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

Frissiras Museum
Frissiras Museum

The Frissiras Museum of Athens is a unique Museum for European contemporary painting in Greece. It was founded by the Vlassis Frissiras family which is also responsible for the administration of the foundation that is made up of a non-profit organization.

Old Picture of Erechtheio
Old Picture of Erechtheio

This historical picture shows the the Erechtheio Temple, a part of the Acropolis in Athens.

Piraeus Passengers Port
Piraeus Passengers Port

Piraeus is the busiest port of Europe, since it serves almost 17,6 million passengers in 2013. Daily, tens of ships set sail from there for the Aegean islands and abroad. The portʼs installations serve the high volume traffic on regular basis, but mainly during peak hours – that is, during the summer months.

Electric Railways Museum of Piraeus
Electric Railways Museum of Piraeus

The Museum was created on November 2005 by Electric Railway employee Manolis Fotopoulos, and with a collection of 2,000 items (exhibition & warehouse) with over 3,000 books, documents, and photos, it will constitute the foundation for its expansion and the opening of a library.

Monastery of Daphni
Monastery of Daphni

The Monastery of Daphni is located west of Athens, almost in the middle of the distance between the ancient Iera Odos (the road to Eleusis). The first group of buildings of the Monastery of Daphni was built in the 5th Century A.D. and was enclosed by a strong, almost square, enclosure.

Plato
Plato

Plato was born in Athens or on the island of Aegina in 428/427 B.C. and died in 348/347 B.C. He was one of the foremost public figures who personified the Ancient Greek spirit and directly influenced the development of philosophy and human thought.

Jet Ski in Athens
Jet Ski in Athens

On the Athenian Riviera, there are a number of companies that offer the facilities and expertise needed to enjoy jet skiing. Actually, the term "Jet Ski" is a brand name and registered trademark of Kawasaki. It is a water vehicle that can carry up to 2 people.

Nightlife in Aigaleo
Nightlife in Aigaleo

Aigaleo is home to the University of West Attica which is the third largest university in Greece with over 50,000 students. Therefore, one can imagine that Aigaleo is by no means a suburb that has fallen asleep.

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

Release Athens Festival 2024
Jun
09
Sun
"The Epic Beach Party"
Apr
26
Fri
"Partara Separated" at Arch
Apr
26
Fri
Bolivar Summer Opening 2024
Apr
27
Sat
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
Apr
27
Sat
Mixer Latin Night
Apr
28
Sun
RedRoom Nights
Apr
28
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

360 Cocktail Bar

360 Cocktail Bar is a breathtaking cocktail bar located directly on Monastiraki Square - in the corner building of Ifaistou Street. Go upstairs and enjoy a drink from a list of 70 inspiring cocktails, with the suplement of the Monastiraki Square and more

Sardelaki (Fish Tavern)

Sardelaki offers more of seafood appetizer plates like small fry and kalamari, than it does big catches. Mostly an outdoor seating area with quick service and fresh ingredients, it's a great choice for customers who are on a budget. 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

Capanna Trattoria (Italian Restaurant)

This pizzeria / trattoria was designed with the starting point of experiencing outdoor dining. Therefore, when the weather is warm enough, the floor to ceiling windows can slide upwards allowing the restaurant to spill out onto the pavement - giving more

Oikonomou (Tavern)

Oikonomou is one of the oldest taverns in Athens, holding true to its reputation of quality and delicious homemade cuisine. Everyone says that dining in here is like eating at home. Customers usually love everything about it, mostly quality, nicely more

MAC Cosmetics

Make-up Art Cosmetics (MAC) has become a favored brand in the fashion industry and amongst many super star celebrities. The cruelty-free to animals company appeals to, "All ages, all races, all sexes". more

Chymopoieio

Fresh fruit juices in combinations of banana, apple, orange, mango, pear, strawberry or kiwi. Make sure to try the smoothies with Greek strained yogurt. We tried it and it was wonderful! In "Chymopoieio" you can choose from 2 recipes of soups that more

Athens Protasis

At Athens Protasis all jewelry is handcrafted, designed and produced in Greece with the best raw materials from around the world. The designers and manufacturers have loads of imagination and taste. Therefore, they have an artistic point of view and more

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