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Acropolis and Ancient Theater

north end of Sparta, Sparta, Greece
Ranked #5 of 6 attractions in Sparta
3.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins
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Travelling Anglo-American
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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The Spartans did not build for beauty the way the Olympians, Delphians and Athenians did. You can climb up the acropolis here, but be prepared to see nothing in the way of ancient stones when you get to the top. The ruins of the ancient theatre may be open when you go, but as of now, they are off limits.... More

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Sparta, Greece
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012
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Amid the olive groves around Sparti is this place. Most of the time totally deserted. Great to stroll around the ruins. Enjoy the huge theatre and marvel at the view. More

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Athens, Greece
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012
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hidden away behind the sport stadium in a lush olive gorve, overlooking the hideous city and the breath taking Taygetos More

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33 reviews 33 reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
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If you like ancient theatres Sophocles and Euripides...this is a place for you... More

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Tamworth, Australia
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2011
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After stopping for a photo opportunity at the Leonadis Statue we followed the signs to Ancient Sparta, drove up the road & parked near the infants school. It was a very hot day & despite the scattering of shade you really needed a hat & water. The walk along the well formed pathway was a gentle rise passing several interesting... More

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Bremerhaven, Germany
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57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2011
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56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2011
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