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Unknown corners of Athens, the excellent gastronomy, artistic "hideaways" and the ancient history of the city are highlighted by the "Wall Street Journal" in its article titled "Athens may be the most underrated capital in Europe".

Locating the exact burial site of the Greek philosopher Plato has been made possible according to Italian papyrologist Professor Graziano Ranocchia, who presented the results of his research on papyri found at Ercolano, near Naples.
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African dust and high temperatures yesterday created an eerie scene reminiscent of a science fiction film and reminded nothing of the famed Attic skies of Athens..