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

Pentelic Marble Quarry
Pentelic Marble Quarry

In the ancient era, Mount Pentelic was extremely famous for its marble. It was used for the construction of the Acropolis, as well as for other buildings of archaic Athens. The Pentelic marble is flawlessly white with a faint yellow tint, that makes it shine with a golden hue under the sun's light.

Zeus
Zeus

The King of the Gods, Zeus was the God of the Sky & Rain and Ruler of Mount Olympus - after having overthrown, Cronus - claiming the kingdom from his brothers Poseidon and Hades. It was well known that Zeus used thunderbolts as his weapon of choice. He used to throw them to anyone who defied him.

Athens Fringe Festival
Athens Fringe Festival

Athens Fringe Festival is part of the Athens Fringe Network, the first open professional network in Greece and has been a major success for 10 years.

Wedding in combination with Baptism
Wedding in combination with Baptism

The combination of nuptials along with the Christening of the couple's child has become very popular as of late in Greece. Having been witness to such an affair, one feels even more moved by the doubling of love and enthusiasm present.

Mikrolimano (Pasalimani)
Mikrolimano (Pasalimani)

On edge of Koumoudourou Beach in Piraeus is the ancient port of Mounihias - commonly known as "Mikrolimano" (def. "small harbor"). Fishermen dock their boats here, decorating the tiny coastline while at the same time bringing their fresh hauls to the lovely fish taverns directly in front.

Kiteboarding in Athens
Kiteboarding in Athens

In Athens, there are a lot of kiteboarding enthusiasts mainly because it is an intense and thrilling water activity that combines speed and stability and provides an amazing sense of freedom.

Museum of Greek Instruments
Museum of Greek Instruments

The Museum of Greek Instruments – Research Center for Ethnomusicology (M.E.L.M.O.K.E.) comprises the collection of about 1,200 Greek popular musical instruments dating from the 18th Century to the present day, the fruit of a half century of research and study by the musicologist Phoibos Anogianakis.

Kolonaki
Kolonaki

The area of Kolonaki is located north-east of Syntagma Square. Its name is derived from the Greek word «Κολωνάκι», meaning "Little Column" – which is a 2 meter column actually found in the main square.

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

Panos Kiamos & Katerina Lioliou, Tony Sfinos
May
10
Fri
Comeback Kid (Ca) Live at Arch
May
09
Thu
Dementia friendly concerts
May
23
Thu
COWBOYS & ANGELS with Alex Machairas and Valisia Odell
May
04
Sat
SIX D.O.G.S: STELLAR with Cirkle x ELISAVETA · Atypikal x Keeptress · 118119 X Icarus in love
May
04
Sat
Everything is allowed (Ola Epitrepontai)
May
11
Sat
RedRoom Nights
May
05
Sun

ATHENS BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Elias Gi (Restaurant)

"Eleas Gi" is the title of a legendary Greek story of the honored "olive tree". Therefore, everything is cooked with extra virgin olive oil, which is always added at the end, so we as to offer the authenticity of the Greek cuisine where indisputably 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

Attica - The Department Store

Attica - The Department Store hosts over 360 shops and an array of over 860 designer names – with sectors of complete women’s, men’s, children’s fashion, homeware, accessories, cosmetics, café and restaurant. 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

Made-in-Greece.gr (Online Shop)

This e-commerce marketplace hosts "pieces of work whose origins lay in the life, the heart and the spirit of our nation's people" - based on inspired creators. It promotes leading artists, as well as projects of cultural institutions and esteemed companies that give life, shape, and disseminate Hellenic goods. more

To Pachni (Tavern)

Friendly and warm atmosphere, good food and plenty of first class wine. All this is what makes this tavern so special and has established itself in recent years as a popular spot far away from the mainstream at the harbour. more

Goody's Burger House

This is the greek version of Mc Donald's, it is considered a healthier choice with more complex burgers, salads and pasta as well. Goody's Burger House is the largest fast food company in Greece with a fairly large market share. more

Zahoulis (Tavern)

A popular tavern in the heart of Glyfada, Zaharos celebrates good food and good companionship, according to Greek tradition. For 15 years, the family business has remained faithful to the recipes of their ancestors, providing guests with quality more

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