The Tourkovounia are a small mountain-range in the Attica basin, northeast of Lycabettus, which is the highest point of the city. According to one version, their name derived from... more
In 1842, while Theophilus Hansen was building the Observatory funded by the national benefactor Georgios Sinas on the top of this hill, where dedications were discovered chiseled ... more
The archaeological area of Pnyx, located on Hill of Pnyx was the place of assembly of the city council. The famous speeches by Themistocles, Pericles and other important orators a... more
Strefi Hill is a small hill included in the City quarters of Exarcheia and of Neapoli - directly opposite of Lycabettus Hill. Since the 1840's until the 1920's, the hill was utili... more
The Areopagus Hill is the "Rock of Ares", located north-west of the Acropolis Hill. This hill is where court took session in the ancient times for the trial of murders. Enjoy the ... more
The Sacred Rock of Acropolis was chosen in the 5th BC century by Pericles because of a prophecy by the Delphi oracle as the ideal place for the materialization of the first part o... more
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Choose your packageThis classic, trendy bar restaurant is located in a stone house directly by the sea. The building dates from the 19th century and was used as an ammunition depot during the Greek Revolution. Here it is worth trying the cocktails after a good dinner more
At Mothercare you will find the well-known clothes for mothers and children, shoes, as well as the whole range of excellent games at the ELC Learning Center in the basement. more
The history of this toy store chain began as a small craft company that manufactured their own toys. Today there are many Moustakas throughout Greece which offer selected and exclusive games perfectly tailored to the needs of children and parents. more
The Mucca shop stands out with its sign that has a painted cow (in Italian "mucca" means cow). As soon as you step inside the store, your gaze will fall on the window bearing mountains of ice cream with many colors and flavors. more
Nearly all of the historic Greek artists are represented by some of their important works in the collection of the Municipal Gallery of Athens. Over half of the artworks that the gallery currently houses were acquired between 1930 and 1940. more
Visitors to the Museum of Illusion in Athens will be amazed at what their minds can be bent to do. Provided here is an engaging visual, sensory and educational experience via new, unexplored illusions. more