Athens, the Capital of Greece is a city rich in history and tradition. The birthplace of Socrates and Plato home of philosophy and cradle of Democracy had the honour and responsibility, for the second time in modern History, to host the 2004 Olympic Games. Next to its timeless monuments like the Parthenon, the Agora and the Panathinaiko Stadium, Athens has acquired a modern infrastructure of great architectural and technological value. Athens today is a modern city, alive and on the go. Modern, but romantic as well, with busy streets and squares, shop windows a riot of colours, as well as little alleys in quiet, peaceful neighbourhoods such as Plaka and Mets. The 2004 Olympic Games, as well as being an important milestone in the city's History, is a lasting legacy for Athens and Greece.