some destinations take you deeper into history ...

Explore the 10 oldest cities in Europe, where ancient legacies endure and history continues to shape the present.

Stylish European city or sunny Mediterranean beach? No need to choose if you head to Athens because, just 60 minutes from the ancient ruins and modern buzz of the Greek capital is the beautifully ...