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...

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...

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.

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

Athens Segway Tours
Athens Segway Tours

The Segway provides an excellent alternative approach for exploring the city of Athens that combines historical information with an easy and pleasant ride on these fun and eco-friendly vehicles.

Collections of the Archaeological Museum of Poros
Collections of the Archaeological Museum of Poros

The exhibitions of Archaeological Museum of Poros covered in the 2 rooms include findings from all over the region o Trizinia and some of the area of Ermioni. The museum possesses sculptures, inscriptions, and architectural components from Trizina, Kalavreia, and Methana.

Mycenaean Burial Traditions
Mycenaean Burial Traditions

The Myceneans lived in Greece from around 1.750 BC to 1.050 BC, and were considered the first distinctively Greek civilisation. There are archaeological excavations from this time period showing luxurious homes, art, and their urban centers.

Athens Tower
Athens Tower

The Athens Tower is the tallest building in Athens and all over Greece. It is 103 meters high and is of 28 floors, while next to it there is a smaller building of 65 meters long.

Demosthenes
Demosthenes

Demosthenes was born in 384 B.C. and died in 322 B.C. He was the most famous orator of Ancient times in addition to being a popular political figure in Athens. He came from a very well off family, but the death of his father when he was 7 years old gave his legal guardians to embezzle his wealth.

Vravrona (Archaeological Site)
Vravrona (Archaeological Site)

In Attica, one of the earliest, most revered sanctuaries used to be the sanctuary of the Vravronian Artemis. During the Neolithic Period, at the inner bay of Vravrona, an important settlement was established.

Walter V of Brienne
Walter V of Brienne

Walter V of Brienne assumed the governance of Athens in 1308 after the death of his cousin, Guy II de la Roche. He had the blessing of the King of Naples and strived to expand the borders of his rule to Thessaly.

Eating & drinking in Koukaki
Eating & drinking in Koukaki

Koukaki district near the Acropolis offers a wide variety of restaurants and snack bars. Here you will find everything from old-established bakeries and Kafeneion to multicultural Mexican or Indian specialties.

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

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Athens Cannabis Expo 2024
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Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
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RedRoom Nights
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Mixer Latin Night
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1550 at Roha's Live Stage
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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

The Greco's Project (Grill House)

"The Greco's project" offers mediterranean cuisine with an extensive menu ranging from traditional meat dishes, fresh salads, appetizers and vegetarian choices. more

Daphne's Restaurant

Daphne's Restaurant on Lysikratous Square offers Greek and International cuisine. The indoor sitting room is quite attractive, but in the summer is more preferable to sit outside. A preferred destination of visiting public figures from the more

Balthazar Athens

This restaurant is located in a beautiful neoclassical villa in Ampelokipoi. During the summer months, diners can relax in the fantastic courtyard and feel like they are in an oasis in the middle of the great city. Since 1973, "Balthazar" is one of more

Treno sto Rouf (Bar & Restaurant)

This theme restaurant is located only 10 minutes from the area of Gazi. Here you can embark on a journey of taste and culture in the cozy old coaches of an abandoned railway. A romantic dinner in a pre-war Italian dining car, or an unforgettable more

Le Grand Balcon (Restaurant)

Le Grand Balcon (at Hotel Lycabettus) offers creative cuisine in an award-winning domain with romanticism and a wonderful view, under the leadership of Hector Botrini. Try the pate de fois gras of "Earth and Sea". more

Falafellas

A alternative to street food at the very center of Athens... falafel for all! This chickpea dish is very popular in the Middle East as a fast food. A favorite among vegetarians, it is served as a sandwich, stuffed in pita bread with lettuce, tomatoes more

Accessorize

All types of accessories for women and girls from the popular London based store spanning bags, purses, jewelry, belts, hats, scarves, flip flops, hair accessories, swimwear, underwear, footwear, pets accessories and Accessorize Angels for little more

Brooks Brothers

As the oldest clothing retailer in the USA, "Brooks Brothers" has been committed to upholding traditions and values for nearly 2 centuries. Located in the center of Athens, the label has also established itself as an exclusive men's outfitter in more

 

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