Sunday, 19 May 2024
Olive oil production higher - Prices gradually falling
Olive oil production higher - Prices gradually falling

However, although no firm conclusions can be drawn yet, there is a feeling that the harvest will be higher than last year's, which according to estimates reached between 130,000-150,000 tonnes, a record low. In the last month there has been a de-escalation in producer prices, which has not yet reached the final con...

Acropolis Museum with free entrance on International Museum Day
Acropolis Museum with free entrance on International Museum Day

It will also stay open longer, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., while the restaurant will be serving until midnight.  As on every weekend, visitors can enjoy the gallery tour “Saturday in the Museum with 20+1 masterpieces,” where archaeologists reveal the stories behind selected masterpieces.  To register for a spot on th...

Greece rescues 42 migrants off Crete, searches for 3 missing
Greece rescues 42 migrants off Crete, searches for 3 missing

A coastguard official said the migrants were rescued by commercial vessels and a Greek navy helicopter some 27 nautical miles southwest of Crete. It was not clear what happened to their boat, the official told Reuters on condition of anonymity, adding that a search and rescue operation for the missing was under way...

Event with theme "Olympism and the Olympic Truce, sport in the service of peace" was held at UNESCO HQ
Event with theme "Olympism and the Olympic Truce, sport in the service of peace" was held at UNESCO HQ

An event on "Olympism and the Olympic Truce, sport in the service of peace" took place on Wednesday, May 15th, at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris, under the auspices of the Permanent Representatives of Greece and France to UNESCO, Giorgos Koumoutsakou and Philippe Frank.

Greece arrests suspected criminal gang leader wanted by Turkey
Greece arrests suspected criminal gang leader wanted by Turkey

Greek police have arrested a Turkish national, the suspected leader of a criminal group wanted by Ankara for a range of crimes including manslaughter, Greek police and intelligence sources said on Wednesday.

Brief clashes erupt after pro-Palestinian march to Israeli embassy in Athens
Brief clashes erupt after pro-Palestinian march to Israeli embassy in Athens

Greek police clashed with protesters after a pro-Palestinian march to the Israeli embassy in Athens on Wednesday, Reuters witnesses and police officials said.

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ATHENS GUIDE

The most famous Ancient Greek Theaters
The most famous Ancient Greek Theaters

The construction of the ancient theaters of Greece is impressive. Likewise, the acoustic experience is something special, because you do not need microphones and even in the last row you understand every word.

Greek Music Clubbing in Athens
Greek Music Clubbing in Athens

An Ellinadiko highlights the lifestyle of patrons who enjoy a fusion ranging between international-style "clubbing" with Greek "tsiftedeli" (def. "belly dancing") in the same space.

Taverns & Greek Cuisine in Athens
Taverns & Greek Cuisine in Athens

Just as the cooking of every country uses the items that it produces, the recipes from Greek kitchens, traditional or contemporary, utilize the great variety of the local products.

Hills & Mountains
Hills & Mountains

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.

Nightlife on Omonoia Square
Nightlife on Omonoia Square

With only a few exceptions there is no real nightlife to speak of directly on the square. Omonoia Square, which is so busy during the day, can be quite empty late at night.

Different Types of Weddings in Greece
Different Types of Weddings in Greece

Apart from the desire of 2 people who love each other and want to live together, the desire to legalize their partnership may have religious and political motives. There are many different types of weddings especially relogious differences.

History of the Olympic Games
History of the Olympic Games

The Olympic Games belong to the world's largest sporting event. Every 4 years they are hosted in different cities of the world and reach over a billion viewers. They are organized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Football Clubs in Athens
Football Clubs in Athens

Olympiakos, Panathinaikos, and AEK are the most popular and successful clubs in Greek football. Panathinaikos has a long time rivalry with Olympiakos and the derby between the two teams is most of the times explosive, with violent incidents in the stadium and around it.

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

Love Solidarity Death (L.S.D.) | The Callas
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Ypatia Kornarou, Elissavet Efstathiou photo exhibition "Forsaken Places"
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Total Chaos at Temple
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Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
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25
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No More Fake Disco with Sadar Bahar
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Mixer Latin Night
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RedRoom Nights
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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

By the Glass (Wine Bar)

A historic building of 1825 has been converted into an atmospheric wine bar equipped with a state of art wine machine that can serve up to 80 different wine labels as if they were just opened, with the Coravin method. Discover the secrets of wine 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

Blue Bamboo (Thai Restaurant)

Blue Bamboo is a famous Thai restaurant in Ano Petralona. The open kitchen offers fresh food and you can watch the Thai cook preparing the tasty dishes. These are marked by the level of spiciness, and the cocktails and desserts are also a dream. more

The Scent

This temple of beauty comes at highly attractive prices with raw materials from natural ingredients. Bottles, perfumes, handmade soaps, fragrant creams for the body and hands, lip glosses, oils and salts. Many small gifts and articles for the more

Spit Jack (Steakhouse)

In this cozy restaurant near Syntagma Square you will sit in a living room atmosphere with an imposing chandelier, design elements and portraits of famous personalities. more

I Palia Fava (Tavern)

"I Palia Fava" (def. "Old Fava") is a tavern with the purpose to carry you to Athens of olden time, with decorations that remind us of the well-known taverns of the 1970s and excellent homemade food with fresh ingredients. more

Everest Syntagma

Flaky pastries, small cheese, and spinach pies dominate in the selection of small snacks for the daily consumer. The popular "Everest" chain also prides itself on sandwiches and toasts. Here you can choose the type of bread and the individual more

Cafe & Restaurant at Acropolis Museum

The Cafe & Restaurant of the Acropolis Museum is located on the second floor of the museum and offers a panoramic view of the impressive Acropolis Hill. The over 700 m² restaurant also has a stunning outdoor terrace. The menu offers a selection of more

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