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Getting fleeced in Greece

Tuesday, July 24 2007

I must admit that I didn't try too hard in Greece. On the mainland I lost interest in culture, language and history in order to sprint with all speed to Athens. The biggest adventure on the way was trying to use an underwater tunnel which I flat-out knew was off limits to cyclists. I avoided the guard at the entrance...  read more

 

This bridge connects the mainland with the Pelopponese. I have almost certainly spelt that incorrectly. Anyway, I chickened out of going over this bridge, and found a ferry which did exactly the same thing instead, and was free. (The bridge has a toll).
Chicken out bridge
 
That's the entrance to the acropolis above me. This is as close as I could get without buying a ticket and leaving the bike behind... and I'd already seen the thing twice so I didn't feel the need.
The first finish line
 

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