Greek antiquities experts are preparing for the delicate transfer of exhibits from the old Acropolis museum to a new facility.

Despite visible signs of repair work, throngs of tourists visit the 2,500-year-old Parthenon Temple on the Acropolis hill in Athens, Greece, on Thursday. A massive conservation and restoration program is under way on the ruined marble building, which was originally dedicated to the goddess Athena.

By Alkman Granitsas ATHENS (Reuters) - After years of delays, legal wrangles and cost overruns, Greece hopes to open its Acropolis Museum by the end of 2007, Culture Minister George Voulgarakis said on Tuesday.