Battlefield of Thermopylae

Very poorly presented

I wanted to like this area, but I feel it's badly presented (and that includes the hot springs, the statue of Leonidas, and the museum/coffee shop) to such an extent that I am surprised that the Greek...

TourtripGreece saved the best for last

Following our experiences at Marathon and Platea, Thanos delivered me to the main gates of Thermopylae. There was a small tour there, and a few cars…not surprising, right? This was the sight of one ...

The Greeks hold off the Persians for awhile but ultimately perish

Famous, important battlefield of antiquity. Do some research on the big Spartan suicide gesture to hold off the Persians there so you'll know why the ancients thought it mattered.

Spine Tingling

A very special place. Still a lot of work to be done to explain to most people. Such as the battle field and the significance of the Phocian walls. And a better explanation of the plaque on top of the...

Historical place, not a lot to see.

I enjoyed being able to see where the famous battle took place. The one plaque was informative to understand how what now is a broad area was then a narrow path. The museum was closed, so it no doubt...