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silissis Sofias to the
Museum of Cycladic Art
to ponder the mysterious pre-
historic marble sculptures. Be sure to check out whatever temporary exhibition
is on at the adjoining Stathatos Mansion - they are usually small but world-
class shows.
Then it's on to
Plateia Kolonaki
for a frappé and a pastry at one of the
roadside cafés and some stellar people-watching. The parade of wealthy wives,
pretty playboys and Greek starlets provides recompense for overpriced drinks
- just sip slowly!
Late Afternoon
Afterwards, fan out from the square for some serious shopping or browsing of
the shop windows and eyeing patrons at
Folli Follie
,
Prasini
and
Twisted
Classics
, as well as familiar international stables such as Gucci, Armani and
Versace.
Towards the end of the day, go to the funicular station at the foot of
Lykavit-
tos Hill
. Though close to Plateia Kolonaki, the walk is quite steep, so if your
feet are tired you can take the 060 minibus from the square or a two-minute
taxi ride. From the hilltop at dusk, watch the sky turn violet over Athens, while
enjoying a drink at the café, or a truly special meal at
Orizontes
restaurant.
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