It’s easy to believe in myths and heroes in Greece — even in the hot, vibrant mess of modern Athens, a 5,000-year-old city currently reinventing itself as Europe’s capital of creativity. From delicious Paros to mystical Patmos and hidden-away Zakynthos each of the Greek Islands is its own, distinct world. But don’t overlook the mainland, where ancient ruins and Byzantine monasteries are hidden among forests, lakes and snowy peaks. As Aristotle said, 'Adventure is worthwhile'.