Major Sidewalk Upgrade Project Continues in Athens

By admin 18 Ιανουαρίου 2022 No comment

A major project for the upgrade of the sidewalks in Athens is underway in the city’s commercial center and neighborhoods, the Municipality of Athens announced on Monday. Budgeted at 24 million euros, the project started in July with the aim to improve safety conditions and the quality of life of people that live and work […]

Athens Simplifies Restaurant, Cafe, Theater Licensing Process

By admin 4 Ιανουαρίου 2022 No comment

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Opening restaurants, cafes, theaters, cinemas and other related venues in the center of the Greek capital is set to become easier after the Municipality of Athens and the Culture Ministry recently announced that they would be reforming licensing procedures. The two authorities said they were simplifying complex and tedious permit procedures in efforts to attract […]

Athens Rings in 2022 with Televised Concert, Fireworks Show

By admin 1 Ιανουαρίου 2022 No comment

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“This New Year marks a new beginning so let’s welcome it with optimism, hope and faith…” – Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis New Year’s Eve 2021 saw Athens’ skyline erupt in colorful fireworks as Greece ushered in 2022 on Saturday. The Municipality of Athens held a festive celebration concert on Lycabettus hill, against the background of the […]

Athens and Belgrade to Strengthen Tourism, Culture Relations

By admin 27 Δεκεμβρίου 2021 No comment

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Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis and Belgrade Mayor Zoran Radojičić The cities of Athens and Belgrade on Monday signed a memorandum of cooperation in an aim to strengthen their ties in a number of sectors including tourism and culture. The memorandum was signed by Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis and Belgrade Mayor Zoran Radojičić during a meeting […]

Athens Ready for the Holiday Season with Christmas Events Galore

By admin 8 Δεκεμβρίου 2021 No comment

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The Christmas and holiday season is on in Athens with 38 days full of music, theater, pop-up events and much more through to January 13. Athens municipality presented this week its schedule of holiday events set to take place in city neighborhoods and on main squares. An ice rink, six Christmas villages, open-air screenings and […]

Athens Mayor Awards Pope Francis with Gold Medal of Honor

By admin 6 Δεκεμβρίου 2021 No comment

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Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis giving the city’s Medal of Honor to Pope Francis. Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis on Sunday awarded Pope Francis with the Gold Medal of Honor – the highest distinction of the Greek capital – in recognition of his efforts, sensitivity and social contribution. The Pope arrived in Athens on Saturday and received […]

Athens has 11 Free Wi-Fi Hotspots for Residents, Visitors

By admin 6 Δεκεμβρίου 2021 No comment

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The Municipality of Athens is offering free wireless Internet access to residents and visitors in various parts of the city. Available in some of the city’s busiest neighborhoods, free wifi hotspots can be found in 11 locations, giving citizens the opportunity to save internet data and money. These locations include the squares of Syntagma, Iroon […]

Athens Mayor, Tourism Minister Plan to Reintroduce the Greek Capital to the World

By admin 3 Δεκεμβρίου 2021 No comment

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The Municipality of Athens and the Greek Tourism Ministry have agreed to launch synergies to establish Athens as a city open to visitors for all 365 days of the year, ideal for city breaks and hosting international conferences. “Together we will create a new integrated strategy that will allow us during the pandemic – and […]

Two Parks for Dogs Open in Athens

By admin 1 Δεκεμβρίου 2021 No comment

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The Municipality of Athens has opened two dog parks in the areas of Probonas and Neos Kosmos offering pet owners areas to take their four-legged friends for off-leash exercise and play in a secure environment. According to Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis, the two parks offer pet owners and their dogs the opportunity to enjoy their walks any […]

Athens Kicks Off Holiday Season with Christmas Tree Lighting

By admin 24 Νοεμβρίου 2021 No comment

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The City of Athens on Monday evening lit up a very impressive 19-meter tall Christmas tree at central Syntagma Square, marking the start of the holiday season in the Greek capital. The municipality’s Christmas tree features more than 60,000 colorful lights of a total length of 5km. It was transferred from Karpenisi to Athens and […]