The Byzantine Museum in Athens is located a short walk away from Syntagma Square. Inside, you can expect to find religious and other artworks dating from the heyday of the Byzantine period. Here's my guide to the Byzantine museum Athens, and what you can expect to see there.Where to find the Byzantine Museum Athens The Byzantine Museum, or to give its full name, The Byzantine and Christian … [Read more...]
China Meets Greece | England Meets Crete
It is fair to say, that this last week has seen me experience both ends of the cultural spectrum. Four days in Crete with a beer or two in hand, was then followed by the opening of an artwork exhibition back in Athens entitled "China Meets Greece". Story and photos below.China Meets Greece If there is one thing that I love about travel, it is meeting new people. Working from home really … [Read more...]
Athens, Bicycle Touring, Daves Travel Pages and the Future
For the past two months, I have been living in Athens, and everything is going well. More than well in fact, which leaves me in something of a quandary when it comes to travel, bicycle touring, and in particular this blog. The reason is, I had started to narrow down its focus to bicycle touring and related gear reviews. As my bicycle touring plans are now on hold though, I need to redefine what … [Read more...]
Athens Polytechnic Graffiti – Mysterious Graffiti Appears Overnight
The Athens Polytechnic graffiti that appeared overnight on the exterior of the building on the 6th of March 2015 made the national news. It might not be there for long, so here are some photos before they are erased forever.Athens Polytechnic Graffiti Photos - OutsideIt seems likely that the exterior of the building will be cleaned, if it is even possible, over the coming … [Read more...]
Love, Death and Greek Food – Valentines Day in Athens
Love, Death and Greek Food - "OK Briggs, what's this blog post about then?" I hear you ask. The short, uninteresting version is this is what I got up to on Valentines Day. Honestly, the longer version is much more interesting. Well, maybe a little bit at any rate. But don't take my word for it, read on!!Love It's Valentines Day, and in my book, nothing says love like a fried breakfast. I … [Read more...]