Athens, Ohio
 

This month, while traveling around the world in Ohio, we discovered Athens.  That’s Athens, Ohio not Athens, Greece. But we’ll tell you about both anyway.

The wealth of scenic splendor and abundance of places to explore is just the beginning of all that this gem has to offer.  Flourishing arts and music scenes, fantastic festivals, a rich history and much more abound – in Athens – Ohio of course! 

When settlers first discovered what was to become Athens County, native Adena Indians inhabited the Appalachian foothills. They had built an extensive network of burial and ceremonial mounds. As the population of settlers grew, canals, railroads, mines and the first university in the Northwest Territory were founded. All since have contribute to the area’s rich history.

Athens, Ohio area is a destination for a broad range of interests. It beckons visitors with its Southern Ohio hospitality and beautiful landscape all along the Hocking valley. In fact, very few destinations offer such a diverse mix of leisure activities and entertainment. There’s rock climbing, kayaking, skateboarding for the more adventurous. Then there’re historic sites, a scenic railway, 19 covered bridges, museums and cultural centers, more than 20 state parks and fun-filled festivals.

In fact, if you visit in July, here’s what’s going on:

I Do (runs the whole month) featuring nearly 50 wedding dresses at the Athens County Historical Museum along with photos and wedding traditions.

Fireworks (on the fourth of July) promise to create a bang for visitors to the region as well as from the scenic Hocking Valley Railway.

International Bow Hunters Challenge (July 7-9) where people can participate in the local shoot or see how it’s done at Hocking College’s campus.

Ohio Brew Week (July 17-21) is new and located in uptown Athens.

Boogie On The Bricks (July 22) promises to get down in uptown Athensfor the second year live entertainment, great eats and fun.

Nelsonville Arts & Music Festival (July 29) is also in its second year located on the banks of the Hocking River featuring Leon Redbone, Todd Snider and Brave Combo. It is a family-oriented event with a jam-packed day of music, food and art.

Athens – it’s a magical place – whether it’s in Ohio or Greece!

The enchanting capital of Greece has always been the birthplace of civilization and is the city with the most glorious history in the world. It is where democracy was born as well as most wise men of ancient times.

The most important civilization of ancient world flourished in Athens, Greece and is relived today through superb architectural masterpieces such as Acropolis of Athens.

 Today it is the political, social, cultural, financial and commercial center of Greece. The climate is one of the best in Europe with mild winters and very hot summers, ideal for tourism.

Athens has always attracted peoples' attention. During the 2004 Olympic Games, it proved that. The return of Olympic Games to its mother land was a great success.

The capital is famous, more than any other European capital, for its nightlife.  The options for entertainment satisfy all tastes. The famous bouzoukia are the leaders in Athenian entertainment. While theaters all around Athens offer a different type of entertainment. Athens is a divine city. Lend yourself to its magic.

To plan a trip to Athens, Greece, visit www.greece-athens.com. And if you aren’t quiet ready for the overseas Athens, stick close to home and plan a visit to Athens, Ohio by calling 1-800-878-9767 or 740-592-1819 or logging onto www.athensohio.com.