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

Ancient Greek funeral traditions through the centuries
Ancient Greek funeral traditions through the centuries

The ancient Greeks had firm beliefs and customs associated with death and funerals. Many of these burial traditions developed over time and differ from the common Christian funeral and burial traditions used across the Western world.

Athens International Airport
Athens International Airport

With nearly 700 departures and arrivals of aircraft daily, and over 28 Million passengers in 2023, Athens Airport «Eleftherios Venizelos», Athenians and world travelers have come to rely on the "ACI EUROPE Best Airport Awards 2023" as one of the most important hubs in Europe.

Sportswear in Athens
Sportswear in Athens

Finding good, functional sportswear that is ideal for walking, jogging, or swimming requires good research. There are many brands of sportswear, but they are often spread out across department stores.

Athens Municipal Swimming Pools
Athens Municipal Swimming Pools

There are a variety of public municipal swimming pools found throughout the City of Athens. Either indoor or outdoor, these in-ground pools provide an oasis for visitors during the sweltering summer months.

Hills of Athens
Hills of Athens

If you have ever been in even-level cities, you should have notices that they lack points offering view. This may be the essential difference from the cities with hypsometrical ranges and fortunately Athens belongs to the later.

Collections of the War Museum
Collections of the War Museum

The exhibition areas of the War Museum of Greece span over 4 floors and display images of Hellenic history from antiquity to present time.

Seafood at Athens City Center
Seafood at Athens City Center

Possibly one of the most important of the recommendations to be made is where to find fresh fish in the city center and not by the sea.

Collections of the Ancient Agora Museum
Collections of the Ancient Agora Museum

The collection of the Museum of Ancient Agora includes clay, bronze and glass items, sculptures, coins and inscriptions from the 7th to the 5th Century B.C., in addition to samples of pottery of the Byzantine period and even the Turkish occupation.

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

Greek Final Wacken Metal Battle 2024
Apr
28
Sun
Vassilis Nikolaou sculpture exhibition "Bodies of Matter, Spirit and Time"
Apr
26
Fri
Antonis Remos - Eleni Foureira Live at Nox
Apr
27
Sat
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

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

Peri Lesvou

On Athinas Street, between Omonoia Square and Monastiraki Square, there is the grocery store of Peri Lesvos. Authentic traditional products from Lesvos and Limnos from pasta, honey, ouzo and wines to cosmetics made by the hands of Island’s more

Daphne's Restaurant

Daphne's Restaurant on Lysikratous Square offers Greek and International cuisine. The indoor sitting room is quite attractive, but in the summer is more preferable to sit outside. A preferred destination of visiting public figures from the more

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

Gallery Demeter

Gallery Demeter in Plaka offers high quality, handmade replicas of famous archaeological museum pieces. Here you can find armor, helmets, and statues made of bronze, marble, and ceramic. more

Miran Delicatessen

If you like to eat real pastrami and soutzouki, you must go there. Grandfather Miran, the first owner, hails from Konstantinoupolis and knows delicacies and delights. They offer many local products such as spices, cheeses, meats and delicacies from small Greek producers. more

Kebaptzidikon «To Gnision»

Kebap is a famous delicacy all over the world. Kebab is basically anything roasted on a spit. At Kebaptzidikon «To Gnision» in Voula you will find excellent quality food, all handmade and with large portions. more

Bozikis

The Bozikis company is a family owned business operating since 1932, in the footwear trade. It has a huge range of products, preferences, and styles and is always seeking updated designs, combined with excellent quality and comfort, in shoes. more

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