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Ippokratous and Asklipiou: Two Streets, Infinite Microcosms

Discover a vibrant neighborhood where nightlife, art, and culture collide – a hotspot where locals and tourists blend, history meets modern life, and every street tells a unique story.

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The Secrets of Amalias Avenue

Discoveries along Amalias Avenue, from the Katakouzenos salon to St. Paul's Church, and from Civil War bullet marks to bay windows.

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Greek Street Names: Tracing the Episodic Narrative of a Nation’s Identity

Street names in Greece reflect the country's long and fascinating history. Here we explore how the most prominent streets and squares got their name.

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15 Places to Eat and Shop on Apollonos Street

Apollonos Street in the center of Athens boasts a fruit and vegetable store and a number of fine restaurants, boutiques, cafés, and jewelry stores, giving it a character of its own.

From Mets to Koukaki: Athens’ Hippest Streets for Food, Drink and More

Athens

By Zoe Parasidi

From Mets to Koukaki: Athens’ Hippest Streets for Food, Drink and More

Particular stretches of road in different residential neighborhoods in the city center…

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Where to Go in Plaka: A Guide to the Neighborhood of the Gods

Athens

By Alex King

Where to Go in Plaka: A Guide to the Neighborhood of the Gods

A guided stroll (with map!) through the most famous neighborhood in Athens,…

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Areopagitou Street: Walk Like an Athenian

Athens

By Ifigenia Virvidaki

Areopagitou Street: Walk Like an Athenian

Strolling on the city's most popular pedestrian promenade and one of the…

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wagamama: the new addition to athens’ heart that’s upgrading the local food scene

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wagamama: the new addition to athens’ heart that’s upgrading the local food scene

Wagamama brings its signature blend of traditional Asian flavors and modern twists to the vibrant heart…

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christmas in epirus

Mainland

christmas in epirus

Whether it’s the charming town of Metsovo or the picturesque villages of Elati, Paramythia and Vourgareli,…

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pozar baths: a winter escape to northern greece’s natural wonders

Mainland

pozar baths: a winter escape to northern greece’s natural wonders

A visit to the thermal waters of Pozar Baths in Aridaia is an invitation to unwind…

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a guide to falling in love with athens

Athens

a guide to falling in love with athens

Explore the timeless beauty of the Greek capital, where ancient myths meet contemporary discoveries.

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the neoclassical marvels of syros: bridging history and culture

Islands

the neoclassical marvels of syros: bridging history and culture

While some historic buildings teeter on the brink of collapse, many others have been restored and…

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watch out! the kallikantzaroi are about!

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watch out! the kallikantzaroi are about!

Mischievous Greek goblins, the Kallikantzaroi emerge during the Twelve Days of Christmas to wreak havoc and…

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thessaloniki’s top chef-approved dining spots

Thessaloniki

thessaloniki’s top chef-approved dining spots

We asked eight of Thessaloniki’s most celebrated chefs to share their go-to dining spots – places…

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areos street: twenty centuries in 200 meters

Athens

areos street: twenty centuries in 200 meters

Explore Athens' heritage, from Monastiraki Square to Areos Street, where museums meet history in fascinating ways.

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