Tag: ATTICA

The modern suburban train serves thousands of people every day and covers long distances, outside city limits, in a short time. But it is not the first public means of transport that does such a thing in Attica. In Old Athens there was already what we can call the "first suburban train". It was the railway that arrived from Athens to Kifissia and from there lead to Lavrion (A small town with great significance in antiquity times locate in the Southeast of Attica). The so-called "Beast." The Beast and its ...

It is without a doubt one of the most famous buildings in the capital. The Athens Tower is one of the trademarks of the city that does not go unnoticed. The tallest building in Greece is located in Ambelokipoi district, on Mesogeion Avenue and of course it has its own special history. The Athens Tower and its construction At a time when the maximum height of a building in Athens could not exceed 35 meters, an inscription that read"ANEGERSIS URANOXYSTOY PYRGOS OF ATHENS" (ERECTION OF THE SKY-SCRAPER "TOWER OF ATHENS")certainly ...

Attica,apart from its beauties, has several impressive and more mysterious places. Other more and other less well known. One of them is located in Lavrio and is called "Chaos". It is a truly rare monument of nature and is only a few kilometers from Athens. It is called Chaos and is located in the area of Kamariza, very close to Lavrio. It is a kind of crater with a depth up to 55 meters and a diameter of 120 meters. History and legend What is particularly impressive is its shape, ...

Sunday is always interwoven with strolling and relaxation. And in summer the beaches in Attica maybe filled, but in other times the parks and groves have their moment. And Attica has many options to have fun with your friends and family. Smaller and bigger parks, Αθήνας in the heart of Athens or a few kilometers away, whichever you choose you will find ways to have a good time and fill your <batteries> for the new week. See below five ideal parks for a Sunday stroll in Attica... Syngrou Estate Extended ...

Browsing memories and looking back one understands that the history of Piraeus is lost in the depths of the centuries. In fact, Piraeus was once an island, as its name states, which came from the verb "pereo" which means "I pass someone on the opposite side". Later, it was joined to the main land from the land of material downloaded by the torrents. Thus, a peninsula was created, the so-called "Piraeus peninsula". Piraeus and its recent history Today it is the first and largest port in the country. It is ...

I'm sure you've noticed that many areas where we live in Attica have double names. A name that is valid today but also the one that used to be in force. Many of these names in Attica, in fact, refer to the time of the Turkish occupation. An important factor affecting these names was undoubtedly the presence of the Arvanites. Some names can't even imagine what they might mean and what their etymology is. Let's go see some of these... Markopoulo, Attica It is a continuation of an old Arvanitikos ...

Just a few meters from Syntagma Square, in the center of Athens, is a well-hidden secret. For 160 years. It is the place where the heart of Alexander Ypsilantis rests. Few know it is embalmed in Athens. It is kept in the chapel of the Pammegistoi Taxiarches at 6 Stisihorou Street behind the Presidential Mansion. Along with his brother's heart, it is there as a reminder of the eminent history of one of the pioneers of the Greek Revolution of 1821. The Church of Pammegistoi Taxiarches Although most people go ...

There are places in attika where you go and go again. Favorite destinations especially on Sundays. Because Sundays are the days when you want to rest, see friends, and have fun. Go to favorite places, and in the evening come back ready to start the new week that begins. In exploringgreece.tv we gathered five very classic but also very favorite Sunday walks in Attica. Get ready for your next outing... Tatoi Estate for families and groups A breath from the center of Athens awaits you in, Tatoi Estate. The classic ...

Can you make a mini escape, not get out of Attica and have a great time? Of course you can! If you choose a suitable destination and you're in a good mood, it's all done. For the destination, we have a solution for you, get in your good mood and start for Vilia! A traditional village for a short getaway On the slopes of the mythical Kitherona, where according to Greek mythology Oedipus was abandoned, there is this mountain settlement that uniquely combines the charm of the mountain with the ...

If you love vinyl, old versions of books and antiques, then you definitely know Abyssinias Square very well. The most vintage corner in Athens is a popular destination for those nostalgic of older times. Abyssinias Square is one of the most famous squares of the historic center of Athens. It is located a few meters below Monastiraki Square, between Ermou,Hephaestos street and Agios Filippos streets. The name of the square and its history Abyssinias Square was formed in 1860. Its name comes from the ancient name of Ethiopia, which is ...

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 of the mountains next door to Attica suitable for one-day excursions and relaxing moments in nature. Hiking trails and routes If you love walking and hiking then immitos offers you many routes to enjoy nature but also to test your strength. Walking the dirt paths and you will discover in your way century-old monasteries and places with impressive views. One of the most popular routes is ...

It is definitely the busiest and most crowded square in Greece. It's the palce where people pass by imn order to go to their daily jobs. Tourists who visited Greece passed by it. For all people, old and young, who have gone for a walk or shopping in Athens, Syntagma Square is undoubtedly a trademark of the capital and one of the oldest in the country. It also belongs to the 100 largest squares in the world. The history of Syntagma Square Syntagma Square, in Athens, was named after the ...

What makes Parnitha stand out is, that everyone will find a way to have a good time there. Young and old will enjoy a one-day excursion all year round. But mostly in winter. Just a stone's throw from the center of Athens. Parnitha, a diamond of nature The mountain of Parnitha is located in a unique beauty , 30 km northwest of Athens. In this huge pine-covered National Park spanning more than 300 square kilometers live about 30 species of mammals and 120 species of birds. There are about 800 ...

Its an area of 256 acres covered for the most part with greenery. Veikos Grove is undoubtedly one of the green oases in Athens. Veikos Grove is located in the north of the Turkovounia and can only be described as one of the largest <lungs> in Athens. It is an ideal destination for walking for the young and old. It is a destination particularly popular in the spring and summer months. However, you will see people walking and do sports in the colder months of autumn and winter. The name ...

The old Athens has many stories to tell and some of them relate to the names of various streets and squares. Such a story concerns the Agamon Square which of course has now been renamed. This is Americis Square which, as it turns out, has changed its name not only once but twice. It is located on the west side of Patision Street and only two kilometers away from Omonia Square. The square has even given its name to the wider area that surrounds it. When Agamon Square in Athens ...

Athens may now be a capital of millions of inhabitants but things were not exactly the same about a century ago. In fact, it was more like a province. A small growing town. Athens in the 1900s a was very different city from the one that it is now. Athens and its economy At that period commerce blossomed in Athens, as well as various crafts, there was also great construction activity which created jobs for several of the many available labouring hands. Of course there was a great deal of ...

A verdant area, 49 acres large, that is definitely an oasis in the bustling city of Athens. And surely, Goudi Park is shaped into becoming exactly that. An organized recreation center and a sports area, where the Athenians find a way out, traversing only a few kilometers. Entering from the main entrance, you have the opportunity to choose which path or pedestrian route you would like to follow. Each one will to take you to a different part of the park. If you choose the main route, you will come ...

Walking through the streets of Athens, you may definitely have noticed buildings that are different from all others. They stand out among the apartment blocks and the modern buildings of Athens. They present a differtent archotectural style to the city. We are talking about the formidable neo-Gothic towers of the Greek capital. Their style and aesthetics are reminiscent of historic palaces of the Central Europe. You will see arched gates, sharp bows and Frankish ornamentations. It is the ultimate implementation of the Gothic architectural style in the heart of the ...

You may have never noticed them. But you should observe them. Let your mind run in other earlier times. The stone lighthouses in Attica stand for years in their place having an otherworldly charm that can fascinate you. Lighthouses in Greece have been reference points for many years. Not only for the seafarers but also for the visitor. The one who will stand before them and admire their beauty up close. They dominate the edge of the land and the view from them is riveting. Attica could not but have ...

Every Christmas, for the last 8 years, the Frozen Kingdom takes shape and invites you to live a fairy tale. Santa Claus's Kingdom opened its doors again in Paiania this year and takes you to the mood of the most beautiful celebration of the year. Where is the Frozen Kingdom? You will find it in the covered exhibition area of MEC Paianias in an area of 13,000 sq.m. This year and for the first time, it was extended to the outdoor areas of the exhibition centre as well. What you ...