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...
What can we say? The beaches in this country are just about the best in the world (without being overstated!). Until recently, rumors had the beaches near Athens "dirty" or "polluted". Today, this is completely untrue. The beaches of Attica are absolutely suited for swimming according to the authorities and the process of biological cleaning leaves no doubt.
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.
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation was officially presented to the public in 2017. During the same year, the Greek National Opera moved from the Olympia Theater in the center of Athens on Akademias Street to the state-of-the-art premises of the Foundation.
Nerio Acciaioli was the leader of Corinth and the offspring of a Florentine banking family. In 1385, he overtook the city of Athens and, in 1388, the Acropolis.
The Attica Zoological Park, is the sole zoo in all of Greece and home to nearly 2000 animals of 400 species. Open 365 days per year and receiving tens of thousands of visitors annually, the 49-acre private facility is a definite must-see for wildlife lovers of all ages!
The internationally famous composer Vangelis Papathanasiou, known also simply as Vangelis, was born in Volos on 29 March, 1943. He is a self taught musician, as has refused to take classical piano lessons.
Korais Square is the main square of Piraeus and serves as a microcosm of Piraeus itself, blending the old and the new while offering a window into the city's rich maritime heritage.
If someone were to pose the question, "Which is one of the most significant cities in all the chronicles of history," surely one of the most popular answers would be, Athens, Greece. The reason is simple. There are very few cities like Athens that have exhibited such major contributions to the shaping of human history and the spirit of humanity.
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.
On December 14, EMST opens the first solo exhibition in Greece of the Belgian-G...
The performance Roba is about two human figures traveling through time. A stran...
The songwriter from Crete, Voula Strataki, who already counts several years of ...
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 ...
"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
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
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
At the restaurant "Mannas Cook House" you will find multi-cultural cuisine with exceptional, exotic flavours. This new concept of multicultural street food is currently a hit on the island of Hydra. more
This is the most cherished hot dog stand in town (est. 1989). We suggest the boiled double-dog with all the toppings and a splash of tobasco. The spot opens in the late afternoon and remains that way until the early hours of the morning for those more
Located in a beautiful neoclassic building near Omonoia Square, "Interports" has been committed since 2000 to providing advice and the right equipment for sports men and women. more
Mainstream music and dancing, dancing, dancing. This is Jojo. Maybe the most popular club in Bournazi presently, but also a cozy spot for your early morning and evening coffee. And if you are a football lover, Jojo is the best place for you. more