Attica, Athens. Attica

What, after all, should you spend your precious vacation time - buying a chocolate tan or exploring unknown places on our planet? That would be to combine business with pleasure! Such a vacation is quite real, and in Europe. In the center of civilization and technological progress, it was still possible to preserve cultural heritage distant ancestors - the beautiful coast of Attica, the peninsular territory of Greece.

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How to get there

It is easier to go to Attica from Athens, where regular international flights will take you from anywhere in the world. And then the acquaintance with the regions of this fertile part of the country can be continued with the help of a fairly comfortable system public transport: buses and ISAP (train).

In Athens, the suburban transport terminal is located at 100 Kiffissou Street. You can get there by bus no. 051, which departs from the stop at the intersection of Zinonos and Menandrou Streets (near Omonia Square). The bus runs every 15 minutes from 5 am to 11:30 pm.

In Attica, routes are operated by the KTEL Atticis company, which operates two bus stations:

• West Attica - near the Acropolis next to the Fiseos ISAP station,
• East Attica - on Egyptian Square (intersection of Alexandra Avenue and Patision Street, the nearest ISAP station "Victoria").

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Weather in Attica

It is best to go to Attica in August - October, when the sun no longer bakes, but gently warms, and the fruits are already ripe.

Beach resorts of Attica

So, the ticket is bought, the hotel is booked, you set foot on the ancient land trampled by the heroes of myths and legends, and we proceed to the first part of our plan: tanning, water procedures and languid idleness at the edge of the sea.

The ideal place for this is the so-called Athenian Riviera: Paleo Faliro, Glyfada, Kavouri, Vouliagmeni, Voula. And immediately the thought warms that you will lie down, smeared with aromatic oils, on the sands of the Apollo coast, the coast that includes these areas. Get used to the pretentious and slightly library dusty Greek names. Rest assured that in most cases, instead of the expected bare cliffs and austere huts, you will see luxury yacht clubs, well-maintained upscale beaches, expensive hotels and modern nightclubs that dot this part of Greece.

Vouliagmeni

Glyfada

A great place for a European holiday - Glyfada, 15 km from Athens, with a developed infrastructure, vibrant nightlife and golf courses.

Lagonissi

If you are relaxing with your family, it is better to settle in the small cozy resort town of Lagonissi on the coast Aegean... Calm atmosphere, sandy beach and walks through shady lemon groves compensate for the lack of vitamin D and serotonin (mood hormone).

Loutraki

To enhance the benefits of "Greek therapy" for tired travelers will help the Loutraki hydropathic establishments. Combination of mild climate, nature and healing power mineral waters from which you, like Aphrodite from the foam of the sea, will be born again, will give you the opportunity to restore strength and restore peace of mind. There are waters for every taste: chlorine, alkaline, radon; temperature - +30 ... + 32 ° С.

Loutraki Triathlon Cup Stage

Sounion

But those who are chasing the novelties of cosmetology should pay attention to the Sounion resort. Here you can spend a lot of time trying unusual healing and rejuvenating treatments using Greek herbs, flowers, minerals, sea salt and algae. Relax your body in the aquaelixir hydro-toning pool or relaxing jacuzzi.

Popular hotels in Attica

Maps of Attica

Kitchen

The cuisine of Greece is so varied and colorful that each of your dates will open up new flavor horizons for you. And with Greek wine, the receptors will become even more sensitive. On a hot afternoon, the drink “himos portokali” - fresh orange juice, loved by the Greeks - will help to cope with the feeling of thirst. The cost of a glass is 2-4 EUR. Prices on the page are for October 2018.

The best way to get acquainted with the mentality of local people is to spend an evening or two in a traditional tavern, where Greeks, open and welcoming people, spend their evenings lively, preferring noisy communication and dancing until the morning to TV and home gatherings.

Guides in Attica

Entertainment and attractions of Attica

After an intensive course of sunbathing and water procedures, having gained strength, you can proceed to the second part of the vacation program - immersion in the history of Greece. To study all the riddles and secrets hidden in the ruins and monuments of ancient architecture of this country, a lifetime is not enough - so great is the heritage ancient civilization inherited by the inhabitants of the sunny edge. But you can touch some of them, and literally.

Athens

Shopping is very developed in Athens. This pleasure will become dear in the Kolonaki area, economical and practical - on Ermou Street, where the best shops of Greek companies are located. In the shops of Metropoleos street you will find furs and jewelry. The shopping streets of Aeolou, Patision, Monastiraki and Afinas Street, famous for their markets and bazaars, will not miss their customers.

But antiques, souvenirs, handicrafts are waiting for their buyers in the area of ​​the old part of the city, on Plaka. At the same time, you can refresh yourself here by choosing one of the many Greek taverns near the Lysicrates memorial. To describe the atmosphere of this square, it is enough to imagine the Moscow Arbat or Parisian Montmartre. Distinctive features: a leisurely endless stream of tourists, national music coming from overcrowded cafes, antique tubs of olive trees displayed along the boulevards, an atmosphere of a relaxed holiday.

The night panorama of Athens sparkling with lights is a reward for those who reached the top of Lycabettus Hill, which is crowned by the white chapel of St. George. To save time and energy, it is better to use public transport by purchasing single ticket by bus or trolleybus, or by going down the metro.

The cost of a single ticket, which must be validated within 70 minutes from the date of purchase, is 1.4 EUR, a daily ticket costs 4.5 EUR, a 5-day ticket - 10 EUR. Trying to ride a hare is risky, the penalty for such a prank is too high - 60 times the cost of the ticket.

Daphni monastery

Having studied Athens, let's turn our inquisitive gaze to the suburban areas. 11 km from Athens is the Daphni Monastery - a monument of Byzantine religious architecture in Greece. Its history is unique. Created as a sanctuary for Apollo of Daphnia, the monastery welcomed Christian pilgrims into its arms, then was used as a fortress wall and finally became a psychiatric hospital. Now the restored monastery has the status of a monument. You can visit it daily from 08:30 to 15:00.

Temple of Poseidon

The second shining gem in the collection of Attica attractions is the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. The powerful giant, framed by slender columns, symbolizes the harmonious union of land and sea. Sailors and rulers of Greece made sacrifices to their patrons, believing in the connection between ordinary mortals and the inhabitants of Olympus.

Temple of Demeter

Another recommended place to visit is the Temple of Demeter at Eleusis. Mysterious rituals dedicated to the cult of the goddess Demeter and her daughter Persephone were performed here in ancient times. The museum can be visited daily from 08:30 to 15:00, except Mondays and holidays.

ATTICA

The ancient ("Attikn) region of Ancient Greece. Inhabited since the Neolithic. The spurs of Kyferon and Parnet divide Africa into small plains: the Athenian, Eleusinian, Mesogean, and Marathon plains, which are suitable for the village. In addition to the plain, terraced farming was widespread. In ancient times, the main agricultural crops of Armenia were grapes and olives. The yields of barley and wheat were not high, and there was not enough bread. Sheep and goats were raised on mountain pastures. Albania was rich in salt, marble, clay, and silver. In the mountains of Lavrion in southern Armenia.) Crafts were developed in Armenia (pottery, metalworking, and shipbuilding.) The rugged coastline of Armenia, its middle position in ancient Greece, and the need for grain imports contributed to the development of the sea trade of Armenia (harbors - Piraeus, Phaleron) By the 5th century BC, Armenia gradually became the most developed socio-economic, political, and cultural region (center - Athens) of ancient Greece. .-terr.units - nom.

Lit .: Kolobova K.M., Gluskina L.M., Essays on history Ancient Greece, L., 1958; Wrede W., Attika, Athen, 1934.

Attica of the time of Cleisthenes

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• Ancient Attica at the end of the 5th-4th centuries BC NS. Disposal of public land in the polis, Bulycheva E .. The book examines the problem of renting and selling public land in Attica in the 5th and 4th centuries. BC NS. The main source of study is epigraphic material. Based on ancient Greek ...

Attica is one of the historical regions of Greece with rich history, which is confirmed by many archaeological finds and historical monuments... A geographical position the region makes it one of the most attractive in terms of tourism and recreation.

Geographical position

Attica attracts not only with its history and natural attractions. This is the land where ancient legends and myths still live. The territory where Attica is located is located in the southeastern part of Greece and is washed on three sides by the waters of the Aegean gulfs: Saronicos from the south, Petalia - from the east, Notios Evvoikos - from the north-east. In the north, it borders on one of the regions of Central Greece - Boeotia, and in the west - on the Peloponnese. Attica also includes the islands of the Saronic Gulf. mostly mountainous, especially in the north, gradually decreasing to the south. Mountains Kiferon and Parnet, which are the natural border with Central Greece, stretch across the entire region with their spurs. They represent a rocky mountain range, only in the higher part, covered with a coniferous forest. The largest of the spurs of Parnet are Pentelikon and Gimette. The lower spurs of Kiferon, going to the south, are called Kerata, and the southeastern branch merges with Parnassus at an altitude of more than 1400 meters and forms mountainous area going to the sea. Mount Lavrius runs along the southern edge of this region, which ends at the southernmost point of the peninsula - Cape Sounion.

Plains and rivers

Valleys with rocky soil are located between the mountain ranges. There are three largest plains in Attica:

• The Athenian Plain is bounded in the north by Mount Parnet, in the northeast by the Pentelikon chain, and in the southeast by the Hymettus Mountains;
• The Triassic Plain, the flattest, extends northward to Kyferon and Parnet, and from the east the Spurs of Parnet separate it from the Athenian Valley;
• the valley between Hymettus and the chain of mountains in the east is the most hilly;
• off the coast, due to alluvial lands, wide flat strips were formed, of which the largest is the Marathon Plain, the other is located near the mouth of the Asop.

Attica is one of the driest regions in the country. There are no deep rivers here that could be used for irrigation. The most significant of them are:

• the largest river of Attica - Kefiss, which flows through the Athenian valley, it originates at the foot of Pentelikon and flows in the south-west direction, but most of the water volume goes to irrigate the arid plain;
• another river, Ilissus, flows out of the foothills of the Hymettus, but is soon lost in the sands.
• another stream, Enoe, flows through the Marathon Plain.

The shores of Attica are indented with many picturesque and convenient bays for navigation, which resulted in the development of navigation. Nowadays, these cozy coves and bays, thanks to the warm climate, are a favorite vacation spot for surfers and divers, and the coastline is filled with magnificent sandy beaches.

Climatic conditions

The mild subtropical climate of Attica is characterized by long dry summers and short wet winters. The average summer air temperature is 26-28 degrees, but in July and August the temperature can reach 38 degrees. Due to the low humidity, the heat is tolerated quite easily. The swimming season lasts from April to October. In winter, the air temperature is from five to ten degrees Celsius, but there is little rain. Such a temperate climate can be explained by the influence of air currents coming from Mediterranean Sea- in winter they blow and in summer - cool winds from the northeast. Doesn't happen here extreme heat and the winter cold of continental Europe.

Soil and natural resources

The Atticians did not allow grain to be grown here. Due to stony soils and a lack of moisture, the valleys were of little use for agriculture, but ancient authors wrote that although bread does not grow on this land, it will feed more people than if it grew here. This will happen due to the abundance of magnificent stone for the construction of temples and altars, as well as the presence of silver, available here by the will of the gods. And for ships, Attica is a land that has reliable docks where they can hide from bad weather.

Attica marble

The mountains of Attica consist of limestone and slate, as well as magnificent marble, the extraction of which began at the turn of the 3rd-2nd millennium BC. Ancient Greek temples, which were initially built from limestone, began to be erected from marble, which was mined at Pentelikon. The Parthenon was built from it. Pentelia marble is distinguished by its purest white color and fine grain. It also shines wonderfully in the sun, but turns yellow over time. In the construction of the Acropolis, Piraeus marble of dark colors was also used. In Attica, Eleusinian marble of almost black color, fine-grained Hymettian marble, was also mined. This material was highly valued and was exported from Greece to Ancient Rome, where it was used in architecture and sculpture. The reddish cliffs of the Lavrion Mountains contained mines rich in silver, and the Hymetta mountain range was a source of excellent honey.

Pottery and agriculture

The reddish clay of Attica was especially appreciated, it was good quality and easy to work with, so pottery was well developed. Amphoras were made from clay - large jugs with a narrow neck and handles, in which wine and olive oil were stored and transported. Clay was also used for the manufacture of tiles, pipes, barrels and many other household items.

Thanks to mild winters, dry summers and an abundance of sun on the plains of Attica, olive trees have always grown well and vineyards have been grown on the mountain slopes, therefore wine, olives, olive oil, figs have always been the main products of agriculture and were exported. In ancient times, Attic wool was very popular, and it is famous even now. Sheep, goats and cattle are raised in the mountains.

The origin of the inhabitants of Attica

The inhabitants of Attica mostly belonged to the Ionian tribe, one of the four main Greek tribes, named after the legendary hero. The Ionians, along with the Dorians, are considered the main carriers national culture Greece. The entire population of Attica was divided into four classes by genus, which were called the Philae:

• the heleons are noble, they were called "brilliant";
• the hoplites were warriors;
• ergadei - farmers;
• the aegikorei were goat herders or simply shepherds.

In social terms, the Philae consisted of large clans, each of which was divided into several dozen clan families. Families in a certain order united in phratries, that is, religious groups with their own traditions and rituals. Such an organization did not apply to the conquered tribes and their descendants, although they too could freely engage in crafts, trade or agriculture and had their own associations, they were called meteki.

Athens: geographic location

Geographically, Attica is divided into two main parts - the capital of the region and the whole country - Athens with its suburbs and the rest of the territory. The capital is named after the goddess of wisdom Athena, who, according to legend, gave the inhabitants an olive tree. According to another version, the name of the city comes from the word "Athos" - a flower. Athens is located in Attica and is surrounded by mountains from the west, north and east, and from the southwest side it has access to the Saronic Gulf. The city has now occupied the entire plain, but its suburbs continue to expand.

Ancient democracy

Athens is not only administrative center country, even in ancient times, the city played an important role in cultural and economic terms. It was here, as a result of a long and fierce struggle between the tribal aristocracy and the demos, that such a form of government as ancient democracy was born, which became the model of popular government. This unique shape state system developed in Athens in the 5th century BC. NS. And although in subsequent times Athens went through a difficult path of destructive wars, experienced the power of many conquerors, in their history there was this period of high citizenship and freedom - democracy.

Golden Age of Athens

Ancient Athens originated as a fortified settlement on a hilltop and then became a city-state as a result of synekism, which meant the unification of Attica around the Acropolis of Athens. This process took several centuries in time. According to ancient myths, the unification took place thanks to the legendary son of King Aegeus - Theseus, who also introduced the division of the population of Athens into social strata:

• eupatrides - generic nobility;
• geomores - farmers;
• demiurges are artisans.

The Athenian state reached its highest prosperity during the reign of Pericles - in the 5th century BC. NS. This time was called the Golden Age of Athens. During this period, was built and main temple Athens - Parthenon, a unique monument of ancient architecture. The temple was built by the ancient Greek masters Kallikrat and Iktin, and the beautiful sculptural compositions were made by the famous architect Phidias. The unusualness of the temple is that from one point its facade is visible from three sides, due to the fact that the columns are placed at an angle to each other. Phidias also created the famous statue of Athena in marble and gold. This sculpture is a masterpiece of ancient architecture.

Modernity

The political power of Athens ended with the outbreak of destructive wars with Sparta, and then with Macedonia. Then Athens fell under the rule of the Romans, after which the Turks came. For many centuries, the glory of the city faded. Many monuments of history and architecture were destroyed. Only after a long struggle for independence in the 19th century Athens became the capital of Greece again. Now it is a huge metropolis with a population of more than five million people, which has again won the status of the cultural and political center of the country and has many historical monuments.

Piraeus

On the southern outskirts of Athens is Piraeus, the largest port in Greece, as well as a major industrial center of the country and an important transport hub. Back in the 5th century BC. e the port's annual turnover was significant. Thanks to the convenient availability of safe harbors, Piraeus became a transit point through which various types of goods passed. The port had shipyards, workshops, warehouses. Athens, with its port, was considered the most profitable city, since merchants could get Athenian silver for goods here, which was valued everywhere.

Attractions of Attica

At present, Attica is a popular tourist area with many historical and architectural attractions, as well as wonderful nature and magnificent beaches. The main symbols of Attica are located in Athens. An invaluable historical monument is the architectural complex Acropolis, where the main temple of ancient Athens, the Parthenon, is located, a place of pilgrimage for a huge number of people. From historical sites in the vicinity of Athens, the Daphni monastery is very popular. The Temple of Poseidon was built on a high rock, from which there are now magnificent ruins. Fishermen, going to sea, brought donations here - the god Poseidon was the second most important for the Greeks, since their life was inextricably linked with the sea. One of the most important sanctuaries of ancient Attica is located in Eleusis - the temple of the goddess Demeter, who gave grain to the Greeks. In honor of her, holidays were held every year in spring and autumn. On the island of Aegina, there is the ghost town of Palayochora, which was deserted a hundred years ago.

The nature of Attica is also amazing and beautiful. On Mount Imittos there is a wonderful healing spring, given, according to legend, by the god Hephaestus to people. The thermal bath has unique healing properties, which is replenished from the sources located at its depth, and the extraordinary doctor fish is able to rejuvenate the skin, cleansing it of dead cells. The endless coastline is dotted with many stunning beaches, recreation and water sports.

A wonderful place to spend a comfortable summer vacation is Attica - photos show stunning natural landscapes, and rave reviews from travelers are a testament to the popularity of this region of Greece.

Attica - historical area Greece, which is located near modern capital... Spread out on a picturesque peninsula in the southeast of Greece, it served as the cradle of ancient culture. It is difficult to imagine a more suitable place for exploring Hellas and relaxing in the bosom of nature, among wonderful beaches, amazing mountains and emerald greenery.

Geographic features

Atika on the map of Greece resembles a triangle that runs along the sea coast and extends to the central part of the country. In its vastness is the capital, the port of Piraeus and several cozy resort towns. The area is predominantly hilly, surrounded by limestone and marble mountains. Their peaks are poorly covered with vegetation, but the intermontane plains amaze with all shades of dense greenery.

The coastal part is very winding, there are numerous sandy beaches on it. The shores are washed by the blue waters of the Sardonic Gulf. The beaches are very clean and beautiful, many of them boast a blue flag - the highest environmental award for cleanliness and safety.

Myths and historical facts

From the few surviving sources, it follows that the first settlers, the Greek Ionians, occupied the territory of Attica as early as two millennia BC. Although Plato in his works claims that the inhabitants of Attica did not come from other lands, but have always lived here. Numerous archaeological excavations testify to the fact that a person has long settled in this territory.

Later, the society was divided into small communities, each of which worshiped a separate god. Periodically, wars arose between the settlements, which were also considered wars between the gods - the patrons of the communities. At the same time, the affected community and its god did not disappear completely, but simply changed the importance of one or another patron. Gradually, as a result of several internecine wars, a single pantheon was formed.

After the expansion of Attica and the inclusion of Athens, next to the Acropolis and the temple of Athena, sanctuaries and other gods of the indigenous settlements began to appear. Athens, on the other hand, turned into a bright pearl of Greece, where culture, art, philosophy were actively developing, and new foundations of the state were formed.

Attractions of the region

Attica, a land with a rich historical heritage, boasts many attractions. For the most part, these are the ruins of temples and other important structures, as well as places where the fate of the ancient Greeks was decided. Let us dwell on just a few of the most interesting sights of Attica.

Temple of Poseidon – stately structure located at Cape Sounion - the most southern point Attica. It seems that the god of the seas is still washing the remains of his temple, which nestles almost at the cliff at an altitude of 60 m. It is best to visit here in the late afternoon, when the rays of the setting sun pass through the preserved columns.

Acropolis- the oldest fortress in Athens, which is awe-inspiring even today. Important historical events left many marks on the boulders. The Acropolis is a fairly large multi-level complex that you can wander around for a long time in search of unusual places and backgrounds for photography.

In the vicinity of Athens there is Daphne monastery- the Byzantine heritage of Greece. Initially it was built in honor of Apollo, but later the monastery passed into the possession of Christians, then the building was used as a fortress wall and even as a psychiatric hospital.

Aegina- a small island off the coast of Attica in the Sardonic Gulf. Here you can endlessly admire the beautiful landscapes, as well as numerous churches. On a small area of ​​land, there are 365 religious buildings. The abandoned city of Palayochora is of no less interest.

Near Athens, in the thick of a cypress forest, an ancient monastery is hidden. It is located at the base of Mount Imittos, next to a healing spring. The structure is striking in size, beautiful architecture, mosaics and frescoes.

Resorts of Attica

Once your mind is full of sightseeing, it's time to go to the beach. There are several cozy towns with developed infrastructure along the coast. They are united under the name « Athenian Riviera» ... It is difficult to find a deserted or secluded corner here, but there is everything for a comfortable stay: yacht clubs, bars, hotels and nightclubs.

Just 15 km from the center of Athens is the famous Glyfada... Here you can have a fun night out in the many clubs, and in the afternoon go to the huge golf course.

Lagonissi- a less noisy and very comfortable resort. It is ideal for measured family vacation on the Aegean coast. The calm sea with a shallow bottom and the beach with the finest sand let you forget about the time. After lunch, you can stroll through the dense lemon groves.

Loutraki- a town where you can not only enjoy a relaxing beach holiday, but also improve your health in the famous hospitals. The mild climate and healing springs will return health and youth to everyone.

Vouliagmeni – prestigious resort with expensive hotels and luxury villas. The city has a lake of the same name, famous healing springs... With their help, it is possible to get rid of many serious diseases of the skin, bones, nervous system and reproductive organs. The city is home to the most beautiful coniferous forests.

The maximum cosmetic effect will have a rest in Sounione... There are many beauty centers that use cosmetics based on local herbs, flowers and mineral complexes.

Things to do?

Attica is a place where everyone will find something to their liking. Most tourists begin their acquaintance with sightseeing or recreation on famous beaches... In addition to passive lying on the shore and swimming, you can ride a scooter or water ski, as well as enjoy the views from a pleasure yacht.

Adults and children alike will enjoy spending time in the water park. Lovers of the underwater world will be able to scuba dive. There are several diving centers on the beaches.

Connoisseurs of gambling and vibrant nightlife will not be overlooked. They can head to the bustling casino in Loutrak or the many nightclubs along the coast.

Shopping

In Attica, there are areas where people go for shopping even from neighboring countries. In the center of Athens, there are shopping centers and boutiques where you can buy jewelry and fur products. In memory of this paradise buy aromatic herbal teas, leather products, cosmetics based on minerals and olive oil, the oil itself and olives, as well as ceramic products from the masters of Marusya.

How to get there?

Since the capital of Greece Athens is located in Attica, there will be no problems with the flight. The city has a large international Airport which accepts direct flights from different parts of the world.

You can get to more remote towns on comfortable regular buses or commuter trains. They run regularly in the suburbs. In order not to depend on the schedule, you can rent a car and create your own route for exploring the region.

You can get to the island of Aegina by ferry from the port of Piraeus. It delivers passengers every hour from early morning until sunset.