About Athens
Considered the birthplace of Western Civilization, Athens' 3,500 year history is alive today in politics, culture, and philosophy.
Athens is the capital and largest city of Greece, and is one of the world's oldest cities, with its recorded history spanning around 3,400 years and the earliest human presence around 11th–7th millennium BC,. The National Garden of Athens was completed in 1840 and is a green refuge in the centre of the Greek capital.
Athens' largest zoo is the Attica Zoological Park, a private zoo located in the suburb of Spata. The zoo is home to around 2000 animals representing 400 species, and is open 365 days a year.
The city is a world centre of archaeological research. Apart from national institutions there are several archaeological Museums, including the National Archaeological Museum.
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Twin Circle Athens
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Set in Athens, 600 metres from National Theatre of Greece and 1.5 km from the centre, Twin Circle Athens offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a terrace. All rooms include a patio with garden views.
At the aparthotel, units are equipped with a outdoor furniture, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the aparthotel, all units are soundproof.
A bar can be found on-site.
Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include National Archaeological Museum of Athens, Larissis Railway Station and Omonia Square. Eleftherios Venizelos Airport is 29 km from the property. Read more...
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Attractions in Athens
- Acropolis, Athens
- Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Athens
- Acropolis Museum, Athens
- Ancient Agora, Athens
- Benaki Museum, Athens
- Byzantine & Christian Museum, Athens
- Erechtheion, Athens
- Foundation of the Hellenic World, Athens
- Museum of Greek Folk Art, Athens
- Hadrian's Arch, Athens
- Hill of the Nymphs, Athens
- Historic Center, Athens
- Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum, Athens
- Jewish Museum of Greece, Athens
- Kanellopoulos Museum, Athens


