Friday, 26 April 2024
Greece to raise monthly minimum wage by 6.4% to 830 euros
Greece to raise monthly minimum wage by 6.4% to 830 euros

The increase, which was widely expected, will benefit hundreds of thousand of workers, said the government, which survived a no-confidence vote on Thursday. The monthly minimum wage was raised by 9.4% to 780 euros in April 2023. "Today's decision will relieve workers without affecting the strength of the econo...

Olympic flame hand-over ceremony on Friday
Olympic flame hand-over ceremony on Friday

The transfer ceremony is scheduled to commence on Friday, April 26, at 6:30 PM at the Panathenaic Stadium (Kallimarmaro) in downtown Athens, featuring the presence of renowned artist Nana Mouskouri. The event will be hosted by Nikos Aliagas. Greek race walking champion Antigoni Drisbiotis will deliver the Oly...

Tax refund telephone scams
Tax refund telephone scams

The complaints that have been reported - until now - to the competent services of the Attica Region, refer to an alleged refund of tax withheld from invoices that have been issued. The Region of Attica underlines that under no circumstances are such calls made to any citizen and that this is an attempt at telephone...

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...

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ATHENS GUIDE

Embassies in Athens
Embassies in Athens

There are currently 85 embassies in Athens. However, Greece maintains significantly more diplomatic relations. Over 40 other countries, many of them are the African States or island States from the Caribbean and Pacific, are either not represented at all or only have an office / consulate in Athens.

Eating & drinking in Kolonaki
Eating & drinking in Kolonaki

Lovers of good food will get their money's worth in Kolonaki. There is a large choice of international cuisine, great wine restaurants, and sushi bars in this charming district of the city center.

Greek Fast Food Chains in Athens
Greek Fast Food Chains in Athens

The mode of every day living in the city is overwhelming. Running, stress and overtime don’t let you breathe, much more enjoy a quiet meal. Under these conditions snacks and fast foods have been introduced in Greece.

Cimon
Cimon

Cimon was born in 506 B.C. and died in 499 B.C. during the Siege of Citium either by a wound or by some form of illness. He was the son of Marathon warrior, Miltiades, and went through a difficult childhood due to his father’s conviction after the failed Siege of Paros.

Tatoi Royal Estate
Tatoi Royal Estate

This 10,000-acre summer palace was the main residence of the members of the former royal family of Greece - located 27 km from the city center of Athens. The fate of the Tatoi estate and the eponymous mansion found in the densely wooded southeast-facing slope of Mount Parnitha is undeniably connected with Modern Greek history since the 1880s.

Sightseeing in Koukaki
Sightseeing in Koukaki

Koukaki has become a popular district for Airbnb apartments in Athens in recent years. It is in close proximity to the Acropolis, and many museums; a perfect starting point for a city exploration.

Multispaces in Athens
Multispaces in Athens

Even though it is hard for Athens to declare that it has the same substructure of London or Paris to host artistic events, it would be a mistake for someone to say that there are not many areas for concerts and other shows beside the theaters.

Sightseeing on Kotzia Square
Sightseeing on Kotzia Square

This is perhaps one of the most beautiful squares in the city. Surrounded by numerous neoclassic buildings, among others the Town Hall of Athens and the Mela Building, the historic building of the National Bank of Greece.

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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"Women together" group exhibition with works from the EMST collection
Apr
26
Fri
Giorgos Hadoulis exhibition "New landscapes"
Apr
26
Fri
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
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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

Blue Bamboo (Thai Restaurant)

Blue Bamboo is a famous Thai restaurant in Ano Petralona. The open kitchen offers fresh food and you can watch the Thai cook preparing the tasty dishes. These are marked by the level of spiciness, and the cocktails and desserts are also a dream. 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

My Hood (Cafe & Bar)

Since 2013, "My Hood," located directly on Panormou Street, has been a fun place for young people from the neighboring Ampelokipoi area, whether it is a good cafe specialty and a pizza during the day, or premium cocktails at night. A special more

Santa Botella (Bar)

Located on Panormou Street, this popular bar offers coffee and snacks during the day, while later in the evening, night owls dance to the sounds of DJs or live music. more

TGI Fridays Athens

T.G.I. Fridays - the famous American Diner franchise has been wildly successful in Greece. Enjoy good old fashion burgers, an America on a plate with choices from Appetizers, Salads, Pasta, Chicken, Hamburgers, Sandwiches, Jack Daniel's Grill, Steaks more

Lito Fine Jewelry

The namesake of the beloved jeweler of Kolonaki. World-renowned - with sculpture studies at the Ecole Nationale des Beaux-Arts in Paris, and technical training in the Ecole de la Chambre Syndicale de la Bijouterie, Joaillerie et Orfèvrerie – Lito more

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