Sunday, 05 May 2024
Greece's unemployment rate declines to 10.2% in March 2024
Greece's unemployment rate declines to 10.2% in March 2024

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...

Mitsotakis: The expectation of the Resurrection fills us all with hope, strength and optimism
Mitsotakis: The expectation of the Resurrection fills us all with hope, strength and optimism

"Tradition dictates that we spend these Holy Easter days together with our loved ones. Our thoughts, however, must be primarily with our weakest fellow citizens, those who more than ever need our support these days, but also to all Greek uniform personnel, those who day and night, and these Holy days, they are fightin...

Measures against tax evasion and wage increases the two main sources of budget revenue growth in 2024
Measures against tax evasion and wage increases the two main sources of budget revenue growth in 2024

It is estimated that the interconnection of POS and cash registers can be an important tool, as well as the higher revenues from the income tax, which will be brought by the increases in the income of civil servants, the increase in the minimum wage as well as the new income calculation system for freelancers. The ...

The Greek Easter Traditions
The Greek Easter Traditions

With Greek Orthodox Easter just around the corner, a celebratory ambiance permeates the air. Curious about the quintessential Greek Easter customs? Here's a concise glimpse into the traditional practices!

Hellenic Presidency distributes Easter gifts to children in need
Hellenic Presidency distributes Easter gifts to children in need

The Presidency of the Hellenic Republic distributed presents to children living in protection facilities and hostels for minors on the occasion of Greek Orthodox Easter, as it did last year.

Athens transportation schedules over 2024 Greek Easter holidays
Athens transportation schedules over 2024 Greek Easter holidays

Mass transportation schedules in Athens will be adjusted for the Greek Orthodox Easter period, from Holy Friday to Wednesday after Easter. As in every year, transportation schedules will end before 23:00 on Holy Saturday, while the usual extension of Friday schedules to midnight will not be implemented on Holy Friday.

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ATHENS GUIDE

Harokopos Mansion (Building of Benaki Museum)
Harokopos Mansion (Building of Benaki Museum)

The Harokopos Mansion is one of the most stunning neoclassical-style buildings in the city center, across from the National Garden and the Hellenic Parliament. It was converted into a museum order to house the collections of Benaki Family - the Benaki Museum.

Shopping in Halandri
Shopping in Halandri

Halandri suburb has an exciting shopping area with pretty shopping streets. Andrea Papandreou Street is a long, traffic-calmed one-way street and passes the squares of Agiou Nikolaou and Eleftheriou Venizelou (Dourou).

Art Museums of Athens
Art Museums of Athens

There is a large variety of Museums that show off the history of the Greek art from the fringes of the Cycladic Era to our times, proving that the Greek civilizarion continues to produce remarkable works of art.

Bicycling in Athens
Bicycling in Athens

Bicycling in Athens is a quick, easy and eco-friendly way to appreciate the beauty of stunning seaside locations and wonderful pine-clad landscapes as the city provides both the serene atmosphere of the mountains and the pleasures of the sea.

Chocolates & Pralines
Chocolates & Pralines

A perfect choice for any occasion, chocolate is the soother of souls. Add pralines to it and you have a recipe for perfection! Read on below to find the right mix for you.

Ball Sports in Athens
Ball Sports in Athens

Ball Sports are forms of games or sports where a ball is used as part of the game. The best known and most popular sports are football (a.k.a. soccer), basketball, volleyball, and beach volley, which is extremely popular in Greece.

Nikos Kazantzakis
Nikos Kazantzakis

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.

Eating & drinking in Peristeri & Bournazi
Eating & drinking in Peristeri & Bournazi

Peristeri is considered one of the most densely populated suburbs of Athens, and yet you will be amazed by the varied and colorful gastronomy scenery. There are numerous traditional taverns and stylish bar restaurants, especially in the Bournazi district of Peristeri.

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

2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments Greece
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Party Like Its 1999
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"PaperCut" festival at Romantso
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09
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Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
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RedRoom Nights
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Mixer Latin Night
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1550 at Roha's Live Stage
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ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

Korres (Natural Cosmetics)

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

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

Balthazar Athens

This restaurant is located in a beautiful neoclassical villa in Ampelokipoi. During the summer months, diners can relax in the fantastic courtyard and feel like they are in an oasis in the middle of the great city. Since 1973, "Balthazar" is one of more

Dinner in the Sky

Dinner in the Sky, a unique experience that transforms a meal into a magical moment. A breathtaking culinary experience is only 50m above the ground and a "click" away. 1 table, 1 chef, 22 people and the Acropolis. Dinner in the Sky offers a very more

Sklavenitis (Supermarket)

This mega-supermarket is the closest to the city center and offers a good selection of greek and international products. The company is the largest retail group in Greece with 500 supermarkets in Greece and Cyprus. more

Neon (Kafeneion)

The NEON café in Omonia Square opened in 1920 and has always been a popular meeting place. After some years out of business, it was completely renovated and reopened by a chain of bakeries in 2013. However, the atmosphere of old Athens has survived. more

Dexameni Kafeneion

This is the oldest hangout in Kolonaki directly below the immense Hill of Lycabettus. Completely outdoors and under the pine trees (next the famous well of Kolonaki), sit on the cobblestone sidewalk and enjoy an ouzo with meatballs, fresh cut fries more

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