Posts with tag Athens

Olympic Stadiums: Then and Now

Hosting the Olympic Games is a city's chance to showcase its architecture before the world. So it comes as no surprise that Olympic stadiums tend to be some of the most interesting and unique structures in their cities. London didn't disappoint with its stunning aquatic center, quirky shooting venue and sleek velodrome... Continue Reading »

Athens' Olympics Stadium in Decay (PHOTOS)

Athens may be the birthplace of the Olympics, but it also seems to be the graveyard for the remnants of one Olympics stadium. The once-vibrant and gorgeous stadium that the ancient city used to host the 2004 Summer Olympics has fallen into ruin -- and we don't mean the awe-inspiring type of ruins that Athens is known... Continue Reading »

House of the Day: Kenny Rogers' Estate on Auction Block

Kenny Rogers' house is up for auction. "The Gambler" is taking a gamble with a no-reserve, no-minimum absolute auction on his 150-acre lake house estate in Athens, Ga. The property, which was designed by Rogers himself, was previously listed for $3.5 million. And it's quite the place. There's a private eight-acre... Continue Reading »

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