Friday, 19 April 2024
Grecotel invites foreign and Greek guests to participate in the customs of Greek Easter
Grecotel invites foreign and Greek guests to participate in the customs of Greek Easter

Activities for the whole family, fine gastronomy and customs that are revived in the truest Greek celebration, accompany the charofolio of services that visitors will encounter. Those who choose Corfu Imperial and Eva Palace in Corfu, in addition to the custom of Botis, will have the exclusive opportunity to experi...

Building collapse in Pasalimani: 8 workers free - Contractor detained
Building collapse in Pasalimani: 8 workers free - Contractor detained

However, the contractor of the building work is still being held, accused of violating Article 286 of the building regulations and general building regulations. He received a deadline and is expected to apologize to the investigator next Saturday, while the owners of the 2-story residence are also being sought. ...

Easter Bazaar by SOS Children's Villages at Syntagma Metro
Easter Bazaar by SOS Children's Villages at Syntagma Metro

According to an announcement by SOS Children's Villages, these are gifts and candles that will delight young and old and decorations that will highlight every corner of the house, garden and terrace and will give an Easter touch of joy to all areas. The entire Easter collection is also available in the SOS Children...

European Patients' Rights Day: The 14 rights that need to be strengthened
European Patients' Rights Day: The 14 rights that need to be strengthened

It includes the following 14 rights: Right to preventive measures, access to care, information, consent , free choice, privacy and confidentiality, respect for patients' time, adherence to quality standards, safety, innovation, avoidance of unnecessary suffering and pain, individualized treatment, right to cancel, rig...

LAMDA Development: malls and marinas achieve new record high - Ellinikon project sees first profitable year
LAMDA Development: malls and marinas achieve new record high - Ellinikon project sees first profitable year

The group's total consolidated operating result (EBITDA) before asset valuations and other adjustments amounted to a profit of 132 million euros in FY2023, compared to a loss of 13 million euros in FY2022. Malls (4 in operation): operating profitability before valuations and other adjustments (Retail EBITDA) reache...

"Polar air current" is coming: temp drops forecast by 10 degrees
"Polar air current" is coming: temp drops forecast by 10 degrees

As he says in his post, the "polar storm" will also bring snow to the mountains and heavy rains. In detail, the post of the meteorologist is as follows: "Good morning! "The polar jet stream is displacing dust and dropping temperatures by 10 degrees! Also bringing snow to the mountains and heavy rain Friday-Satur...

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ATHENS GUIDE

Play Football in Athens
Play Football in Athens

Just like everywhere, football (known as soccer to US fans) is the prime sport in Greece and even more so after the glorious win by the Hellenic National Football team in the Euro of 2004!

The Greek National Theater today
The Greek National Theater today

The National Theater finally became a legal entity governed by private lawʼ in 1994. Along with its new legal status, the National Theater has a new Director, Nikos Kourkoulos.

Athens for Relaxation
Athens for Relaxation

And in this area, Athens, as a crossroad of the nonchalant East and the energetic West, could not fall short - offering its visitors soothing proposals in welcoming spaces that promise high levels of self-care.

Municipal Swimming Pools in Athens
Municipal Swimming Pools in Athens

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.

Squares of Historic Center
Squares of Historic Center

The squares in the old districts of Athens like Plaka, Monastiraki, Thissio, and Psiri are exceedingly charming and often smaller than the squares in the modern part of the city.

Athens Tram
Athens Tram

A wise culture said, "Past loves are never forgotten". The tram was one of the most affectionately remembered modes of transportation to Athenians, as it was used mostly in its history for people to enjoy its lavishness!

Parnitha National Park
Parnitha National Park

Parnitha Mountain lies 30 km northwest of central Athens and the Parnitha National Park occupies the central volume and spans over the highest parts of the mountain, which is part of the "Natura 2000" network. The park extends over 3,800 hectares and was declared in 1961 with the intention to preserve and protect the mountain and its wildlife.

The Erechtheio
The Erechtheio

Another jewel on Acropolis Hill is the Temple of Erechtheio with the world famous Karyatides. The Erechtheio was built as a replacement of the older temple of Athena that was destroyed by the Persians, around 420 B.C..

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

Joezi at Botoxe
Apr
19
Fri
Magenta Flaws, One of Vas at Romantso
Apr
20
Sat
Rockabilly Boogies / Dj Buddy67s
Apr
25
Thu
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
Apr
20
Sat
RedRoom Nights
Apr
21
Sun
Mixer Latin Night
Apr
21
Sun
1550 at Roha's Live Stage
Apr
24
Wed

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

Jack's Lounge Glyfada

"Jack's Lounge" in southern Glyfada is a hip, chic place that offers refined International and Greek modern cuisine. It also boasts a wide range of cocktails where every detail is meticulously attended to and music events in an intimate atmosphere. 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

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

Athinaikon Restaurant

Athinaikon Restaurant on Mitropoleos Street is a branch of the long-established tavern in the pedestrian zone of Themistokleous. The chef refines traditional meat and fish dishes and complements them with the finest herbs and creations. The result is more

Chopard Athens

Founded in 1860 by Louis-Ulysse Chopard in Switzerland, the watch and jewelry manufacture is synonymous with high-quality jewelry and exceptional watches, whereby great importance is attached to handicraft and the highest possible vertical more

Kosmikon (Patisserie)

One of the largest confectioneries in Greece is the "Kosmikon" chain. You should start from the "galaktoboureko" (a custard concoction which is an institution for the specific pastry shops, since they specialize in it from 1961 until today). more

Sushimou (Japanese Restaurant & Sushi)

Despite its small space that covers only a few square meters, it is designed in a way to make you feel that you are participating in the sacred art of preparing and serving sushi. The talented Chef Anthony Drakoularakos, who prepares each order in more

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