Georgia Lemos

The Ancient Mascot of Athens

Athens

By Georgia Nakou

The Ancient Mascot of Athens

Athena’s feathered friend, the owl, represents not only the city but also…

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Plaka, the Aged Lady

Athens

By Georgia Lemos

Plaka, the Aged Lady

Ask anyone which is the prettiest part of Athens and they’re bound…

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Plaka Stops

Athens

By Georgia Lemos

Plaka Stops

Small jewels hidden in the embrace of the old town

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Anafiotika, an Urban Island

Athens

By Georgia Lemos

Anafiotika, an Urban Island

If Plaka is a treasure trove in the hodge-podge that is Athens,…

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Athinas Street: A Modern-Day Bazaar

Athens

By Georgia Lemos

Athinas Street: A Modern-Day Bazaar

Pedestrians and motorists jostle each other on this bustling thoroughfare, as smells…

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Psyrri: The Art of Transition

Athens

By Georgia Lemos

Psyrri: The Art of Transition

From a working-class neighborhood of artisans and craftsmen in the 19th and…

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Monastiraki: the Go-To Place

Athens

By Georgia Lemos

Monastiraki: the Go-To Place

In this crazy neighborhood, you can find just about everything under the…

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Psyrri Stops

Athens

By Georgia Lemos

Psyrri Stops

Any visitor to Athens should not miss a walk through the labyrinth…

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heatwaves and the tourism miracle of athens

Athens

heatwaves and the tourism miracle of athens

Unprecedented heatwaves and record tourist numbers in Athens are challenging daily life and straining city resources.

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7 greek islands for the ultimate autumn escape

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7 greek islands for the ultimate autumn escape

Escape to Greece this fall and discover serene islands with fewer tourists, beautiful weather, and authentic…

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peloponnese unveiled: 3 idyllic weekend getaways

Peloponnese

peloponnese unveiled: 3 idyllic weekend getaways

Only a few hours’ drive from Athens, the most diverse region of Greece offers countless opportunities…

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discover sifnos: a perfect 3-day island getaway

Islands

discover sifnos: a perfect 3-day island getaway

Beaches, historical sites, and local cuisine: discover the best of the Cycladic island of Sifnos in…

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discovering the diverse charms of naxos

Islands

discovering the diverse charms of naxos

Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades, demonstrates how tourism can complement cultural heritage and primary…

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aegean balcony: 8 island bars with unmatched views

Islands

aegean balcony: 8 island bars with unmatched views

Imagine watching the sunset over the sea while sipping a cocktail. These bars on Syros, Paros,…

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who were the amazons?

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who were the amazons?

Who were the fierce Amazon warriors of Greek mythology, and why did they captivate the Greek…

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the harvest, the hearth, and the heart of karpathos

Islands

the harvest, the hearth, and the heart of karpathos

In Olympos, a remote village on the island of Karpathos where tradition reigns, Kalliopi plants, harvests…

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