Friday, 29 March 2024

ATHENS NEWS

Parliament: The no-confidence motion for Tempi is voted down - 2 ministers resign from government.
Parliament: The no-confidence motion for Tempi is voted down - 2 ministers resign from government.

After a roll-call vote, and out of 300 voters, 159 MPs - the 158 of the ND and the independent K. Katsivardas - voted against the motion of no confidence while the 141 MPs of the opposition were "in favor". According to the Regulation of the Parliament "A no-confidence motion is accepted only if it is approved by a...

Catholic Easter closings
Catholic Easter closings

The transactions that will be carried out will have a value date on Tuesday 02.04.2024. Payroll files should have an execution date of Tuesday 02.04.2024. The Athens Stock Exchange will remain closed on Friday, March 29, 2024 and Monday, April 01, 2024.

New increase in the minimum wage to be announced at cabinet meeting today
New increase in the minimum wage to be announced at cabinet meeting today

"Among others, there will be an announcement on a new increase in the minimum wage, the fourth in almost 5 years. The minimum wage, from 650 euros a month in 2019, has now reached 780 euros [a month], while the average wage is up to 1251 euros a month from 1046 in 2019," he said, adding that the other items on the mee...

Debate on censure motion against government to conclude today
Debate on censure motion against government to conclude today

The debate will resume at 09:00 in the morning and a roll-call vote will start around 20:00-21:00. The 3-day debate on the censure motion in the parliament plenary will conclude with the speeches of the political party leaders and come to a close with the speech of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. PASOK-KINAL...

Neymar meets Stefanos Tsitsipas in Miami
Neymar meets Stefanos Tsitsipas in Miami

Stefanos Tsitsipas, together with Paula Bandosa, visited the facilities of Inter Miami and met David Beckham up close. But for the Greek tennis player, the important acquaintances and meetings with former and current football players who have worldwide fame, do not stop there. After being eliminated by Shapovalov a...

High concentrations of Saharan dust blankets Greece
High concentrations of Saharan dust blankets Greece

The phenomenon is expected to persist on Thursday. The quantities of Saharan dust will be biggest in western and southern parts of the country. The dust cloud has significantly reduced visibility in large parts of the country, including the capital Athens. The southern island of Crete was particularly hard hit, ...

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ATHENS GUIDE

Toy Museum of Athens
Toy Museum of Athens

One of the 10 greatest collections of toys in Europe is housed at the Benaki Museum of Toys that was inaugurated on 2017, at the impressively beautiful and unique Pyrgos Kouloura mansion in Paleo Faliro, south of Athens.

Personalities of Modern Greek Theater
Personalities of Modern Greek Theater

They are the eternal stars of the Greek and international theater stages. Whether in front of or behind the scenes. The tradition of theater lives and thrives in Athens and Greece. These are some of the greatest personalities of Modern Greek Theater.

Toy Shops in Athens
Toy Shops in Athens

One should decide: Should you choose a smaller, specialty store or head for the big toy stores? Both have advantages and disadvantages.

Koukaki Shopping
Koukaki Shopping

In the past, many artists had their workshops and studios in the Plaka. But in recent decades the rents have rocketed, so they moved to the neighboring Koukaki district. Many artists organized themselves into artist collectives, and also opened cafes and restaurants.

History of Piraeus
History of Piraeus

In the beginning Piraeus was a islet, hence its name, "peraio" in ancient Greek means ferry across, so "peraiefs" was the the one ferrying across.

Eating & drinking in Kolonaki
Eating & drinking in Kolonaki

Lovers of good food will get their money's worth in Kolonaki. There is a large choice of international cuisine, great wine restaurants, and sushi bars in this charming district of the city center.

Eating & drinking at Cape Sounio
Eating & drinking at Cape Sounio

Complete your trip to Cape Sounio with a meal at the taverns of the region famous for their exquisite seafood that will always evoke a nostalgic emotion whenever you think about your visit.

Oropos
Oropos

Oropos is a municipality in the north of Attica, about 50 kilometers from the capital Athens. Already in ancient times the port of the city was strategically significant because of the short connection to the opposite Evia Island.

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

Nikos Portokaloglou "Here is the journey"
Mar
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Fri
"Stavros Xarchakos proposes" at Alsos
Apr
04
Thu
Periodical exhibition "PANOPLIES - The art of armor in Ancient Greece"
Mar
29
Fri
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
Mar
30
Sat
Mixer Latin Night
Mar
31
Sun
RedRoom Nights
Mar
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1550 at Roha's Live Stage
Apr
03
Wed

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

Jolie Môme Cocktail Bar

The most creative cocktails in the north of Athens are served at Jolie Môme Cocktail Bar. The professional staff creates small drinkable masterpieces in a unique atmosphere reminiscent of a Parisian bistro. more

Villa Grigio 46 (Bar & Restaurant)

Inside a beautiful courtyard with trees and an interior space of minimalistic aesthetics with a half-light, there is the "Villa Grigio 46" - an ideal destination for an evening outing. Here you will discover fine wines from Italy and Greece. 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

Rolex Kolonaki

A symbol of prestige and success in conjunction with high design quality and Swiss mechanisms. Withstanding the test of time, Rolex watches are an investment even during an economic downturn. Each new model incorporates the expertise and perspective more

Kampos Biomarket

"Kampos Bio Market" is an earthly paradise of wholesome and appetizing food. Fruits, vegetables, legumes, frozen food, cheese, meat, pastries, jams, drinks, wine, oils, vitamins, sports additives, cosmetics and alternative household care and cleaning more

Bufala Gelato

At Bufala Gelato, the ice cream is fresh every day and you definitely taste it. Here you will find a new sensation in the quality of ice cream, with a wide variety of flavors and aromas, with or without sugar, buffalo milk made on marble and other more

To Mpergiavlo (Tavern)

This is a classic Cretan tavern with cold meze featuring cheeses and meat cuts from Crete, traditional dtakos and daily specials. Everything comes with carafes of Tsipouro (a type of grape seed-based moonshine, also a staple of Crete). more

 

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