Greece is a picturesque country that is composed of thousands of islands that are covered in mountains and surrounded with beautiful coastlines. Beautiful scenery is just one part of a Greece vacation, however. The country has no shortage of ancient ruins to explore. Athens is home to famous ruins such as the Parthenon and Acropolis, stoic reminders of Greece’s long ancient history. Whether island hopping, walking through ruins or traveling the olive groves of the countryside, Greece offers something for every traveler. see moresee less