Delphi

It is one of the most important archaeological sites and one of the most beautiful sights in all of Greece. It is the city of the oracle, built in a magnificent setting on Mount Parnassos, which made it all that much easier for ancient Greeks to believe that here they stood in the presence of the gods. Nothing much happened in the ancient world, hardly a decision was reached, without consulting the oracle at the temple of Apollo Delphi was the place to visit befor going into battle or even getting into a family argument, especially if you happened to be a King. And of course no one ever took the advice before offering a gift. Thus, during the four centuries of its glory, before the Romans loote the temples, Delphi became a huge complex of temples full of treasures and works of art. Given its unique history, its mystical aura and natural beauty Delphi is an excursion thai you should not miss at any cost. It is "the Greekest thing of all" as Henry Adams put it. Getting there is not difficult. You can go by bus, car or organised tour. It is worth visiting Arachova, Thebes and the monastery of Osios Loukas.