Athens,
Cradle of Civilization
Athens, the capital of Greece, is a city where past and present coexist in a unique setting, under the intense light of the Mediterranean. With a mild climate in winter and warm in summer, it invites you to explore its streets, squares, and hills in any season. The ancient cradle of democracy and philosophy, Athens dazzles with its Acropolis and the imposing Parthenon, the Ancient Agora, the Theater of Dionysus, and the treasures of the National Archaeological Museum. But Athens is also a modern and vibrant city, with lively neighborhoods like Plaka, Monastiraki, and Psiri, where history, urban art, Hellenistic flavors, and live music blend. Its classical spirit and contemporary dynamism make Athens an unforgettable destination, beating to the rhythm of its centuries-old history.
Past View Athens
Discover the past of the Acropolis of Athens
With a history spanning thousands of years, Athens is the cradle of Western civilization. Its cultural and artistic appeal makes it a must-see. A powerful city-state, it was the political and philosophical epicenter of the Classical Mediterranean, and the Acropolis was the most sacred place in ancient Athens.
With Past View Athens, tourists have the unique opportunity to travel hundreds of years back in time to the most splendid period of the Athenian capital. You’ll enter through the majestic Propylaea Gate, enjoy the original splendor of the Acropolis, see the Parthenon or the Erection and its Caryatids as the Athenians of Classical Greece saw them, and even meet firsthand figures such as the Parthenon priestess, a hoplite, and Plato himself.
Travel to the past of Classical Greece
Past View Athens covers the entire Acropolis of Athens. It covers both the period of Classical Greece and the time under the rule of the Roman Empire. Throughout the tour, you’ll travel back in time to discover what the Propylaea Gate, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, and the Parthenon looked like in the Classical period, both inside and out, where you’ll see the spectacular sculpture of Athena Parthenos. You’ll also discover the original appearance of the Roman Odeon and the Theater of Dionysus. You’ll not only see buildings and monuments, but also learn about the daily life of those Athenians through the eyes of a venerable elder, a priestess, a playwright, and Plato himself.
But the experience doesn’t end there. The video guide will reveal the history of the Acropolis, its mythological origins, the history of Athens, and its most important and popular tourist attractions today. In addition, thanks to motion sensors, Augmented Reality, and computer graphics, you’ll be able to see the spectacular bronze statue of Athena Promachos, approximately 15 meters high, made by Phidias.
