Thursday, 28 March 2024

ATHENS NEWS

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, ...

GR opposition party seeks to bring down the government over its handling of 2023 rail disaster
GR opposition party seeks to bring down the government over its handling of 2023 rail disaster

The Socialist Pasok party challenged the government following a newspaper report suggesting that audio leaked to the news media of rail officials had been chosen selectively to misleadingly indicate human error in the crash. The 3-day debate in parliament is due to end with a vote late Thursday. Prime Minister K...

Lamda Development says revenue from property sales in Ellinikon to exceed 500 million euros in 2023
Lamda Development says revenue from property sales in Ellinikon to exceed 500 million euros in 2023

In 2022, Lamda Development's investment portfolio value exceeded 3.0 billion euros, while revenue from house and commercial property exceeded 220 million euros. Athanasiou said that this year Lamda Development will launch the signing of purchase contracts for condos on the beachfront. Lamda Development said its ret...

Greece has become an attractive investment destination
Greece has become an attractive investment destination

He estimated that the economy will continue to grow faster than the eurozone and spoke about Greece's perspective to play a leading role in the field of renewable energy sources and technology center.  He underlined that the fundamental economic policy pursued has overall been successful. "We reasonably lowered tax...

Drone extravaganza lights up sky in Athens for Independence Day celebrations
Drone extravaganza lights up sky in Athens for Independence Day celebrations

The show was pre-announced by the Region of Attica and included 250 drone formations through coordinated lighting including 3D figures, logos, and words that alternated. They included images of a warship, 19th-guns, the naval cannon of the revolution, an Evzone, good wishes, and the Greek flag. In statements on the...

Flooded Greek lake a warning to European farmers battling climate change
Flooded Greek lake a warning to European farmers battling climate change

His small plot, near Lake Karla, is among tens of thousands of acres of cotton fields, almond trees and grazing lands that were wiped out by unprecedented flooding last year in one of Greece's key breadbaskets. 5 months on, much of the area - and a lot of expensive equipment - remain underwater. A pumping station m...

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ATHENS GUIDE

Major Arteries of Athens
Major Arteries of Athens

Coming and going to and from the center of Athens, there are three main arteries that are most useful.

Yoga & Meditation Studios in Athens
Yoga & Meditation Studios in Athens

Omm, Namaste - There is no need to tell anyone with a little bit of Internet experience that there are plenty of locations in the City of Athens to practice yoga or to meditate. Studios and gyms in the city offer courses that vary from beginner's lever to pre-natal or kid's classes.

Personalities of Modern Greek Theater
Personalities of Modern Greek Theater

They are the eternal stars of the Greek and international theater stages. Whether in front of or behind the scenes. The tradition of theater lives and thrives in Athens and Greece. These are some of the greatest personalities of Modern Greek Theater.

Petraki Monastery
Petraki Monastery

Petraki Monastery is located at the center of Athens, in the densely populated district of Kolonaki, behind Evangelismos hospital. The entrance opens out into a miniature garden and the stunning Catholicon, which is devoted to the Bodiless Taxiarch Archangels.

Toy Shops in Athens
Toy Shops in Athens

One should decide: Should you choose a smaller, specialty store or head for the big toy stores? Both have advantages and disadvantages.

Old Picture of the Prison of Socrates
Old Picture of the Prison of Socrates

On this historical picture we can see the Prison of Socrates. The picture was probably taken in 1890.

Hotels in Monastiraki
Hotels in Monastiraki

Residing in Monastiraki is exciting here is something going on here at any time of day or night. Many visitors and Athenians use the streets around Monastiraki Square to go shopping, eat and drink.

Gazi / Kerameikos
Gazi / Kerameikos

The area of Gazi got its name from the fact that the original Gasworks of Athens (established in 1857) was locate there - where the building complex of Technopolis now stands.

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

''Roba'' from the JEUDi team at PLYFA
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Angelos Plessas "Personally Explored Temptation" six-year retrospective
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Conway The Machine (Us) at Arch
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1550 at Roha's Live Stage
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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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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

Villa Grigio 46 (Bar & Restaurant)

Inside a beautiful courtyard with trees and an interior space of minimalistic aesthetics with a half-light, there is the "Villa Grigio 46" - an ideal destination for an evening outing. Here you will discover fine wines from Italy and Greece. more

Attica - The Department Store

Attica - The Department Store hosts over 360 shops and an array of over 860 designer names – with sectors of complete women’s, men’s, children’s fashion, homeware, accessories, cosmetics, café and restaurant. more

Jolie Môme Cocktail Bar

The most creative cocktails in the north of Athens are served at Jolie Môme Cocktail Bar. The professional staff creates small drinkable masterpieces in a unique atmosphere reminiscent of a Parisian bistro. more

Village Cinemas Rentis

The Village Shopping & More at Agios Ioannis Rentis, is a pioneering development project for the area, with 21 cinema halls with a total capacity of 4,606 people. The center has more than 750 parking places, restaurants, cafes, playground, designer more

Souvlaki Leivadia

In 1965, two friends had the idea to open a tavern in the center of Athens. This business still exists today and enjoys great popularity. At "Leivadia" you can enjoy Greek souvlaki by the stick with free bread under the shade of a plane tree. more

Mothercare

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

Stefana Gamou

Stefana Gamou at Voukourestiou Street offers a wide range of handmade wedding headdresses and other nuptial accessories at affordable prices. more

 

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