Top sigths of Greece
Many tourist destinations are located in the territory of Attica – the capital region of the country. The most famous landmarks of the region include Delphi and the Apollo Temple, the Oracle and the Sybil Stone. … OpenChapters of the guide to Athens
Traditions and mentality of Athens
While exploring the city, guests will see many teenager boys who sell newspapers and offer passers-by to clean their shoes or wash the car. The reason for this is in one of main problems of modern society – low level of income. Many families simply do not have enough money to send their children to school, so they start helping their parents from early age. If boys offer tourists to wash their cars, girls earn for … Open
Travel guide to Athens
Monastiraki. Monastiraki area is located to the north of Plaka. It has a lot in common with a bazaar (especially on Sundays), when hundreds of tradesmen bring their goods for sale. The market itself is situated on Abyssinia Square and in the street nearby (west from Monastiraki Square). After making a walk across Plaka and Monastiraki in the daytime, it would definitely be a good idea to spend an … Open
Review of luxury hotels
Travellers, who prefer to rest in the most refined and exquisite resort hotels, will be pleased with Arion Resort & Spa, Astir Palace Beach Athens. The resort occupies a large area with an adjusting garden, a state-of-art swimming pool and comfortable and spacious terraces. There are as many as seven restaurants serving different cuisines on the territory of the resort. Guests are welcome to book magnificent modern … Open
Athens for children - what to visit
Travellers, who like nature and crave for some rest in a secluded place, should include a visit to the Attica Zoological Park into their vacation program. The zoo was opened approximately 10 years ago. Distinguished by its big size, the zoo has become home for animals and birds from all over the world. The collection of the zoo is considered one of the biggest in the world, so it is always worth spending somewhat … Open
Stylish hotels
The design of Palmyra Beach will attract travellers who are tired of classical look and want to stay in a modern setting. All guestrooms of the hotel are different, for example, fans of urban style will enjoy staying in the guestroom with walls imitating old brick laying, and romantic travellers will simply fall in love with luxurious crispy white guestrooms. Some guestrooms are designed in traditional Greek white … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
Those who want to stroll through modern shopping centers should go to Attica Department Store, which is one of the largest stores in Greece. The area of this shopping complex is about 25000 square meters. Within its walls there are more than 350 shops of various specialization. There are clothing, jewelry and hardware stores, as well as perfume and children's products stores. There are quite expensive shopping … Open