Friday, 26 April 2024
Tax refund telephone scams
Tax refund telephone scams

Οι καταγγελίες που έχουν αναφερθεί - έως τώρα - στις αρμόδιες υπηρεσίες της Περιφέρειας Αττικής, κάνουν λόγο για δήθεν επιστροφή παρακρατούμενου φόρου από τιμολόγια που έχουν εκδοθεί. Η Περιφέρεια Αττικής υπογραμμίζει πως σε καμία περίπτωση δεν πραγματοποιούνται τέτοιου είδους κλήσεις προς οποιονδήποτε πολίτη και ό...

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...

Quake drill held on tourist island of Crete
Quake drill held on tourist island of Crete

Tourists rushed to evacuate the hotel, while workers in vests offered first aid to an injured woman in a tent as part of a quake drill dubbed “Minoas” after the mythical Cretan Bronze Age king. “It’s good, because then we know what we are doing in real situations,” said British tourist Leah Pickles, 36, one of the ...

Greece will continue to consistently serve democracy and the rule of law
Greece will continue to consistently serve democracy and the rule of law

"The report records, without further investigation, allegations by non-governmental organisations that are not independently verified," the foreign ministry said. "Precisely because of this indiscriminate recording, there is the appearance that all countries with a highly developed rule of law have serious human ri...

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ATHENS GUIDE

Collections of the Municipal Gallery of Piraeus
Collections of the Municipal Gallery of Piraeus

The Municipal Gallery of Piraeus also has in its possession the following:

Archaeological Museums of Athens
Archaeological Museums of Athens

The ground that the visitor of Athens walks on is full of ancient secrets and unrevealed miracles. Archaeological museums were created for the hospitality of all these ancient objects, that reflect today's frame of mind of the calssical activity.

Ancient Greek funeral traditions through the centuries
Ancient Greek funeral traditions through the centuries

The ancient Greeks had firm beliefs and customs associated with death and funerals. Many of these burial traditions developed over time and differ from the common Christian funeral and burial traditions used across the Western world.

Monastiraki Square
Monastiraki Square

The famous Monastiraki Square is located at the junction of Athinas Street and Ermou Street, under which the Metro Station is found.

Olympieion
Olympieion

The Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus (also known as Temple of Olympian Zeus) is the largest temple in all of Greece. It began being built by Peisistratus and took about 650 years to be completed.

Petraki Monastery
Petraki Monastery

Petraki Monastery is located at the center of Athens, in the densely populated district of Kolonaki, behind Evangelismos hospital. The entrance opens out into a miniature garden and the stunning Catholicon, which is devoted to the Bodiless Taxiarch Archangels.

Children's Clothes in Athens
Children's Clothes in Athens

Parents want the best for their kids. Just like toys with a learning effect, some things are very important for parents when it comes to clothing. Those who value environmentally friendly and healthily harmless materials should buy children's fashion in special boutiques.

Graffiti in Athens
Graffiti in Athens

It is almost impossible not to notice the amount of graffiti in Athens. Any surface that can be sprayed upon is usually covered with a maddening number of signatures and designs. Some are colorful and others are singly sophisticated tags that adorn the walls of the city.

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

Ziria Festival 2024 at Arch
Apr
27
Sat
Exhibition "Grand Tour"
Apr
26
Fri
Angelos Plessas "Personally Explored Temptation" six-year retrospective
Apr
26
Fri
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

Attica - The Department Store

Attica - The Department Store hosts over 360 shops and an array of over 860 designer names – with sectors of complete women’s, men’s, children’s fashion, homeware, accessories, cosmetics, café and restaurant. 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

By the Glass (Wine Bar)

A historic building of 1825 has been converted into an atmospheric wine bar equipped with a state of art wine machine that can serve up to 80 different wine labels as if they were just opened, with the Coravin method. Discover the secrets of wine 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

Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is a synonym of the luxurious lifestyle. The brand was founded in 1854 in France and in this store on Voukourestiou Street you will find high quality Leather Goods & Accessories, Women's & Men's shoes, Watches, Fine Jewelry and more

To Archontiko tou Lekka (Restaurant)

In an imposing mansion with a beautiful garden and a large terrace, families and children have a lot of fun here. The restaurant uses the best local ingredients and offers a wide range of Greek Mediterranean cuisine at fair prices. more

Zambri (Cafe & Bar)

Located in the heart of Kifissia, the motivated and friendly staff of Zambri All-Day Gastro provides their high quality barista skills and fancy cocktails. Likewise, you will be impressed by the tasty breakfast & brunch offer. In addition to their interesting lunch and dinner creations, the desserts - especially the delicious pancakes - are highly recommended. more

Vassilenas (Restaurant)

For over 100 years "Vassilenas" has been offering creative specialties and above all fresh fish. The restaurant used to be positioned near the port of Piraeus. In 2016, it was relocated to a beautiful spot in the center of Athens. It was transformed more

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