Friday, 26 April 2024
Greece to raise monthly minimum wage by 6.4% to 830 euros
Greece to raise monthly minimum wage by 6.4% to 830 euros

The increase, which was widely expected, will benefit hundreds of thousand of workers, said the government, which survived a no-confidence vote on Thursday. The monthly minimum wage was raised by 9.4% to 780 euros in April 2023. "Today's decision will relieve workers without affecting the strength of the econo...

Olympic flame hand-over ceremony on Friday
Olympic flame hand-over ceremony on Friday

The transfer ceremony is scheduled to commence on Friday, April 26, at 6:30 PM at the Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro) in downtown Athens, featuring the presence of renowned artist Nana Mouskouri. The event will be hosted by Nikos Aliagas. Greek race walking champion Antigoni Drisbiotis will deliver the Oly...

Tax refund telephone scams
Tax refund telephone scams

The complaints that have been reported - until now - to the competent services of the Attica Region, refer to an alleged refund of tax withheld from invoices that have been issued. The Region of Attica underlines that under no circumstances are such calls made to any citizen and that this is an attempt at telephone...

Music Festival: Great Music / Family Fun at Stavros Niarchos Park
Music Festival: Great Music / Family Fun at Stavros Niarchos Park

From 11.00 in the morning until late into the sunset, the SNFCC will be filled with activities in all its spaces, the festival's focus being the Great Lawn: From the Playgrounds and the Water Jets to the Mediterranean Garden, the Outdoor Games Area, the Dome and, of course, the Canal, a variety of options will be avai...

Islands launch special visa program for Turkish visitors in diplomatic effort to calm region
Islands launch special visa program for Turkish visitors in diplomatic effort to calm region

The limited-access visa will allow Turks to visit 10 Greek islands for up to a week without having to apply for full access to the European Union’s passport-free travel zone, known as the Schengen area. NATO members Greece and Turkey launched several initiatives last year to try and sidestep decades-old disputes — ...

Racist violence surges in Greece, report finds
Racist violence surges in Greece, report finds

The network recorded 158 attacks in 2023, up from 74 in 2022. Of those, 89 targeted migrants, refugees or asylum seekers and 61 targeted LGBT people, it said. Violence was at its highest reported levels since 2015, when Greece was on the frontline of Europe’s migration crisis. The actual number is likely higher, ho...

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ATHENS GUIDE

Apollo Tower
Apollo Tower

Apollo Tower is the tallest residential building in Athens. It is also the 2nd tallest building in Greece. It's located in the district of Ampelokipoi. Apollo Tower is predominantly known for its vertical extension dating back to the 1950's.

Old Picture of the Pnyx
Old Picture of the Pnyx

This historical picture shows the archaeological site of the Pnyx speakers platform in Athens.

Eating & drinking in Halandri
Eating & drinking in Halandri

Halandri offers a unique chance to enjoy a piece of the northern Athens flair, but at normal prices. Here you will find highly decorated restaurants and trendy cocktail bars which also offer daring concepts and creations.

Jaqueline de Romilly Square
Jaqueline de Romilly Square

Jaqueline de Romilly was a Greek and French female philologist that was known for her great admiration of the Ancient Greek culture. Ms. de Romilly was born on March 26th, 1913 and passed away on December 18th, 2010.

FAQ Shopping in Athens
FAQ Shopping in Athens

To make your shopping experience in Athens complete, here are some handy hints about shopping opening hours, the shopping zones and more.

Athens Tower
Athens Tower

The Athens Tower is the tallest building in Athens and all over Greece. It is 103 meters high and is of 28 floors, while next to it there is a smaller building of 65 meters long.

Collections of the Museum of Greek Instruments
Collections of the Museum of Greek Instruments

The Museum of Greek Instruments exhibits traditional Greek instruments like toumberlekia (pottery drums), daoulia (drums), defia (tambourines), laghouta (long-necked lutes), outia (short-necked lutes) and many more.

Private Colleges in Athens
Private Colleges in Athens

Private Universities or Colleges in Greece are establishments that are classified depending on whether they are for profit or not, and whether their degrees are accredited, validated, or neither.

ATHENS LIFESTYLE

Gastronomy in Athens
Gastronomy in Athens

When recalling the Athens of many years ago, we remember a less outlandish manner of the life led then. The change in this situation can only be positive from a gastronomic point of view.

Nightlife in Athens
Nightlife in Athens

Athens by night is something that has made the city famous for many decades. For someone to be able to state that they know about going out in Athens, they must have visited dozens of the most well known venues in the valley and surrounding areas.

Shopping in Athens
Shopping in Athens

Like all major metropolitan areas, the City of Athens has much to offer visitors in the way of shopping. We panelled Greek consumers to discover their preferences and experiences with the international chains that operate in the country in recent years.

Sporting Activities in Athens
Sporting Activities in Athens

In the country that gave birth to the Olympic Games, there are a large number of stadiums, athletic clubs, training centers and sports courts - many of which host major international athletic events.

Wellness in Athens
Wellness in Athens

Taking care of oneself has become somewhat of a priority in Athens – a city that not only followed the trends of all other major metropolitan areas but might have possibly surpassed many of them.

Entertainment in Athens
Entertainment in Athens

Want to have fun? The cinema's and fun parks of Athens are definitely the places to check out when you just want to get away from it all.

Outdoor & Nature
Outdoor & Nature

Athens is a city of great outdoors with many activities and opportunities to enjoy nature and wildlife in a mild Mediterranean climate.

ATHENS EVENTS

Despina Vandi & Giorgos Sambanis
Apr
26
Fri
Vangelis Dimitreas, Michael Parlamas exhibition "Discipline"
Apr
26
Fri
Gothic night
Apr
25
Thu
Bolivar Summer Opening 2024
Apr
27
Sat
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
Apr
27
Sat
Mixer Latin Night
Apr
28
Sun
RedRoom Nights
Apr
28
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Loumidis (Coffee Roastery)

One of the most famous coffee grinders in Greece! The traditional brand "Loumidis" offers fresh Greek coffee since 1920. If you are lover of coffee, the mere smell will convince you of its quality. more

Marks & Spencer

Marks & Spencer has a large variety of clothes, shoes, accessories, coats, jackets, sweaters and pajamas.. You come here to get a pair of pantyhose and end up buying a body lotion, a bra, cute slippers and you still feel a little stingy. more

Korres (Natural Cosmetics)

At Korres you will find great products for hair, body and face care, all manufacturer in Greece based on the advantages of natural ingredients. The goal of Korres is to develop innovative and clinically effective skincare products based on natural more

Capanna Trattoria (Italian Restaurant)

This pizzeria / trattoria was designed with the starting point of experiencing outdoor dining. Therefore, when the weather is warm enough, the floor to ceiling windows can slide upwards allowing the restaurant to spill out onto the pavement - giving more

To Chantradiko

A world of beads awaits you. Take a small basket and fill it with beads, laces, chains, semiprecious stones, faux jewelry, corals, pearls, crystals and other related materials. There is a section in the shop with silver accessories for your projects more

Johnie's Hot Dog

This mini-chain with now 4 locations in Athens, offers the best hot dog in town. On the Iera Odos Street in Gazi, the clubbers can enjoy the street food goodies of "Johnie's Hot Dog" until the early morning hours. more

Cupola (Italian Restaurant)

Chef Stefano Rossi provides an authentic Italian menu. Together with the delicious cocktails and aperitifs or wines recommended by sommelier Yannis Makris, a visit to Cupola is an unforgettable taste adventure. more

MAC Cosmetics

Make-up Art Cosmetics (MAC) has become a favored brand in the fashion industry and amongst many super star celebrities. The cruelty-free to animals company appeals to, "All ages, all races, all sexes". more

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