Athens Introduction

All these changes have left a lasting effect on Athens, but they are certainly not solely responsible for the city's bold contemporary edge. A dynamic nightlife has taken root, general prosperity has become the rule as opposed to the exception, and a surge in immigrants has altered the face of the city (and seriously diversified the retail and restaurant scene). And then of course there's what most people come to Athens to see: the ancient city, with its collection of awe-inspiring structures. The Acropolis is beyond stunning. The sight of the Parthenon lit up against the night sky can render even the most jaded traveler a bit choked up.