Plaka is the oldest area in Athens located under the Acropolis Hill, on its northern slope. Plaka owes its name to the Arvanites that settled there during the 17th Century and named this area pl(i)aka - meaning old - wh... more

Adrianou street starts at Thissio through Monastiraki and continues into Plaka. It divides the area to upper (pano) and lower (kato) Plaka and continues to the famous area of Anafiotika. more

The Plaka area is a favorite spot for walking, shopping and entertainment, both for tourists and Greeks. Plaka owes its name to a large stone slab found in the Church of Saint George of Alexandria, next to the ancient D... more

The general textile industry is one of the oldest and, in terms of employees and revenues, one of the most important branches of the manufacturing industry. Thus, even in Athens, most of the stores on the shopping stree... more