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

Byzantine Period of Athens
Byzantine Period of Athens

The city gradually acquires a Christian, medieval structure. During the Byzantine years, Athens went through periods of both prosperity and decline.

Collections of the Athens Municipal Gallery
Collections of the Athens Municipal Gallery

Find in the neoclassical spaces of the Municipal Gallery of Athens selected exhibited pieces from past art epochs.

Archaeological Museum of Piraeus
Archaeological Museum of Piraeus

Founded in 1935, the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus expanded from the Municipal Library in 1966 to the archaeological site of the Hellenistic theater of Zea.

National Gallery of Athens
National Gallery of Athens

Following 8 years of reconstruction activity for the expansion of its premises, the National Gallery of Athens is now again ready to receive visitors.

Acropolis Museum
Acropolis Museum

The building of the Acropolis Museum had been, for the Greeks, a decades old dream that became a reality in 2009. In particular, the first discussions for building a museum for the Acropolis on the rock had began after the creation of the Greek Nation.

Stop-over in Athens! Stay nearby Athens Airport
Stop-over in Athens! Stay nearby Athens Airport

You have only planned a short stay or a stop-over in Athens and are looking for a hotel close to the airport? Besides the Sofitel Athens Hotel, which is located right next to the airport, there are other attractive accommodations that are worth considering.

Shopping for Home & Garden
Shopping for Home & Garden

Many who have a garden appreciate this. Where to find garden furniture or designs objects in Athens?

Tourkovounia
Tourkovounia

The Tourkovounia are a small mountain-range in the Attica basin, northeast of Lycabettus Hill, which is the highest point of the city.

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

90s vs 00s metal
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Bury Tomorrow at Arch
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Vangelis Dimitreas, Michael Parlamas exhibition "Discipline"
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Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
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RedRoom Nights
Apr
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Mixer Latin Night
Apr
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1550 at Roha's Live Stage
Apr
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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Marks & Spencer

Marks & Spencer has a large variety of clothes, shoes, accessories, coats, jackets, sweaters and pajamas.. You come here to get a pair of pantyhose and end up buying a body lotion, a bra, cute slippers and you still feel a little stingy. more

Elias Gi (Restaurant)

"Eleas Gi" is the title of a legendary Greek story of the honored "olive tree". Therefore, everything is cooked with extra virgin olive oil, which is always added at the end, so we as to offer the authenticity of the Greek cuisine where indisputably more

Villa Grigio 46 (Bar & Restaurant)

Inside a beautiful courtyard with trees and an interior space of minimalistic aesthetics with a half-light, there is the "Villa Grigio 46" - an ideal destination for an evening outing. Here you will discover fine wines from Italy and Greece. more

The Greco's Project (Grill House)

"The Greco's project" offers mediterranean cuisine with an extensive menu ranging from traditional meat dishes, fresh salads, appetizers and vegetarian choices. more

To Kalympaki (Fish Tavern)

One of the most famous fish taverns in Elefsina. To Kalympaki offers in a welcoming and traditional environment with stone fireplace, traditional Greek cuisine, fresh fish and seafood, combined with fine wine, ouzo and great sea views. more

Votsalakia Restaurant

The restaurant "Votsalakia" is located on the beach of Selinia. It belongs to the famous Hotel Votsalakia. Even if you are not a guest of the hotel, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast, quality Greek food or just a coffee. The view to the Saronic more

Beer Academy

Established in the late 1990's by Mr. Ioannis S. Adamis. He created the first specialized beer restaurant in Athens (hundreds of beer labels previously unknown in Greece, original bottles and beer glasses). You can also enjoy German food such as more

Kellari Papachristou

This Vineyard is located near the airport at Spata, just outside Athens. The Vineyard is adjacent to the sea on the east side and Mount Hymettus (height 1026 meters) on the west side. The sea breeze and the cool air coming from Hymettus softens the more

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