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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

Traditional Coffee Houses in Athens
Traditional Coffee Houses in Athens

Since the 19th Century, traditional coffee houses have been a part of Greek life. In more rural areas, they are present everywhere. In bigger cities, they are being replaced by modern chains. But some traditional coffee houses still exist in the center of Athens.

Tennis in Athens
Tennis in Athens

Tennis is a highly popular sports activity in Athens with almost every municipality having at least one tennis court in its grounds to accommodate players of all ages. For the tuition of children, most tennis clubs organize Tennis Academies with basic or competitive programs.

Epidaurus
Epidaurus

Epidaurus was a small city in ancient Greece. Epidaurus theater is one of the most famous and beautiful ancient greek theaters in the world. Epidaurus, belongs to UNESCOʼs list of Sites of World Heritage.

Cafe & Restaurant of the Benaki Museum
Cafe & Restaurant of the Benaki Museum

There are several Benaki Museum venues in different buildings in Athens, where events of all kinds are hosted. The central building, on Vasilis Sofias Avenue & Koumbari Street 1, provides an excellent spot for a healthy meal or coffee, on the second floor - extending onto a lovely marble veranda, with hanging vines, overlooking the avenue and the Hellenic Parliament.

Cafe & Restaurant at the Cycladic Art Museum
Cafe & Restaurant at the Cycladic Art Museum

The Cycladic Cafe & Restaurant at the Museum of Cycladic Art, is a small atrium located on the floor level, towards the back of the building. The water fountain, with mosaic flooring, exudes relaxation while visitor can grab a light meal.

George Papanikolaou
George Papanikolaou

The famous Greek doctor, biologist and researcher, George Papanikolaou, was born in Kymi, Evvoia, on 13th March 1833. He studied Medicine at the University of Athens and, in 1907, he went to Germany where he attended biology lessons given by the Professors Haikel and Wieseman.

Solon
Solon

Solon was one of the seven sages of Ancient Greece and an eminent politician and lawmaker of Ancient Athens. He was born in 640 B.C. and died in 560 B.C. His most important achievement was his political and legislative reforms of 594/593 B.C.

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

Rockabilly Boogies / Dj Buddy67s
May
02
Thu
Elias Vrettos: For the second year at the "Mezzo Athens Party Stage"
Apr
27
Sat
Athens Big Band Flamenco Project
Apr
25
Thu
Bolivar Summer Opening 2024
Apr
27
Sat
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
Apr
27
Sat
RedRoom Nights
Apr
28
Sun
Mixer Latin Night
Apr
28
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Dionysos Zonars (Restaurant)

Considered a landmark venue, it is globally well known as the cafe & restaurant providing a panoramic view of the sacred rock of the Acropolis and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Herodion). It combines a prime location with stylish renovated space and more

Design Plaza

The way the furniture and interior design systems are presented in the "Design Plaza" is unique and worth a visit. In various showrooms covering more than 6,200 m², you can see, touch and of course also buy special pieces of furniture created by 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

Loumidis (Coffee Roastery)

One of the most famous coffee grinders in Greece! The traditional brand "Loumidis" offers fresh Greek coffee since 1920. If you are lover of coffee, the mere smell will convince you of its quality. more

Klimataria (Tavern)

Klimataria is one of the few taverns in Athens where generations have enjoyed the sweetness of good cask wine, the pleasure of traditional cuisine, and the sounds of remarkable musicians. Classic Hellenic recipes cooked in hulls located in the more

To Steki tou Mina (Tavern)

"To Steki Tou Mina" is a family managed restaurant in the port of Lavrio. Owner Minas and his wife Maroulitsa create authentic Greek specialties with an incomparable taste. Clean surroundings and a very courteous staff make the visit something more

To Lychnion (Tavern)

To Lychnion is one of the oldest taverns in Athens with a picturesque - traditional environment. It is housed in an old detached house one block below the bustling Panormou. Here you will be able to taste all kinds of appetizers and grilled dishes. more

Nike Store Athens

Located directly on Syntagma Square, at the beginning of Ermou Street, this modern, industrial-style store is owned by one of the world's largest sports equipment manufacturers - Nike. Find everything your heart desires from athletic footwear more

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