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The boys found this cute turtle to play with in between sites in Athens. (at Athens, Greece)

Yves relaxing at the Areios Pagos, the most ancient law court of the world. After a few steps up to the top of what is a large rock, you have beautiful views of the city and the Acropolis above. (at Areios Pagos)

The caryatids still standing guard over Acropolis after all these years. (at Acropolis, Athènes)

These replicas of the beautiful caryatids now stand in place for the originals in the museum. (at Porch of Caryatids, the Acropolis, Athens, Greece)

The boys getting up close to study the Parthenon. Such an elegant building, even in the state it is in. (at Akropolis Parthenon - Ακρόπολη Παρθενώνας)

So hauntingly beautiful... (at Acropolis Museum)

The magnificent frieze, once encircling the Parthenon, were originally painted with colour. The frieze consists of 378 figures and 245 animals. (at Acropolis Museum)

The remaining pieces left from the Acropolis frieze. So many pieces were destroyed over the years. (at Acropolis Museum)

The goddess Athena, for whom the city of Athens (Athina) is named. (at Acropolis Museum)

So thrilled to finally see these beautiful ladies. Shawna was so excited to see them, having studied the Acropolis at OCAD in Toronto. (at Acropolis Museum)

So many amazing artifacts at the Acropolis Museum in Greece. (at Acropolis Museum)

Tyler found a sweet little puppy! There were four in the litter...one for each of us to give a belly rub. (at Ephesus Ancient City)

Logan found a furry friend! (at Ephesus Ancient City)

Church of St Mary in Selçuk, Turkey (at Selcuk Ephesos, Turkey)

The Church of St Mary (at Selcuk Ephesos, Turkey)

Plunging baptismal pool at the Church of St. Mary in Selcuk. This must have been a beautiful room when it was built. It was such a peaceful space to visit. (at Selcuk Ephesos, Turkey)

How many times has this door been dragged across to make this groove? Love areas like this, the wear and tear, not even noticed by most people walking in. (at Hagia Sophia)