Greek mythology has it that an enraged Athena created Lycabettus Hill after she dropped an uprooted mountain she intended to use for construction of the Acropolis. This “other hill” turned out to be the tallest in Athens, at about 900 feet above sea level. Named after the wolves that allegedly roamed here, the hill is now a sunset hangout for tourists photographing the whitewashed 19th-century Chapel of St. George and the urban panorama below. But late night is what really electrifies that sweeping view. Darkness hides the city’s modern architectural chaos, and the Parthenon glows like a crown jewel. Lycabettus Hill is peaceful and secluded, which is why it’s a popular spot for young lovers still living with their parents. But t... read