In Antiquity, before being taken over by Christians in the 5th/6th centuries, it was probably a site dedicated to goddess Aphrodite. But, the site has a far longer history as a cult center. 1100 as this is the date of construction of the surviving church. It is believed that the monastery was established in Byzantine times in ca. Mount Ymettos is a long, narrow mountain of 20 km total length while its highest peak reaches 1,026 m.Ħ.4 Km (4.0 miles) away from Syntagma square If you carry your supplies you can enjoy a picnic at nature. This is an ideal place to enjoy a day away from the busy center of Athens. Locals enjoy playing games together at makeshift tables and often they don't mind if you want to join them. There are many beautiful areas to relax in the shade and get some respite from the busy city of Athens, ideal for walking or running and children play.
They have a collection of plants and trees from all over the world and plenty of water features which add coolness in the heat, a small zoo, duck ponds, resident cats, a Botanical Museum, a playground and lots of wide-open space for children to play in.įor children who love books, the gardens are also home to a Children's Library. The gardens used to be called the Royal Gardens because they were the gardens of the king and the locals are very proud of this lovely green space in a city which doesn't actually have many parks. Picnicking with the children at the National Gardens on a Saturday has become a common pastime for local Athenian families and is a great way to spend a sunny summer's day when the days are long.
Located just behind the Greek parliament building, next to Syntagma Square, just few minutes walk from the Athens flat.
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