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

Greek Orthodox Weddings in Greece
Greek Orthodox Weddings in Greece

Many do not know that the Orthodox religion forbids weddings and Christenings to take place on certain days, so keep that in mind when searching for an available date.

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.

Hadrian's Library
Hadrian's Library

Built as a part of a project to re-design Athens by the philhellene Roman Emperor Hadrian in 132 A.D., the Library of Hadrian housed the State archives and philosophical Academies and acted as a spiritual, educational and cultural center. It is located on the north side of the Acropolis, immediately north of the Roman Agora.

Hera
Hera

Raised by the Titans Oceanus and Tethys, Hera was Zeus's wife. Her role as the supreme Goddess was to be the one that protects marriage, childbirth and especially married women.

Poros Island
Poros Island

Poros Island is one of the most popular islands of the Saronic Gulf, is a destination ideal for enjoying wonderful holidays. Surrounded by greenery and a beautiful natural environment, you may enjoy summer moments of pleasure and relaxation.

Cafe & Restaurant at the Goulandris Contemporary Art Museum
Cafe & Restaurant at the Goulandris Contemporary Art Museum

After this enjoyable journey into the world of art, having truly recharged your batteries, indulge in a transcendent experience at the "B&E Goulandris Café-Restaurant".

More monuments of the Ancient Agora
More monuments of the Ancient Agora

The archaeological area of Ancient Agora is very extensive. Here you can walk labyrinthine through nature which releases the remnants of this unique culture from time to time. Some other archaeological highlights are the following.

Travel Agencies for Weddings
Travel Agencies for Weddings

The proper selection of a travel agency specializing in honeymoons is very important and one of the most interesting parts of organizing any wedding. Many international celebrities have chosen their romantic honeymoon in Greece. Indeed, many of them combine both their nuptials with their honeymoon, wishing to make it a "Greek style!" affair.

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

2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments Greece
Jul
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Paola - Nikos Makropoulos at "Fever"
Apr
26
Fri
Despina Vandi & Giorgos Sambanis
Apr
26
Fri
Bolivar Summer Opening 2024
Apr
27
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Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
Apr
27
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Mixer Latin Night
Apr
28
Sun
RedRoom Nights
Apr
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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Elias Gi (Restaurant)

"Eleas Gi" is the title of a legendary Greek story of the honored "olive tree". Therefore, everything is cooked with extra virgin olive oil, which is always added at the end, so we as to offer the authenticity of the Greek cuisine where indisputably more

Riviera Coast (Bar & Restaurant)

The Riviera Coast is an enchanting environment, very nicely landscaped, with proper lighting, with nice view to the sea and tables next to the beach. It works from morning for coffee, night drink and with an excellent restaurant. 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

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

Couleur Locale

Established in 2014, Couleur Locale has given the historic center of Athens a new and contemporary "local color". The all-day bar is located on the 3rd floor and offers a breathtaking view of the Acropolis Hill. In a friendly atmosphere and soft more

Forget Me Not

This shop is located in a historical building because the revolutionary Theodoros Kolokotronis once lived here when he visited Athens. "Forget Me Not" has created another "revolution" in Greek design. Here you will find very beautiful, high-quality more

To Koulouri tou Psiri

To Koulouri tou Psiri is a famous bakery that sells the most delicious "koulouria" (def. "round sesame breadsticks") in the city. It has been there since the 1960s and it is family-owned. Every generation follows the tradition and the passion of more

JYSK Athens

It is the second major Scandinavian (Denmark) furniture company entering the Greek market, starting in Athens. Good prices and great variety. It has everything for the home, from ironing boards to beds. Frames, paint brushes, even the missing pillows more

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