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The sunhat is everywhere in Athens as crowds grow larger at ancient Greek sites
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Derek Gatopoulos, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A record number of visitors, approximately 4. 6 million, were drawn to a particular ancient site in 2025.
Tourists are taking steps to protect themselves from the heat. Many are wearing various types of hats, including straw and baseball caps. 6 million, were drawn to a particular ancient site in 2025.
The heat can be intense, with temperatures reaching the mid-30s Celsius. Even animals are being protected from the sun, with a carriage horse wearing a special hat. Visitors are spending hours in the sun with limited shade, making hats a necessary accessory.
Further details about the tourist season and heat precautions are available from the source.
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Category: business Published: August 23, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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