Friday, 26 April 2024
Tax refund telephone scams
Tax refund telephone scams

Οι καταγγελίες που έχουν αναφερθεί - έως τώρα - στις αρμόδιες υπηρεσίες της Περιφέρειας Αττικής, κάνουν λόγο για δήθεν επιστροφή παρακρατούμενου φόρου από τιμολόγια που έχουν εκδοθεί. Η Περιφέρεια Αττικής υπογραμμίζει πως σε καμία περίπτωση δεν πραγματοποιούνται τέτοιου είδους κλήσεις προς οποιονδήποτε πολίτη και ό...

Music Festival: Great Music / Family Fun at Stavros Niarchos Park
Music Festival: Great Music / Family Fun at Stavros Niarchos Park

From 11.00 in the morning until late into the sunset, the SNFCC will be filled with activities in all its spaces, the festival's focus being the Great Lawn: From the Playgrounds and the Water Jets to the Mediterranean Garden, the Outdoor Games Area, the Dome and, of course, the Canal, a variety of options will be avai...

Islands launch special visa program for Turkish visitors in diplomatic effort to calm region
Islands launch special visa program for Turkish visitors in diplomatic effort to calm region

The limited-access visa will allow Turks to visit 10 Greek islands for up to a week without having to apply for full access to the European Union’s passport-free travel zone, known as the Schengen area. NATO members Greece and Turkey launched several initiatives last year to try and sidestep decades-old disputes — ...

Racist violence surges in Greece, report finds
Racist violence surges in Greece, report finds

The network recorded 158 attacks in 2023, up from 74 in 2022. Of those, 89 targeted migrants, refugees or asylum seekers and 61 targeted LGBT people, it said. Violence was at its highest reported levels since 2015, when Greece was on the frontline of Europe’s migration crisis. The actual number is likely higher, ho...

Quake drill held on tourist island of Crete
Quake drill held on tourist island of Crete

Tourists rushed to evacuate the hotel, while workers in vests offered first aid to an injured woman in a tent as part of a quake drill dubbed “Minoas” after the mythical Cretan Bronze Age king. “It’s good, because then we know what we are doing in real situations,” said British tourist Leah Pickles, 36, one of the ...

Greece will continue to consistently serve democracy and the rule of law
Greece will continue to consistently serve democracy and the rule of law

"The report records, without further investigation, allegations by non-governmental organisations that are not independently verified," the foreign ministry said. "Precisely because of this indiscriminate recording, there is the appearance that all countries with a highly developed rule of law have serious human ri...

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ATHENS GUIDE

Function of Averof Battleship
Function of Averof Battleship

The floating museum serves to honor soldiers who gave their lives in sea battles for the sake of defending their country. Visitors learn more about the Hellenic navy and are introduced to technical information on navigation.

Averof Battleship Museum
Averof Battleship Museum

Found anchored at its Trocadero Quay home in Palaio Faliro you will find the Averof warship, which served as the flagship of the Royal Hellenic Navy and now has been converted into a floating Museum.

Greek Orthodox Weddings in Greece
Greek Orthodox Weddings in Greece

Many do not know that the Orthodox religion forbids weddings and Christenings to take place on certain days, so keep that in mind when searching for an available date.

Sightseeing in Faliro
Sightseeing in Faliro

The coastline of Palaio Faliro, between the Athens Marina, Flisvos Marina and the Flisvos Park is ideal for walking or cycling and there are many things to discover. If you walk along the beach in northern direction you will reach Piraeus. If you go south, you will reach the suburb of Alimos.

Monument of Philopappou
Monument of Philopappou

The Philopappou Hill which is located across from Acropolis took its name from the Syrian philhellene consul Gaius Julius Antiochus Epiphanes Philopappos, who was exiled in Athens between 75-76 and 87-88 A.D..

Solariums in Athens
Solariums in Athens

There are numerous venues that currently offer this service to choose from and get that tanning glow! For many people, the use of a solarium gives them a tan along with a feeling of well-being.

Athens Beer Festival
Athens Beer Festival

The Athens Beer Festival was launched in 2001 at the Alsos Kifissias, where it was hosted until 2002. That period was decisive for it becoming an annual event, attracting fermenting fanatics into a world where beer stars in all its genres.

Athens Car Rentals
Athens Car Rentals

In a European capital that is so far from the center of the continent, it is logical that the main percentage of its visitors will not come by car, as is more easily done with other countries. That, in combination of the fact that Greece has a lot to offer to its guest inside and outside of Athens makes the need to rent a vehicle all the more imperative.

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

Vangelis Dimitreas, Michael Parlamas exhibition "Discipline"
Apr
26
Fri
Antonis Remos - Eleni Foureira Live at Nox
Apr
27
Sat
Konstantinos Patsios exhibition "My father had a big nose"
Apr
26
Fri
Bolivar Summer Opening 2024
Apr
27
Sat
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
Apr
27
Sat
RedRoom Nights
Apr
28
Sun
Mixer Latin Night
Apr
28
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Dionysos Zonars (Restaurant)

Considered a landmark venue, it is globally well known as the cafe & restaurant providing a panoramic view of the sacred rock of the Acropolis and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Herodion). It combines a prime location with stylish renovated space and more

Capanna Trattoria (Italian Restaurant)

This pizzeria / trattoria was designed with the starting point of experiencing outdoor dining. Therefore, when the weather is warm enough, the floor to ceiling windows can slide upwards allowing the restaurant to spill out onto the pavement - giving 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

Passepartout (Cafe & Bar)

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

Kombologadiko

This family business has great experience in gift articles, especially Komboloi (def. worry beads). Find a large selection of handmade worry beads of every kind and size with value ranging between 5 to 5,000 Euros in an exceptional store. more

Venetis Bakery

Founded in 1948, Veneti is one of the oldest names in bakeries in Greece. They pride themselves on their traditional quality products of bread, pastry and all kinds bakery products, confectionery and other related sections. The branch at Megaron more

To Steki (Mezedopoleio)

Mezedolopeio "To Steki", located in the main town Aegina, directly at the port, behind the fish market. Every weekend there is live music with the voice of Nikolas Mavros, who offers you a wide repertoire of traditional Greek music and rebetiko. more

Guarantee

Athens' sandwich specialists since 1988! Try this popular sandwich and salad place, with high-quality ingredients, friendly personnel, and great variety! Don't miss drinking a fresh juice. more

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