By day or by night, the ancient city of Athens will leave you simply spellbound. During  the warm and sunny Mediterranean days, you can wander through some of the most awe-inspiring ruins the world has ever seen. At night, with the dazzling lights of the city all around, you’ll bask in a culture and cuisine that’s been perfected over thousands of years. There’s no greater image of Athens than the majestic Acropolis perched high above the city, with the Parthenon’s grand halls still echoing the footsteps of Socrates, Plato and Aristotle. And there’s no finer joy than taking in a brilliant crimson sunset over the majestic Temple of Poseidon. However, the delights of Athens can  be modern as well. Spend an evening in a neighborhood Greek tavern enjoying sumptuous meze, local wines and ouzo, or take in traditional Greek folk music and dancing at one of the many delightful performances throughout the city.