A great idea for your next one-day excursion. You may not want to leave Attica to enjoy your dives, but in the end you probably don’t have to. This is…
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A unique wetland next to you You imagined that a breath away from Athens might be a destination where you would encounter unique images, even flamingos. Yes, there is. Just…
Enjoying your swim in the clearest waters Greece stands out worldwide every year for its clean beaches. This was the case this year after winning second place in the world…
There are many well-known beaches in Attica. But few are so beloved that someone can go there fanatically. One of them is the so-called Erotospilia. It is a magical beach…
Attica! A place with many hidden treasures and secrets that all they do is wait for you to discover them. Hidden beaches and blue waters you will encounter exploring Attica….
Ideal beaches for play and safe swimming The beaches of Attica very often surprise us with their beauty and the fact that they offer clear and shallow waters, a breath…
Located a short drive time away from the center of Athens Attica has many hidden <corners> and secrets that you probably don’t know. For example, you may never have heard…
Crystal clear waters and golden sand an hour away from the center of Athens Looking on the Αττικής coast of Attica for long beaches to take a comfortable swim without…
You don’t leave Attica, but you pass by like you are in the country side. Attica is ideal for one-day excursion because you can quickly reach idyllic places that you…
When was renamed the well-known district Over the centuries and the various historical events, it makes sense that many regions of Attica and Greece in general have changed their appearance,…
An exotic place an hour away from the center of Athens Attica is full of diamond beaches that if you discover them, you will hardly get away. One of them…
A deserted and wooded beach in Attica Attica has beaches for all tastes. Small and larger, organized or not with shallow or deeper waters. For the most part, they offer…
If you are looking for something different for your Sunday swim in Attica, you must explore and discover and enjoy small and beautiful beaches that will win you over and…
When you arrange a swim in a beach Attica, the first thing you think is that you don’t want to delay,but you just need to relax without wasting a lot…
Swimming in the special coast of Aegina… It wasn’t the first time we went to Aegina but it was our first visit to one of the most special beaches on…
Attica has such a rich history that it surprises you every time you discover it. Facts, stories, myths, and legends follow its various regions. They are also followed by various…
Its name may refer to the strong northwest wind, but as far as Attica is concerned, you should know that it can easily refer to a hidden and small beach….
Exploring wonderful Greece, you can see how many beauties you may encounter and how many places with a rich history there are that you do not know. Small or large…
A hidden corner worthy to visit it A little further from our nearby beaches in Attica, where we can’t imagine, real diamonds may be hiding. Beaches you never imagined, isolated…
In less than an hour away from Athens you will be swimming in clear waters Among the many famous beaches of Attica, there are those that are less well known…
Its interesting and unknown history The history of Greece’s old public buildings is often much richer and more complex than we imagine. All you have to do is read stories…
The secret place and the stoa close to you… No matter how much you explore Attica, you will always discover a place of particular interest that you probably didn’t know….
What and why was it called that… Over the years the regions of Attica have experienced various historical events and have changed a lot. Not only in their appearance but…
Forty minutes’ drive from the center is enough to find yourself in Flambouri, or else on the balcony of Athens. No matter how many times you go up to Parnitha,…
Why should we be jealous of Hyde Park when we have Parnitha? We went to Buffy’s Shelter and we loved it! Nor should we envy New Yorkers for Central Park….
An exciting journey through Mount patera that will take you to Corinthian gulf and to Porto Germenos. Since we’re officially in spring, I thought I’d take a walk in to…
Endless sand and clear waters Summer may be over but the dives on the beaches of Attica can continue in the autumn. Especially on a beach like Marathon. A spread…
Exploring Attica we discover treasures that we wouldn’t even think they exist. Even in areas we may think we know well. One of them is Bravrona. And yet there is…
You will be there quickly and you are going to enjoy it … It’s like being on an island close to Athens, but you haven’t actually set foot on a…
The green oasis in Athens Fairies danced in its ground, according to legend. The ancient Athenians observed the tops of its hill to predict the weather. The Franks called it…
The man behind the revival of the Olympic Games and the Zappeion Mansion The list of national benefactors of Greece is long. People who spent a lot of money from…
Nostalgic halls of another era Today the digital age and the intense competition may have made the 7th Art lose its romantic color, but in some corners of Athens, the…
New York, Tokyo and London lead the race – See the full list The capital of Greece was evaluated in more than 160 indicators Athens is a historic city. It…
The interventions that will highlight the urban forest of the capital One of Athens’ most iconic sightseeings will change in the next 1.5 years Within the next 18 months, Lycabettus…
A diamond in the urban environment, a unique proposal for Athenians and tourists In the 1980s, many families who decided to go down to Athens for a walk had the…
The history of the Splinter Stone in the heart of Kolonaki district. Even if you have been to Lycabettus only once (which is hardly possible) the view explains why the…
Details of the construction of the tallest building in Greece It is without a doubt one of the most famous buildings in the capital. The Athens Tower is one of…
The history of the capital of Greece is lost in the depths of the centuries Athens is known to be one of the oldest cities, not only of Greece but…
Their favorite places and the way to have more fun. Athens is a top destination for visitors from abroad, especially during the summer season. This can also be seen from…
Athens has changed a lot over the centuries and with it many of its famous monuments. Others were damaged and others were the subject of interventions over the years. Some…
Details from traces of the centuries in her life One cannot question the beauty of Athens. It may have changed a lot and and passed through various stages, over the…
The, once upon a time, artists’ favorite hangout Athens is the city that can win your heart over the details. And make you love her because of them. Its picturesque…
When neoclassicism in Athens came to its apogee. Ornamental buildings that have graced Athens for years. Architectural diamonds from great artists who invested their art in Athens as if it…
The avenue that takes you through to Patisia District to the natinla road to Thessaloniki Walking the streets of Athens you may have wondered many times about what this place…
Athens, in many places, looks like an open museum with the various statues reminiscent of moments from the past. Many of them have their own story sometimes more straightforward and…
Almost half of the population of the country lives in Athens divided into its dozens of regions and districts. Some of them, in fact, are unknown to many and are…
Athens changes over the years and with it the neighborhoods, people and well-known parts of the city change. These changes could not be missing from the names of many areas…
Where does this name comes from? Greece and Hellas. They are the usual ways we know that they call our country. But there is also a people who call Greece…
How the old Agora and the Acropolis was The perception we have of Old Athens usually comes from black and white photographs of the early 20th century. They show us…
The “incoraptible glory” of a unique archaeological site. There is a lot that makes Athens special and one of them is certainly its history. Its rich history from antiquity to…
Athens has different and more mysterious charm at night. A unique glow that starts from the Acropolis and spreads throughout the city. On the days when we stay home, many…
For many years Thission district has been the favorite walk of the Athenians especially during the summer season. Who has not started his walk in front of the station of…
The history of the church which is special Walking in the center of Athens,Plaka, Anafiotika, or Monastiraki you will definitely see small churches that you may not have noticed. Most…
Why was it named the “Montmartre of Athens” Metz is a district in Athens that has definitely left its imprint. It is the refuge of architects, painters, intellectuals and all…
Walk in the neighborhood of dreams It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and picturesque neighborhoods in Athens. A walk in Plaka relaxes you and makes you feel that…
From Aeropagitou street to Monastiraki district, every walk is a new experience Athens is definitely not the place where you’ll get bored. You’ll always find something to do to get…
The islander aura of a district with a long history Athens and its neighborhoods have usually beautiful and special stories following them. Many of them travel through the third century…
The most beautiful “gallery” over Athens If you have ever searched for a place of romance in Athens, then it is sure that Lycabettus hill is one of your first…
The Tower of the Winds and its usefulness If you often walk around the centre of Athens, it’s more than likely that you may have noticed this special monument. It…
The most favourite walkabout in the city centre If there is a classic and favourite place for a walk in the centre of Athens on a Sunday, it is none…
Many may consider our capital a city full of exhaust fumes, but Athens has many parks, which, besides being green lungs for the city, are good for a visit if…
We have certainly made hundreds of walks in Athens passin by various places that have a long and special history. One of them is a point you’ve probably passed by…
The uniform of Theodoros Kolokotronis (one of the great heroes of the Greek Revolution) dominates the place and so does the… heart of Canaris! Time travel with exhibits from the…
A journey through time where memories are mixed with information 6,000 unique exhibits lead the passenger to space and time At the Electric Railway terminal in Piraeus, there is the…
Half an hour away from Athens there is a beautiful forest that invites you to meet it You’re not to far, but you’re not for the usual stuff in Attica….
We all have a very specific perception of the Acropolis and the Parthenon as to how they look for a long time However over the centuries it has undergone various…
More or less we all know that the image of Athens today does not resemble that of the ancient times. The sights and monuments still remain reminiscent of the old…
A story from the Old Athens The old Athens has many stories to tell and some of them relate to the names of various streets and squares. Such a story…
A secret that few know, even though they often pass outside of it. Just a few meters from Syntagma Square, in the center of Athens, is a well-hidden secret. For…
Back when the “barrels” (the place where the traffic warden stood was round and like a barrel) were filled with anything, from drinks to electrical appliances If you have spent…
The innovations, the queues in Patision avenue and the arson that led to the collapse If you were a kid in Athens in the ’80s then you’d probably have a…
A beautiful atmosphere in the Syntagma Square – The surprise of the spectacular projection mapping The rain didn’t seem to intimidate the Athenians in Syntagma Square. The city is illuminated….
The shop at Psyrri’s District that makes all heads turn its way. Thousands of balls, hundreds of thousands of lamps, millions of ornaments and gift bags! Artificial snowflakes, lead soldiers…
Where the child takes the main role. Christmas for children is a joy, a game and a fairy tale. Theme parks are being set up all over the country to…
One of the most interesting free shows that will take place in Athens Athens has been decorated and lives in Christmas rhythms. In many squares and neighbourhoods, events are organized…
What you can do, with or without children, on holidays in the Greek capital Athens is in good spirits at Christmas and free activities and events are increasing these days….
Tastes and aromas of an older era As you place your foot at their entrance, you will think that you have been transferred back in time. Cookhouses with authentic recipes…
Who it owes its name to, and how an abandoned land came to life. Rizopoulos invested his money buying a large field of land in the area, changing it forever!…
Aktaion” hosted dozens of celebrities of the time and was then turned to dust – This is its story it is September of the1900’s. On a plot of New Faliro…
Retro images of another era As in every Christmas, Athens has done its best. There is the Christmas tree in Syntagma Square, lamps everywhere and music in the streets. Today’s…
The interesting story from old Athens Attica has experienced many changes and historical events over the years, some of which are of particular interest. This is also the case with…
Precious relics of history… Athens, 186 years after its official proclamation as the capital of Greece and the establishment, in the same year, of the Municipality of Athens (1834), acquires,…
Ther are hidden diamonds in the exhibition of the museum in Metaxourgio Exhibits show the influence of movements on Greek artists A small historical treasure in Athens. The destination is…
One of the few caves with carved anaglyph statues on its walls Attica hides many secrets and locations that many may not know. Places and attractions you may have been…
Destination for walking, hiking and cycling You want to get away from the bustling everyday life, but you can’t go anywhere far. there’s Immitos next to you. It is one…
A little treasure waiting for you to discover it. The parks of Attica give daily breath of oxygen to the millions of inhabitants of the capital. Others better known and…
In Pikermi, there is the “Mill of N.D.” built in 1876 Since you’ve gone that far, take a look at the Paleontological Findings Exhibit. When you think of what can…
Athens is full of secrets and stories from the past. And how could the Acropolis and its monuments that have been standing there for thousands of years not have its…
One of the most famous finish lines Kallimarmaro Stadium: A glorious finish for the Athens Authentic Marathon What venue could be more ideal for the finish of the Athens Authentic Marathon...
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How to find your starting block in the Athens Authentic Marathon So you have reached the start line! Be ready to take your place at the start blocks, not later...
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How to deliver your clothes before the Authentic Marathon Race Your mind is definitely on the race, but before that there are some small matter to take care of, such...
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Things to know of the start line facilities The Athens Authentic Marathon start area offers all necessary services for the runners You are all registered and ready to go so...
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Easy transport to the Authentic Marathon Start Venue Transportation to the Athens Authentic Marathon Start Venue is easy as everything is taken care of by the Organizing Committee. On the day...
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Things to know when you arrive Important first steps for your participation in the Athens Authentic Marathon Your participation in the Athens Authentic Marathon starts at the welcoming desk at Athens...
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See how you can participate in the Marathon Athens Authentic Marathon is a unique experience attracting thousands of runners Participating in the Athens Authentic Marathon race is beyond doubt one of...
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A unique museum of world history and culture The Acropolis Museum is Top choice museum in Athens facing the Parthenon This dazzling modernist museum at the foot of the Acropolis'...
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Discover Greece comfortably and cheaply via bus and train Greece is not famous only for its islands and by travelling in the mainland you will discover many important destinations. The...
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Public means of transportation for every need and budget Athens is a vibrant city and its public means of transportation operate accordingly to cover the needs of both locals and...
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See how to use the public transportation network Feel like a local: Go around Athens using the public means of transportation The Athens transportation network covers a wide variety of...
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Important Info about your Transactions during Your Holidays in Greece. Money and currency tips for the visitor in Athens and Greece in general. Europe was an ancient Greek princess, mother...
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Important Tips and Information. How to rent a cheap car in Athens. With a rented car you can visit the wider Attica region and beyond at your own pace If...
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Choose from the top a jewellery Present Greek Jewellery: a centuries old tradition and the best gift to take back home Greece has a long tradition in jewellery making, dating...
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Plenty of opportunities to do your shopping in Athens To do your shopping in Athens you need…money, so let’s first check banking hours. Banks open Monday through Friday from 8...
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Easy ways to explore the historical center of Athens This video is about all things to see in Athens in a very unique and quick way. A good map and...
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Athens International Airport: Getting to and from Athens in about 50' There are several efficient ways for getting into the center of Athens from the Athens International Airport, whether or...
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The first necessary steps that will make your trip to Greece easier Your travel agent, the local Greek Embassy or consulate, are the first stops you should make if you...
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Five not-to-miss stops in Athens if you are short of time This video recommends the must see monuments of Athens. Even if your visit to Athens is only limited to...
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The Theocharakis Foundation, an important addition to the Greek cultural scene In 2005 the Theocharakis Foundation bought and restored one of the last standing old buildings in the centre of...
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Discover four centuries of Jewish life in Greece in one museum More than four centuries of the life of the vibrant Jewish communities in Greece are presented in the Jewish...
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All you need to know about the evolution of pottery through the ages What could be a more appropriate location for a Traditional Pottery Museum than the original area where...
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The Glyptothiki, Athens' own sculpture museum in the midst of a beautiful park The National Glyptothiki is a sculpture museum in Athens, an annex of the National Gallery of Greece....
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The Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum : the art of jewelry at its best The Ilias lalaounis Jewelry museum is located in one of the most atmospheric neighborhoods of Athens, very...
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A true pillar in Greece's cultural life The Benaki Museum, Greece’s finest private museum contains the vast collection of Antonis Benakis, accumulated during 35 years of avid collecting in Europe...
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Impressive historical memorabilia in a landark Athens building Specialising in memorabilia from the Greek War of Independence (1821–27), the National Historical Museum houses Byron’s helmet and sword, a series of...
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Immerse in the Byzantine world in the middle of modern Athens Thematic snapshots of the Byzantine and post-Byzantine world are exceptionally presented in expansive, well-lit, multi-level galleries, clearly arranged chronologically...
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Focusing in the ancient cultures of the Aegean and Cyprus The Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens is dedicated to the study and promotion of the ancient cultures of the...
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When in Athens do as the...Athenians do! So what is it like to live in Athens as a visiting foreign student? A group of American students staying in Athens, living...
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Tell the time like a Greek and impress everybody Now that you have learned to count in Greek from 1 to 100, it is time to learn how to tell...
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Easy ways to master how to count in Greek from 1 to 100 This video will teach you how to count in Greek. Ena, dio,tria and there you are! You...
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Gia sou or hello! Let's move on with basic Greek phrases Gia sou or hello again! Let’s move to number two of our lessons on absolutely essential words and phrases...
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Greek for...beginners can be easier than you think It may sound… Greek to you, but a few simple Greek phrases can take you a long way in your vacation in...
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From Aegina's port you can explore the entire island by bus There are three bus lines on the island of Aegina, all leaving from and returning to the main bus...
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Aegina's rich history is gloriously manifested in the temple of Aphea and the site of Kolona Ancient Aegina was an affluent state with considerable power and influence over the entire...
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So close to Athens, Aegina is the perfect choice for an easy getaway from the city routine Aegina is a lovely island in close distance to Athens. This is why...
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Aegina is an ideal getaway at a stone's throw from Athens There is nothing easier than getting from Athens to the island of Aegina in the Saronic Gulf. Piraeus is...
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Easter is a unique occasion to explore Greek traditions and customs Easter is a great time to be in Greece for many reasons. First of all even if you are...
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The history of war in Greece in one museum in the center of Athens If you pass by stationed warplanes right in the centre of Athens you probably are outside...
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Plaka, the heart of old Athens, takes you to a trip back in time Plaka, located under the Acropolis, has a history of more than 3.500 years and its charming...
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Monastiraki: a harmonious blend of tradition, shopping and relaxation Monastiraki is where the heart of Athens beats, an old part of the city which nestles under the Acropolis. Monastiraki square...
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Areopagus Hill: Immerse in history while enjoying panoramic views What to see in Athens apart from the Acropolis and other top sites? This is a common question among visitors while...
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