Clean Monday is not only a religious observance but also a cultural event that celebrates the onset of spring, embracing renewal, cleanliness, and spiritual reflection. Clean Mond...
Clean Monday is not only a religious observance but also a cultural event that celebrates the onset of spring, embracing renewal, cleanliness, and spiritual reflection. Clean Mond...
The action comes 5 months after the worst rains in Greece flooded its fertile Thessaly plain, devastating crops and livestock and raising questions about the Mediterranean country's ability to deal with an increasingly erratic climate. Under EU rules, countries need to update once in six years their flood managemen...
It also aimed at fostering dialogue and partnerships between U.S. and local stakeholders in the field of disability rights. The event, which was fully accessible and included signature interpretation, was held on Wednesday morning and facilitated networking among organisations by introducing a "speed-dating" format...
Since 2019, the National Research Foundation’s research team, in collaboration with the Culture Ministry, has conducted four research missions on the island, using archaeological and historical evidence, sources, and references ranging from Homer’s Iliad to recent years. The shipwrecks date from 3000 BC, the Classi...
According to the rating agency, the challenges for the Greek economy include a big current accounts deficit, while the size of the tourism and shipping sectors make the economy vulnerable to external shocks and any improvements to economic resilience by expanding the export base will take time. A continuation of ec...
Where the Greeks will have a Clean Monday Starting with the carnival destinations, which traditionally star with high occupancy, Patras, Xanthi, Skyros, Rethymnon, Naoussa, Kastoria, Tirnavos, Kozani, Ioannina, Kefalonia, Rhodes, Amfissa, Kalamata, Galaxidi and Corfu will attract Greek visitors from every corner of...
The changes were showcased at a grand event held at the Hellenic Olympic Committee on Tuesday, where the HOC thanked the sponsors and supporters of the Greek team, presented High Priestess Mary Mina and new ceremonies' composer Dimitris Papadimitriou, as well as the new black-and-white robes that will be worn by the p...
Several supermarket chains are announcing their arrival in Greece to attract customers. Sure, if you are a visitor in Athens and you live in a hotel, you have to buy the daily things of life. But the growing number of airbnb apartments also attract visitors to a supermarket.
The University of Athens is the oldest building of the "Athenian Trilogy" (built during 1839 and 1864) and was designed by the Danish architect Christian Hansen, older brother of Theophilus Hansen.
Those of you with the economic wherewithal will be enthused to hear that there are plenty of companies in Athens that are more than happy to cater to your every need. If jewelry tickles your fancy, you will find what you are looking for downtown.
The Areopagus or Areios Pagos is the "Rock of Ares", located north-west of the Acropolis Hill. This hill is where court took session in the ancient times for the trial of murders.
The fact that one third of the area of Aigaleo is an industrial zone does not mean that there is nothing to discover here. The shopping facilities are diverse and range from traditional clothing and family-run stores to well-organized shopping malls.
The Athenians saw for the first time cinema in 1897. The screening of this animation caused lively reactions and the new spectacle became a permanent topic of discussion and cause of many publications.
The suburb Agia Paraskevi is known for its exciting going out entertainment, which mainly serves audiences from the eastern suburbs.
The Marathon Museum was founded in 1975 and lies dominant in an idyllic location within close distance to the renown tumulus of Marathon. The museum's exhibits cover the ages of the Prehistoric to the late Roman eras.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Athens is a city of great outdoors with many activities and opportunities to enjoy nature and wildlife in a mild Mediterranean climate.
One hundred and sixteen works by the leading painter Michal Oikonomou, who was ...
On Thursday, March 21, Giakov Giurovski takes over the music on the second floo...
It is the passion for the authentic. The knowledge of the classic and the searc...
The explosive 1550 band kicks off the winter season every Wednesday thereafter....
The iconic Greek clubbing party series at "Ola Ellinika" in Gazi. At this awes...
Sundays just got a new colour and it’s totally RED!! Join the very special part...
Every Sunday Roha's Club opens its doors and welcomes you for a very danceable ...
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
The most creative cocktails in the north of Athens are served at Jolie Môme Cocktail Bar. The professional staff creates small drinkable masterpieces in a unique atmosphere reminiscent of a Parisian bistro. more
"The Greco's project" offers mediterranean cuisine with an extensive menu ranging from traditional meat dishes, fresh salads, appetizers and vegetarian choices. more
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
Pleiades is a famous mezedopoleion in Petralona! You should taste the platter, served with cooked potato and melted cheese on top accompanied with a white wine. more
Their mission of Starbucks is to inspire and nurture the human spirit - one person, one cup, and one neighborhood at a time. Customers feel a sense of belonging, because these stores become a haven, a break from the worries outside, a place where you more
All accessories that you see in fashion magazines can be found clustered in these stores. Low prices, many different styles and offers inspired by the catwalks. Scarves, gloves, hats, bags, purses and costume jewelry fill the whole place. more
Fans say that if you're a vegetarian and living in or visiting Athens don't miss a meal at this great new addition to the Athens vegetarian scene. Great food, lovely atmosphere, friendly service. Try the guacamole it's divine and don't miss one of more