"Across land and sea, the best places in Greece are home to a wide and varied landscape, and more than their fair share of history too. Come summer, it's the Greek islands that get all the attention: big-hitting Santorini, Mykonos, and Crete; small-but-mighty Milos, Hydra, and Sifnos. But there's far more to this captivating country than just sun, sea views and sand."
"This tiny, uninhabited island is protected by UNESCO and was home to humans as far back as 3,000 BC, later becoming a key location in Greek mythology as the birthplace of Apollo and his twin sister Artemis. Its open-air ancient ruins-temples, houses, theaters-are well-preserved and include the Terrace of Lions, private residences, and the Sanctuary of Apollo."
"visiting Greece in the off-season reveals handsome landscapes without the heat and crowds that summer can bring. Spanning low-lying beach caves to mountain-top plateaus, deserted islands to once-in-a-lifetime views, ancient history to modern-day marvels, these are 15 of the best places to visit in Greece."
Greece encompasses far more than its famous summer islands like Santorini and Mykonos. The country features diverse attractions spanning mainland cities, ancient ruins, and varied landscapes from beach caves to mountain plateaus. Visiting during off-season provides handsome scenery without summer heat and crowds. Notable destinations include Delos Island, an uninhabited UNESCO-protected archaeological site with 3,000-year history and ancient temples; Athens; and Nafplio, Greece's first capital, featuring the 18th-century Palamidi Fortress and Venetian, Ottoman, and Neoclassical architecture. These locations represent the breadth of experiences available throughout Greece.
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