Rebetiko Laiko and Greek folk music Traditional Greek music like many countries is the music of the people. Many original songs are by unknown artists and refer to love, poetry, heartbreak and life. Traditional Greek folk music is dated all the way back to the Byzantine...
THERE ARE PLENTY OF ISLANDS TO VISIT FOR A DAY TRIP FROM ATHENS You want a day trip to a Greek island .It is very easy to access them as all you need is a 20 minute trip to Piraeus port. HOW TO GET TO THE PORT: You...
We have many questions regarding which island is the best Greek island to visit. There are close to 6,000 islands of which 230 are inhabited therefor the answer to this question is “Depends What You Want” We have provided some of the most visited islands...
-beaches & day trips OK you done all the major tourist sites, Acropolis, New Acropolis museum, changing of the guard etc. You have a day or two left in city what else can you do while in Athens. What to do in Athens Where can I...
Exarheia Square Exarheia Square is a neighborhood right in the center of Athens. It is considered a cult and urban part of the city, the home of the poets, authors, actors, all types of artists considered Exarheia their home therefor the neighborhood was know as the area of...
One thing we Greeks know how to do is EAT! Gathering around the table for great food and good conversation is our passion. With over 1500 islands and countless villages on the mainland, there is a huge choice in food. . When you sit down...
changes for this summer Public transport is for most part running normally, The big change is due to the coronavirus, a face mask must be worn on metro, trains and buses, A potential fine can occur for no compliance. Taxi's are allowed one passenger Getting around Athens Athens...
The GREEK FOOD AND THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET is considered one of the healthiest in the world and even better it has so much great tasting dishes to choose from. Lots of fresh local produce, practically vegetables, beans, and other pulses. Olive oil is used in most...
Easter in Greece . Orthodox follow the Gregorian or Julian calendartherefore Easter is a moveable holiday and changes everyyear. The Greeks start by Ash Monday where it is the first dayof lent. During the holy week which is the week before EasterSunday, multiple mass take place...
present situation Due to the shut down, and stay at home order,most shops are closed, until further notice. Only places selling food, cleaning products. pharmacy are open Shopping in Athens. Although Athens is primarily a historical city to visit this doesn't mean that you can't go shopping....
Many of you run in Marathons, but do you know where the Marathon originated? Here is the story! The battle of the Marathon The battle of the Marathon was a battle between the Greeks and the Persians that took place around 490 B.C. The Greeks found...
Enjoying winter in Athens and in Greece Luckily Athens is a city that has tourism all year long and luckily we have tours all year long! Here are some ideas on what to do in Athens during the winter Visit archaeological sites: The price for the...
Changes you may experience this summer Most clubs and bars are not allowed to have customer inside, will this ruin Athens night life? Properly not, the great thing is Greece as great weather and most place have arrange an outdoor alterative While in Athens, there...
Here are a few places you would never think to go to! in Athens Luckily for you, we have chosen some places you would not find in the tourist guides! The 1st Cemetery: This cemetery is the first to be build and is also considered the official...