The city of our soul

Piraeus, Greece

Piraeus

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Piraeus was known in medieval times as Porto Leone, a name due to the enormous stone lion, which guarded the port's entrance. So, its life had been joined to the sea since its creation. Today, the life of Piraeus is centred on its three ports. You can walk around the central harbour, shared by cargo and passenger ships alike, and watch the constant comings and goings of goods and people from around the world. Then, continue your walk to the...

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The city of our soul
  A review of Piraeus
by Costas Koulis

Piraeus is the ultimate City in the world! Think I'm kiddin? Well, in that case, follow me, through gods and sea, through the most amazing history and cultural welth!

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