The first concerns the eurozone's growth rate in the second quarter of this year which, according to initial indications, shows clear signs of acceleration compared to the first quarter (0.3%). The second concerns the course of inflation which, despite remaining stagnant in April at 2.4%, is nevertheless estimated to ...

From an average of $4.15 billion in the three-year period 2017-2019, they reached $6.7 billion in the three-year period 2021-2023, an increase of 62% as the Greek economy experienced significant growth rates. In 2020, they had fallen to $3.2 billion, but this was due to the coronavirus pandemic that led to a halt i...

The number of unemployed persons amounted to 492,867, down by 47,319 compared with March 2023 (8.8%) and by 24,176 people compared with February 2024 (4.7%). For women, the unemployment rate fell to 13.8% from 14.6% in March last year and for men to 7.2% from 8.7%. By major age groups, in the 15-24 year old grou...

Nikos Kazantzakis, one of the most important Greek writers of the 20th Century, was born in Iraklion, Crete, on 18th February 1883, and died on 26th October 1957.

The neoclassical building of Iliou Melathron was designed and built in 1878 by Ernst Ziller, intended to be the home of archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann, who was doing excavations in Troy (Ilium).

On and around this very famous street in Plaka, which is mostly a pedestrian area, there are numerous impressive neoclassical buildings, art galleries, and museums. A visit to the oldest house in the city, the Mansion of Venizelos, is recommended.

The Athenian coastline a.k.a. "Athens Riviera" is something not to be missed during the warm seasons. Nevertheless, the beauty of this landscape cannot be denied and should be taken advantage of to the uttermost degree!

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.

At Korres you will find great products for hair, body and face care, all manufacturer in Greece based on the advantages of natural ingredients. The goal of Korres is to develop innovative and clinically effective skincare products based on natural more

Passepartout is a place to enjoy a night of fun in heart of Kolonaki. Reinforced with awesome classic cocktails (they also stock Arizona iced teas), finger food, cold plates and sweets. The funky lights, the red brick wall and the "hanging garden" by more

The Riviera Coast is an enchanting environment, very nicely landscaped, with proper lighting, with nice view to the sea and tables next to the beach. It works from morning for coffee, night drink and with an excellent restaurant. more

"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