Sightseeing on Athinas Street
Sightseeing on Athinas Street
Vegetable stalls with fresh goods, many delicatessen shops with a variety of spices, nuts or coffee roasters melt together to give us the image of Varvakeios Agora.
Here, the abundantly pungent surrounding odors are sure to affect your nostrils. The meat and fish halls take some getting used to, but the daily hustle and bustle, especially in the early morning hours, is quite interesting to watch.
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