The service took place at the Church of Saint Dimitrios followed by a Doxology for the city’s Liberation along with representatives from the political and military leadership The Divine Liturgy was led by Metropolitan Nikodimos of Kassandria joined by Metropolitans Simeon of Fthiotis Nikandros of Irinoupolis from the Ecumenical Patriarchate Photos by Raphael Georgiadis / EUROKINISSI the Patriarchate of Jerusalem solemnly celebrated the Sunday of the Myrrh-Bearing Women... Archbishop Elpidophoros of America celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Monastery of the Theotokos.. it was announced that two Roman Catholic institutions in Bavaria have decided to jointly.. A car once used by Pope Francis during his 2014 visit to Bethlehem is being transformed into a mobile.. the Monastery of Saint Vlash in Albania hosted a festal Divine Liturgy on the.. Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens and All Greece presided over the festal Great Vespers at the historic.. 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In the meantime, following lengthy debates, speculations and the pressure from the energy crisis, the official target date landed at 2028. However according to state-controlled PPC’s recent reply within a parliamentary debate the country will cease burning the solid fossil fuel in 2026 According to the timeline revealed in the document units 1 and 2 of the Agios Dimitrios coal plant will be closed next month The decision is based on consultations with the Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO) The facilities Meliti and Megalopolis will be shut down by the end of the year 4 and 5 in Agios Dimitrios to cease operations in 2025 As for the new Ptolemaida 5 lignite plant an earlier idea was to convert it into a natural gas unit later in the decade so that it remains operational PPC now seems to consider the option unfeasible “According to current natural gas and European Union allowance (EUA) prices the unit will be shut down in 2026,” the document adds Sdoukou: The production cost in Ptolemaida 5 is EUR 120 per MWh According to Deputy Minister of the Environment and Energy Alexandra Sdoukou Ptolemaida 5 has a production cost of EUR 120 per MWh the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) for new solar farms is EUR 40 per MWh to 45 per MWh The yardstick comes in at EUR 55 per MWh to EUR 65 per MWh for wind farms another EUR 20 per MWh to EUR 30 per MWh is required for battery storage It should also be mentioned that the long-term economic viability of new natural gas plants is under threat given the current and projected market conditions. Conventional plants have to align with strict emission regulations based on the European Union’s energy taxonomy. International bodies such as the European Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) have said that countries willing to support such projects would have to come up with capacity mechanisms. 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Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Thessaloniki was the Sephardic Jews’ Mediterranean metropolis They found a welcoming anchorage here when they were chased out of Spain in 1492 in the city that became the “Jerusalem of the Balkans.” Their large community grew to great economic and intellectual prominence and represented the largest of the multicultural city’s three distinct quarters during the Ottoman occupation (the Jewish The Jewish element shrank after the big fire of 1917 and was all but annihilated in the Holocaust with some 46,000 Greek Jews and constituents of Thessaloniki being lost in the crematoriums they were also forgotten by their fellow Thessalonians Not a single public commemoration event was held to mourn the loss of our Jewish compatriots while the establishment of monuments to pay homage to them and hold their memory alive dragged on for decades It was not until 1997 that a memorial to the Holocaust was erected When the bronze statue was relocated to the city center in 2007 the move was met with surprise and denial instead of satisfaction More memorials have gone up in the past decade – on the campus of Aristotle University in the area designated as the Jewish cemetery and in other relevant locations A catalyst in this change of climate was the historic speech given by then mayor Yiannis Boutaris on the National Day of Remembrance of Greek Jewish Martyrs and Heroes of the Holocaust in 2018 which was a long-overdue homage and apology by the city to its lost citizens most of the city’s residents remain indifferent and cool toward the issue sitting on the tombstones of the Jewish cemetery that was violently demolished by the Nazis and locals who took the marble slabs to use as building materials even for the forecourt of the Church of Agios Dimitrios The tangible Jewish presence in Thessaloniki is still evident in the city’s architectural heritage Many of the Jews’ residences have been turned to public use buildings in an eclectic style that attests to the sophistication and prosperity of their former residents are the Allatini Villa (now the headquarters of the Regional Authority of Central Macedonia) the Giacomo Modiano Villa (Folklore Museum) and Casa Bianca (Municipal Art Gallery) which is where the turbulent romance between Aline Fernandez the daughter of a wealthy Jewish businessman and Greek Lieutenant Spyros Alibertis played out Several listed apartment buildings from the interwar years fine examples of the architectural trends of Mitteleuropa Only a handful of the public buildings used by the Jewish community survive though: the hospital a charity that is used today by a Jewish school which of all the other religious edifices in the city was spared the Nazis’ destruction because it was being used by the Red Cross like the Fix brewery and the Allatini flour mill Several parts of Thessaloniki are associated with the Holocaust: Eleftherias Square where 46,061 Jews were packed onto trains for the death camps of Auschwitz-Birkenau between March and August of 1943 the last ghetto of the Jews before they were put on the “death trains.” Three more spaces – the present-day Jewish Cemetery the Jewish Museum and Aristotle University – safeguard the memory and stand witness to the lengthy Jewish presence in the “Madre de Israel.” There is some comfort to be taken from the recent emergence of a multifaceted interest in the history and memories of Thessaloniki’s Jews mainly from the Jewish community itself and from the Aristotle University with the contribution of its Chair of Jewish Studies it is disappointing and peculiar that the present mayor is turning Eleftherias Square back into a parking lot in breach of the previous municipal authority’s decision and plan to turn the historic location into a place of homage and memory for our lost fellow Thessalonians Christos Zafiris is a journalist and a writer His book “Thessaloniki of the Jews: History The Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki,” published by Epikentro in 2016 Enter your information below to receive our weekly newsletters with the latest insights opinion pieces and current events straight to your inbox PPC’s lignite plants are to continue operation beyond 2023 in a reversal of the government’s decarbonization policy 0 The government of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis promised in 2019 a quick decarbonization of the country’s power sector through the decommissioning of almost all lignite-fired plants by 2023 the energy crisis has silently led to a postponement More specifically, the original plan was for all lignite plants to retire by the end of 2023, except for Ptolemaida 5, Public Power Corp.’s (PPC) new unit that was supposed to operate with lignite for a few years before switching to natural gas by 2028 at the latest. Through the plan Greece would end its consumption of lignite and replace it with renewables and natural gas Skrekas: Lignite must provide 17% to 20% of electricity in the winter The energy crisis has placed the security of supply at the forefront of energy policy, while natural gas is no longer seen as the transition fuel because of its high cost. The coal power sector was called upon in the summer to once again increase output to help keep prices down. The plants are currently producing almost 10% of the country’s electricity According to Minister of Environment and Energy Kostas Skrekas the short-term goal is for lignite plants to cover 17% to 20% of the country’s needs during the winter the ministry and PPC have boosted operations at large lignite mines as capacity utilization weakened substantially over the past years Agios Dimitrios 3 and Agios Dimitrios 4 recently received an extension from 2023 to the end of 2025 in order to help secure the Greek system The permits provide them each with about 30,000 total hours of operation from the middle of 2021 to the end of 2025 It is estimated that currently they have about 20,000 hours left apiece The ministry argued that the European Union demands a reduction of natural gas consumption as a result of the crisis Another aspect of the policy turn has to do with PPC’s brand new Ptolemaida 5 plant which is in the process of testing before commercial operation around the end of 2022 In past years there was a plan to switch fuel from lignite to natural gas at some point from 2026 to 2028 to enable the plant to continue working the government has been silent about its plans for Ptolemaida 5 and some market players believe it is going to remain a lignite plant at least through 2028 and possibly even further The energy crisis has created a lot of uncertainty concerning the commercial viability of gas plants compared to coal plants the high cost of natural gas has made lignite more competitive in the market Countries like Greece are currently preparing their revised national energy and climate plans (NECPs) which need to set new goals for 2030 for each technology According to recent studies new natural gas plants will have a hard time competing in the wholesale market from 2025 It is true for Greece as well as they would require capacity mechanisms to remain afloat Since fuel costs directly influence the size of the remuneration mechanism the Greek government wants to retain all options open It is why it will be interesting to see the new national goal for natural gas and lignite in the upcoming NECP which has the biggest capacity for renewable energy of any listed company worldwide He declined to name the countries he was referring to.Generally wind industry groups say authorities are scrutinising projects more carefully but permitting agencies have not been expanded enough: "The permitting agencies are often under-resourced and with the market growing faster than was ever expected it's going to be hard for them to keep up," said Iberdrola's Cole.The EU Commission is proposing one body be made responsible for coordinating permits of some offshore projects But that proposal needs to be negotiated by EU countries and the European Parliament.Rather than wait Greece plans to hire certified private evaluators the country's energy ministry said in May.Evia's opposition groups have rallied."To appeal against the project at the court we have collected money by talking to local residents beekeepers," said Baltas."And we did that rather fast."($1 = 0.8499 euros)Angeliki Koutantou reported from Evia Stephen Jewkes from Milan; Additional reporting from Markus Wacket in Berlin Isla Binnie in Madrid and Tim Barsoe in Copenhagen; Edited by Veronica Brown and Sara Ledwith Oversees and coordinates EMEA coverage of power, gas, LNG, coal and carbon markets and has 20 years' experience in journalism. Writes about those markets as well as climate change, climate science, the energy transition and renewable energy and investment. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Metropolitan Barnabas of Neapolis and Stavroupolis along with the Metropolitans Timotheos of Thessaly Justin of Nea Krini and Kalamaria and Plato of Lagadas presided over the Archieratical Divine Liturgy at the Holy Church of St This was followed by the official doxology in the holy church in the presence of the President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou a lunch will be served at the Officers’ Club in honour of the President of the Republic and at 18:30 p.m an event for the solemnity of the day will be held at the Ceremonial Hall of the Aristotle University Tomorrow there will be a student parade on Tsimiski Street and the events will culminate with the military parade on the seaside avenue of Great Alexander at 11 a.m referred to the anniversary of the liberation of Thessaloniki and the feast of the Patron Saint Demetrios immediately after the official doxology at the holy church of Saint Demetrios “On the day of the feast of the patron saint of St Demetrios we celebrate the liberation of Thessaloniki from the Turkish yoke a great milestone in the history of our nation October 26 is a day of honour and remembrance of all those who with faith in the timeless values of Hellenism fought and sacrificed for the freedom of Macedonia Their example always inspires and guides us.” said the President of the Hellenic Republic “Thessaloniki has a bright future in the 21st century,” said the Greek National Defence Minister in a statement made immediately after the official doxology at the Church of St Demetrios the anniversary of the liberation of Thessaloniki from the victorious battles of the Greek Army It has incorporated the most important intellectual currents of Greece and the Peninsula especially the very important intellectual edifice of the late Byzantine period Thessaloniki has a bright future in the 21st century precisely for this bright future,” said Mr Dendias The Metropolis stated that on the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos at the time when the gospel was being read the incoming parishioners noticed that the icon of Panagia Parigoritissa begun to weep The same thing happened again in the following days and believers came to the Church to venerate the icon of Panagia “According to the tradition of our Church such ‘signs’ from the Lord concern the faithful and not the unfaithful Believers need proof and rely on their faith which is expressed through their spiritual struggles These are signs from God for the faithful,” the Metropolis stated It also stated that the event took place at the time of the celebration of the Divine Liturgy “when the Holy Spirit observes the place and with His presence blesses the congregation.” there are many passages that refer to actions of God which manifested themselves during the time of prayer (Transfiguration of our Lord that is the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos The Mother of God comforts and supports the faithful so that they remain steadfast in their faith The fact that the ‘sign’  manifested itself on the particular icon of Panagia “Parigoritissa” (Consolation) means that the Theotokos supports and comforts the faithful as she comforted and supported the Apostles and other faithful of the early Christian communities when Christians were persecuted and imprisoned The early Christian communities were gathering having Panagia in their minds We pray that our Lord protects us in the current situation,” the Metropolis stated Four stations on Athens metro line 2 serving Elliniko Alimos and Ilioupoli will close nightly at 9 p.m to allow for 5G network installation works according to an announcement metro operator STASY the metro service on line 2 will operate only between Agios Dimitrios and Anthoupoli The temporary measure is part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades aimed at enhancing digital connectivity within the metro system the Athens Urban Transport Organization (OASA) has launched a special circular bus service which will run between the closed stations The temporary route will start and end at a specially designated area near Agios Dimitrios metro station adjacent to the starting point of regular Line 109 passengers can board or disembark at the Stathmos Elliniko stop in the direction of Glyfada These 10 contemporary landmarks show that Athens is a modern-day city with more to offer than antiquities alone The Stavro Niarchos Foundation first announced the creation of this gift to the Greek people in 2006 The $596-million project was created by award-winning Italian Renzo Piano who has also created iconic buildings such as the Shard in London He says he wanted to design a vibration rather than a monument The home for the National Opera includes a 1,400-seated opera hall a school of dance and a National Library with more than two million books and a research centre in the middle of the 170,000 sq metre park The monument rises from the ground like a dislodged piece of the earth’s crust and takes the visitor on a 5-degree slope-walk that ends onto the canopy of the building with an amazing view of the sea The upscale luxury hotel was hailed by Conrad Hilton as “the most beautiful Hilton in the world” when it first opened following its creation by architects Emmanouil Vourekas Spyros Staikos and Antonis Georgiades from 1958-1963 many lamented that it overshadowed the Acropolis The hotel has 506 rooms and the popular Galaxy bar on the 13th floor the Rolling Stones and so much more that the surrounding region later came to be known as the Hilton Area One of its features is the monumental relief by prominent 20th-century Greek artist Yiannis Moralis etched to the side of the building Greek statesman Konstantinos Karamanlis chose the site in 1976 but the grand opening came decades later in 2009 reigniting calls for the return of the Parthenon Marbles from the British Museum to Athens The contemporary state-of-the-art museum stands as a monument that shows Greece’s modern image Swiss-French Bernard Tschumi wanted to create a building that would fit into the landscape using light movement and mathematical precision inspired by Ancient Greece He did this using a glass floor that allows visitors to peer into the ruins found at the construction stage of the museum The 3rd-floor Parthenon gallery is rotated 23 degrees from the rest of the building to be parallel to the Parthenon READ MORE: Greek President calls for return of Parthenon Sculptures at Acropolis Museum 10th anniversary event Constructed by Ioannis Fix of the Bavarian Fuchs family in 1893 despite the now-defunct river bed the brewery was renovated again into a state-of-the-art facility by modernist architect Takis Zenetos in 1957 with a glass-covered ground floor facade so passers-by could watch the beer-making process part of the building was demolished in 1994 to create the metro station of the same name 3SK Stylianidis architects were called in to revamp the station a restaurant and a terrace with panoramic views Address: Flanked by Frantzi Street and Kallirrois and Syngrou avenues created following acoustic studies laying specifications adhered to by architects Emmanouil Vourekas and Ilias Skroumpelis includes two large and two small concert halls offering first-class performances The structural divisions of the Athens Concert Hall were created for optimum acoustic quality and to allude to the rectangular halls of a megaron (ancient Grecian palace complex) dazzling chandeliers and magnificent foyers Address: Corner of Vasilissias Sofias and Kokkali streets Athens acquired its first and only skyscraper in 1971 following a briefly-imposed developmental law passed by the Greek military junta (1967-1974) that granted the permission for the erection of skyscrapers The building complex has 105 offices and shops seven elevators and a parking space for 340 cars but no observation deck for tourists to go and enjoy the view The tallest of the two glass towers is 28 storeys and connected by a first-floor bridge to a second 12-storey building The building was created by the Alivertis-Dimopoulos construction company in 1967 based on the minimalistic designs by architects Ioannis Vikelas and Ioannis Kybritis the building opened to the public in December 2010 marble bands around the building which play with the use of light however nine of these are underground and the top-floor Michelin-starred restaurant Hytra has views that stretch from the Acropolis to the Saronic Gulf READ MORE: Vallejo Gantner brings experience and excellence to Onassis Foundation in New York Two sets of office buildings with a curved building house the Hellenic General Insurance Company created by Swiss architect Mario Botta in collaboration with Greek Sparch architects The curved building opened in 2006 breaks the monotony of boxed-in buildings on Syngrou Avenue KLab Architecture created an impressive 600 sq metre structure to house Placebo Pharmacy The sophisticated spiralling form is clad in metal panels that are perforated using Braille the main cashiers desk acts as the focal point so that the casheir can view the whole pharmacy from the central area The pattern allows light to flow to penetrate the centre of the plan at all times of day When Greek architect Takis Zenetos created the Circular School in 1974 his goal was to create a building that would go against the long tradition of linear hallways He created his designs after a six-month survey of international education design and hoped that the building would encourage a new style of learning others say it looks like a ship sailing to sea the highest grade for an environmentally conscious building and has been nominated for the Mies Van der Rohe Prize 2019 one of the most important European awards for architecture The Agemar building houses the central officers of the Angelicoussis Foundation Designed by architect Rena Sakellaridou of RS SPARCH PC the building kept in mind its purpose and conjures images of waves as it looks towards the sea It covers 30,000 sq metres of which 16,000 sq metres are underground Eighty years ago – on 16 April – Agios Dimitrios and its valley to the west of Katerini were visited by fire and fury as its Allied defenders faced the German invasion of Greece Thessaloniki and the defences of northern Greece had already fallen Now the Germans were trying to force their way through the mountains passes and valleys that led to Greece’s central plane and on to the south This advance would see major battles take place at Vevi and Servia to the west and Platamonas and the Tempe Valley to the east with Anzac and British troops joining with Greek Army forces outnumbered by superior German forces Though they all succeeded in holding up the German advance for crucial days this was at a terrible cost in terms of lives and equipment lost The defence of Agios Dimitrios was in the hands of three New Zealand Battalions – the 28th Maori They faced the German 5th Mountain Division inflicted significant losses on the advancing German force But evening the defenders was forced to withdraw across Mount Olympus in driving run through muddy tracks in the dark the villagers of the region would go on to resist the occupation were executed at Katerini by German troops on 23 February in retaliation for the killing of two German guards of a local iron works producing goods for the German war effort Later in the war the Germans would return to Agios Dimitrios and kill more civilians The names of all these martyrs to Greece’s freedom are listed on the village war memorial READ MORE: Battle of Crete is the central theme of this year’s Anzac biscuit tins I have been fortunate to have been able to visit this beautifully village in the mountains as a guest and been able to conduct some historical research in the field on its WW2 story I subsequently wrote about the battle and its aftermath in a previous edition of Neos Kosmos(May 11 Now Melbourne’s Agios Dimitrios Olympou Philanthropic and Cultural League is working to honour the New Zealand soldiers who defended their village and region on 16 April League Executive Member Roulla Saisanas said it was a privilege for the League to be able to honour these brave men who came to the region from so far away “Agios Dimitrios is very proud of its role in fighting for Greece’s freedom in the Second World War Our local community is keen to help to commemorate these Allied soldiers who fought there in April 1941,” she said Ms Saisanas said that the League was proud of its Hellenic heritage and its connection to the Anzac story READ MORE: Events commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Crete “This is the 80th anniversary of the Greek campaign and we should not forget those who fought for our freedom in 1941 and throughout the war Most of the veterans who fought there have now left us but we can keep their memory alive with this new memorial plaque,” she added The new memorial plaque will honour the New Zealand soldiers who fought at Agios Dimitrios in April 1941 and the local villagers who supported them The historical content of plaque wording will be researched by myself The plaque will be similar in size and design to other Anzac Heritage Trail plaques already erected – on Lemnos at Pylos and Methone – and others planned to be installed across Greece in coming months – on Lemnos This is being organized by a group of Greek community organizations and veteran’s families “Our League is proud to be able to join with other Greek community organizations in building the Anzac Heritage Trail across Greece It will ensure that Agios Dimitrios will take its proper place on the Trail and assist commemorative visitors to come to the village and learn of its part in the Greek campaign,” Ms Saisanas added Ms Saisanas said that the League would soon begin discussions with local authorities for the creation and installation of the new memorial plaque in the village READ MORE: On the blue waters of Greece – The Anzac Rowers of Lemnos freelance writer and author of Lemnos & Galllipoli Revealed He is currently completing his new book on the Hellenic connection to Anzac – Grecian Adventure – Stories from Greece’s WW2 Anzac Trail – to be released as part of this year’s 80th anniversary of the Greek campaign The publication is supported by the Victorian Government the Pammessinian Brotherhood Papaflessas and Neos Kosmos For more information on this please contact Jim via email – jimclaven@yahoo.com.au The emblematic lignite-fired power plant at Kardia in Western Macedonia was consigned to the country’s energy history books on Thursday The chimneys of the last unit at the facility have now stopped polluting the atmosphere with smoke completing the gradual phaseout of the power complexes at Amyntaio and Kardia that began in June 2019 followed in 2023 by Unit 5 at Agios Dimitrios the Meliti plant and the fourth unit at Megalopoli Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on Thursday visited the Greek school Agios Dimitrios in New York's Astoria district and talked to the pupils urging them to be proud of Greece not just for its past but also for its present In its current handling of the refugee and migrant crisis Greece was showing the humane face of Europe he said they are the followers of an old tradition where every Greek family has one desire for its children to study and become better than their parents Tsipras thanked the children and their teachers for the arm welcome and said he was moved to see the young generation maintain their origins "I also want to say that it is very touching to see 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What do professionals see for 2025 and 2026 This is Athens & Partners | The 7 partners renew their collaboration - the joint actions FedHATTA: Dynamic presence of Greek travel agencies at the international Dubai exhibition ATM 2025 Ryanair announces new offer for Prime members on June flights Thomas Ellerbeck | “Rhodes can become a model of sustainable tourism internationally” The Times | The perfect time to experience the authentic side of Santorini Chania: The Alternative Tourism Festival returns to the Venetian Port Angela Gerekou: "Tourism is a force for good and Greece can play a leading role" New flights to Greece in 2025 from 4 airlines Crete welcomes Reveil 12 – Festival of Sounds and Ecology Greek tourism - 3rd quarter | 97% of arrivals in Athens and Thessaloniki Modernization aid for the marinas of Symi and Messolonghi HOTREC Assembly: Focus on challenges and reforms in European tourism AEGEAN 2025: Passenger growth and fleet expansion with an eye on the international market FedHATTA Cooperation with Shaanxi Province, China Greek academic in finalists of European Sustainable Energy Awards 2025 Thessaloniki museums join forces to promote the city GNTO introduces “Sustainable Greece” to British Agents Strategic meeting for cruises in Santorini A message of friendship and cooperation at the friendly Greek-Turkish football match in Chios Municipality of Xiromero | Diving tourism: Request for sinking of a decommissioned warship The first La Quinta by Wyndham in Batumi, Georgia Double racing event in Megalopolis on May 11: Festival Enduro and Theater Run 2025 Explora Journeys: Start of the summer season with the luxurious EXPLORA I from Piraeus Strong start in 2025 for Aegean and SKY Express Xanthi Tastes: A Gastronomy Festival with a Cultural Flavor Rhodes: These are the five-star hotels with the highest revenue – Which ones “fill up” first Greek Tourism/Webhotelier: The Winners and Losers in Online Bookings for 2025 GNTO | Promotion of Santorini in target markets Unprecedented blackout in Spain, Portugal, France Greece can play a leading role in the global sports tourism scene Rhodes | Event for the protection of biodiversity Attica, the …Caribbean of the Germans Agios Nikolaos | Cruise season kicks off with arrival of luxury Silver Spirit Operational Plan: “Cretan Food Culture 2026-2030” Destination Management and Promotion Organization in Thessaloniki Kefalonia: The authentic character of the island through the “Travel Reimagined” project Hoteliers vs. Booking.com: The European uprising has begun Tourism | Greece 4th choice for Europeans' holidays in 2025 - what the ETC survey shows New high-standard heated swimming pool in Chania, aimed at sports tourism Greeks Traveled (A Lot!) in 2024 – Where They Went, How Much They Spent Greek-American Dean Spanos brings the NFL to Greece – Opportunities for promotion in the USA Lesvos: The season begins with birdwatching tourists MSC Cruises: Strengthens its presence in Greece with 6 cruise ships New Luxury Arrival in Crete | JW Marriott Crete Resort & Spa Opens on June 2 "Peloponnese Trails" inaugurated today: New network of trails for sustainable tourism Knossos: 125 years since the excavations of Arthur Evans The Spanish TV show “Viajeros Cuatro” in Corfu Wyndham - Soliteight | 40 Super 8 hotels in Spain and Portugal Airbnb: Final price now displayed in accommodation searches Investments in the beaches of the Attica Riviera The Municipality of Chania at the “From Crete to Side” Festival in Turkey Region of Central Macedonia: Tourism Promotion Activities in Poland and the Middle East Region of Crete | Connecting Minoan Palatial Centers with Archaeological Sites Biodiversity protection plan is in full swing in Elafonisi Record participation in the ATHENA International Olive Oil Competition | Chania 8 - 10 May Communities at the heart of tourism development Booking.com | No to limiting tourists, yes to infrastructure investments Thessaloniki’s dynamic presence at the World Tourism Summit in Hong Kong easyJet | Summer 2026 sales open Cruise | Turkey doubles its share, new opportunities for Greek ports Aid for the upgrade of the tourist shelter of Astakos and the Marina of Alimos Preparing the settlement of Kionia for the tourist season: An example to follow The action of the region of Crete "Let's go for... Greens" concludes this weekend “Art is our Language”: Campaign for the 70th Anniversary of the Athens Epidaurus Festival Tourism | Nostalgia drives Brits’ travel choices ΕΟΤ China | B2B meetings with Chengdu's t.os - Flights to Athens in June State-of-the-art conference center at Theartemis Palace Hotel in Rethymno Zagori: Collaboration with Impact Hub Athens for sustainable tourism and innovation Cooperation Memorandum between Development Athens and Piraeus University on Tourism Kos: New advertising campaigns with Jet2 and National Geographic Traveller UK Five cruise ships in Souda by Saturday Imbros Trail Run & Hike 2025: A sporting tribute to the History of Sfakia Cultural Days and Sea Routes in Piraeus Religious Tourism | The University of Palermo comes to Panagia Nafpaktiotissa Audio Walk in the Sitia Geopark: A Different Exploration Experience in Crete AEGEAN “takes off” Larnaca with a new direct flight to Rome Juneyao Airlines: More direct flights from Shanghai to Athens in 2025 Alltours: Familiarization trip to Greece for 250 travel agents Nations Cup Beach Volleyball is coming to TUI Magic Life Candia Maris on May 16-18 Navarino Challenge returns on May 9-11, 2025 Traditional Easter in Naxos: Unique Customs and Local Cuisine Annual revenue of over 43,000 euros for Airbnb in Mykonos and Santorini Destination Management and Promotion Organization established in Heraklion  Lyft steps up European presence with FreeNow acquisition Jet2: Four new Greek destinations from Luton in summer 2026 Athens is the new hotspot in Europe for hotel investments - the 8th most attractive city in 2025 What the Israeli Ambassador discussed at the Chania Chamber ATM'25 - Tourism | The fight against food waste at the forefront of sustainable development PM at 1st Greece-Saudi Arabia High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council on Monday Greece's Permanent Delegation to UNESCO organizing concert on January 16 Athens to host the European Film Awards in 2027 German tourism: Advance bookings are the new "last-minute" What to expect at this year’s ITB Berlin Exhibition from March 4-6 North Macedonia: Increase in foreign tourists in 2024 The 20 "loudest" luxury hotel arrivals in Greece in 2025 Athens Municipality Festival 2025 | The city's biggest celebration, with more than 200 events Tri-city winter luncheon unites upstate New York Philoptochos chapters ELSTAT: Hospitality enterprises' turnover grows 28.6% in Greece during Q1 Alonissos tops the list of Greek destinations without mass tourism Direct connection of Chania airport to Israel to be strengthened easyJet holidays | Fam trips to Santorini, Skiathos and Rhodes Greek tourism sets new records in 2024: 36 million visitors and €22 billion revenue Navarino Challenge returns on May 9-11, 2025 Chania: The next actions of the “Tourism Partnership” Increase in visitor numbers and revenues to museums and archaeological sites in 2024 Passenger traffic in Q1 | +9.1% at CAA airports, +6.5% in all Greek Tourism 2024: Record Performance at a Glance Ryanair: New Brussels – Volos connection in summer 2025 Samaria Gorge “War Zone” – “Others Decide, We Pay the Price” Global air passenger traffic hits record high in 2024 with 5.85 billion airline seats Greeks Traveled (A Lot!) in 2024 – Where They Went, How Much They Spent The “Una Razza Una Faccia – Demetria” saw the participation of the traditional music ensemble from Southern Italy A large crowd from all Melbourne suburbs gathered at the first celebration of Saint Demetrius in Moonee Ponds “Una Razza Una Faccia – Demetria,” on Sunday Following the Divine Liturgy and the Doxology for the liberation of Thessaloniki and the anniversary of the Greek “NO,” the festival began in the churchyard and the adjacent street in honour of Saint Dimitrios the Greek community of the Moonee Valley municipality and the ties between the Greek and Italian communities in the area representing the blessings of Archbishop Makarios stated that “even during times of war and hardship our duty is to inspire hope and joy in our fellow human beings” and the parish council for organising the celebration Federal Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) expressed his satisfaction with the social work and services provided by the parish of Saint Demetrius to the disabled and elderly in the area He also shared his belief that the celebration of Saint Demetrius will become a permanent tradition and a landmark for the region State Deputy Treasurer and Member for Essendon acknowledged the long-standing social contribution of the local Greek community and the parish of Saint Demetrius He went on to praise the exhibition of traditional costumes and jewelry from Epirus which included items from Konstantinos Kalymnios’s collection and was held as part of the celebration to honour the historically significant Epirote homeland of Moonee Valley The President of the Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria commended the organisers of the celebration and the fact that it was realised in collaboration with the local Italian community further strengthening the bonds between these two communities “The GOCMV stands by all Hellenic hubs in Melbourne,” Mr Papastergiadis said Greek Consul General Emmanuel Kakavelakis referred to the history of the Greek “NO” and the epic of 1940 saying “I hope that we can draw inspiration from the courage of the fighters while striving to maintain our identity in the country where we live.” President of the Victorian Multicultural Commission President of the Pan-Macedonian Association The celebration featured a rich musical program with traditional music from all over Greece The event included performances by the dance group of the GOCMV the musical group Odyssey Trio consisting of Wayne Simmons as well as the dance group “Aristotelis” from Florina accompanied by the brass band of Giorgos Kyriakidis special emotions were evoked by the participation of the traditional music ensemble from Southern Italy The musicians highlighted the commonalities that characterise our two peoples and the fact that they were further forged in the factories and suburbs of Melbourne Their performance of the well-known song “Siko horapse koukli mou” in impeccable Greek left a lasting impression Bill Shorten MP with Dean Kalymniou.Photo: Supplied Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras on Thursday visited the Greek school Agios Dimitrios in New York's Astoria district and talked to the pupils Tsipras thanked the children and their teachers for the warm welcome and said he was moved to see the young generation maintain their origins There will be a video presentation of the visit on New Greek TV on Friday Read more here the memory of Saint Dimitrios the Myrrh-streamer and Great Martyr was celebrated in the Archdiocesan District of Northcote of Victoria with the focus of the celebrations held at the Holy Church of Saint Dimitrios in the Melbourne suburb of Moonee Ponds representing Archbishop Makarios of Australia officiated during the Festive Hierarchical Vespers while on the main day of the Feast His Grace presided over the Divine Liturgy joined by many clergy of the Archdiocesan District of Northcote The hymns of the Holy Services were wonderfully sung by a choir of teachers and students of the School of Byzantine Music the Troparion of Saint Dimitrios was sung by students of the Greek school of the Parish who moved the congregation and received warm applause after conveying to the faithful the paternal wishes of Archbishop Makarios of Australia referred to the life of Saint Dimitrios the Great Martyr and made a special mention when called upon to duel with the formidable gladiator Lyaeus visited the Saint in prison to consult him and obtain his blessing so that for every critical decision in their lives they should consult their elders on the one hand and ask for the blessing of the Church on the other “The advice and the blessing of the Church means a positive result added Bishop Evmenios of Kerasounta in closing Good Friday and the night of Holy Saturday are one of the most significant and beautiful moments of Greek Orthodox Easter especially at midnight when the priest chants “Christos Anesti” (Christ has risen) and the holy light is passed through the crowd Although there are some magnificent Easter destinations around the country and a lot of Athenians return to their villages or native towns to celebrate this major holiday with family the capital itself can offer excellent Easter experiences Here we select five of the most beautiful churches in Athens where you can celebrate the liturgy of Good Friday and Anastasi on Holy Saturday Anastasi with a spectacular view of the capital at the top of Lycabettus Ηill is definitely a memorable experience whitewashed Agios Georgios gleams in the candlelight at midnight The walk or drive down is awesome as you can see the fireworks going off around the city and the Acropolis swathed in golden light Agios Dyionissios Areopagitis on Skoufa 34 is by far the most cosmopolitan place to celebrate the Anastasi in Athens It is the favourite choice for many of the cities most prestigious personalities from entrepreneurs and politicians to actors The church was decorated by famous Greek artists (such as Spiros Vassileiou) and icon-painters This is a great so to head to dinner after mass as there are so many good restaurants nearby Agios Dimitrios Loumbardiaris in Filoppapou Surrounded by trees and greenery and standing on sacred ancient grounds close to the Pnyx Hill and Hill of the Nymphs at the foot of verdant Filopappou Hill this 16th Century church is certainly unique made in 1732 and depicting him riding his horse was designed by architect Dimitris Pikionis in 1955 Legend has it that during the Ottoman occupation Turkish Army Officer Yusuf ordered for the church to be bombed by a cannon launched from the Acropolis but that just moments before the cannon was launched lightning struck and a thunderstorm broke out causing an explosion at the Ottoman barracks and saving the church From here you can walk down to Thisseio or up to Makriyianni for dinner Literally a stone’s throw from the foot of the Athens Acropolis this church was built in 1926 on a sacred ancient place where classical mosaics a statue of the goddess Athena and other finds were unearthed The Anastasi liturgy is particularly magical and tranquil here – under the dimly-lit Parthenon on the quiet pedestrian Dyionissiou Aeropagitou street The Byzantine “sunken” church of Panagia Kapnikarea graces the middle of pedestrian Ermou street This 11th Century church is one of the oldest in Athens and apart from its singular ambiance and beautiful wall paintings by iconographer Fotis Kondoglou is one of the loveliest places to experience the Anastasi as it is literally in the heart of the city There are endless choices for places to visit nearby after the midnight service Photo Source: Wikimedia Commons License: CC-BY-SA Copyright: Chicocvenancio  the largest island of the Saronic Gulf is of great archaeological Salamina is the largest island of the Saronic Gulf and the one closest to Attica In summer it welcomes a large number of visitors Salamina should not be considered only a summer destination· Attica as we all know is a safe attractive and multifaceted destination that offers unforgettable experiences throughout the year be sure to include the following stops in your itinerary to learn all about the island The building that today houses the Archaeological Museum of Salamina was completed in 1831 under the first head of state of independent Greece as part of the construction of ten schools based on peer learning education The collections include finds mainly from the island of Salamina and more specifically from Ampelakia It mainly consists of ceramic and sculptural objects while it also hosts a collection of funerary and votive gifts from the prehistoric period to late antiquity Daily from 08:30 to 15:30, except Tuesday, Polyhroni Lebesi 42, Salamina, +30 210 4640759, odysseus.culture.gr The first church of Agios Dimitrios was built in 1695 and over the years it has undergone various modifications a new church was built in the style of an arched basilica with a dome which was extended in 1874 and until 1935 was the Metropolis of the island Inside you can see the works of the famous sculptor Yannis Halepas while the altarpiece and the icons of the archangels Michael and Gabriel were created by painter Polyhronis Lebesis of the “Munich School” The church is also associated with the Greek War of Independence in 1821 Karaiskakis was wounded at Faliro and asked to be taken to Agios Dimitrios of Salamis his health deteriorated and he asked to be buried in Agios Dimitrios part of his remains were transferred to Faliro to be placed in a monument along with the bones of his fellow soldiers The first steps for the preservation of the island’s folk history and memory were taken in 1958 by the “Euripides” association This collection is exhibited in two rooms of the New Town Hall – Cultural Centre Of particular interest is the large collection of local costumes which bears witness to the costume code of the period Apart from objects of folk art and everyday use ship’s harnesses and steering wheels that mark the great maritime tradition of the island as well as weapons of the Greek War of Independence Also included are exhibits from the post-Byzantine period rare documents of the 18th and 19th centuries The cave of Euripides is located in the area of Peristeria on the south side of Salamina at an altitude of 115 meters and was discovered relatively recently which has a narrow entrance and features ten chambers with low ceilings narrow corridors and natural niches and recesses the cave seems to have been used from the Neolithic period until the Frankish period Near the cave there was a cult temple dedicated to the Greek god Dionysus According to ancient testimonies and findings Dionysus and Euripides were worshipped in the same cave The cave is not an organized archaeological site You can see the cave from the outside and admire the view of the Saronic Gulf The findings from the cave are exhibited in the Archaeological Museum of Salamina The poet Angelos Sikelianos spent much of his life at his home in Salamina He first came to the island sometime in 1930 to visit a friend and fellow poet Sikelianos met the monk Ambrosios at the monastery of Faneromeni ceded him the old boathouse of the monastery Today the poet’s house exhibits his wife Anna’s loom and a woven dress books and Sikelianos’ letters to his friends from Salamis Salamina is full of sites of archaeological interest but all of them testify to the island’s historical past and its great importance The ancient city of Salamis is located in the current settlement of Ambelakia parts of the city wall and a tower of the wall the sanctuaries of Hermus and parts of the harbour in the bay of which the battle of Salamis took place while in Kolones a circular burial monument consisting of four tombs of the 4th century BC has been discovered The proximity of Salamis to Athens and the port of Piraeus allowed it to prosper along with the city of Athens under Pericles It was a trading station for the exchange of goods and the place of construction of the triremes of the Athenian fleet while in the 4th century BC it even minted its own currency A few weeks ago we found ourselves in Trikala and Kalambaka locals are not complacent and everyone is trying for the better At every step you hear an idea; many of them have already been implemented we visited the pioneers of each of them and introduce them to you Efrosino is located in the shadow of Meteora and Mrs Eleni is the soul of the restaurant and everyone who works there does their best is in charge of the day-to-day running of the business everyone was talking about the amazing pies prepared by Mrs “Let’s make a pie” she says and invites us to join in the process “Come by in an hour to try it,” she tells us Despite the fact that Efrosino lies in the heart of tourist traffic it manages to maintain its character; aesthetically unaltered because Mrs Eleni puts everything into perspective Mr Panagiotis is responsible for the grill here we can try oven-roasted braised meatballs Mrs Eleni’s food will always come out a winner They are young and sparkling with creativity; they are not complacent and prove that teams are invincible Giorgos and Themis Tzelis at the brand new Mirtilo in Trikala a characterful and fun place that serves steaming delicious sandwiches and many more brunch options modern and bright space next to Amberg Square – opened a few weeks ago- offering something different The square owes its name to the Bavarian town of the same name in Germany with which Trikala has a twinning agreement Mirtilo serves crispy pork pancetta burger it is called il cucinotto and brings with it the authentic Italian aperitivo experience Enzo Bertocco – the restaurant’s owner- has been living in Trikala for three years now We found the restaurant somewhat accidentally illuminated two-storey neoclassical building The building is entered sideways through the courtyard an ideal spot to try genuine Italian cocktails based on Italian spirits prepared by the bar manager We accompanied our drinks with one of the authentic Neapolitan pizzas prepared by Silvio a Neapolitan pizzaiolo who prepares the pizza dough daily based on the authentic Neapolitan recipe with fresh ingredients and baked in the traditional authentic Neapolitan wood-fired oven “Zenarino” Giorgio and his team prepare daily handmade fresh pasta with the traditional Italian recipe and all the sauces meats sourced from specific and reliable micro-producers of the province many of the ingredients come straight from Italy we take a stroll around the rest of the premises The Boulogiorgos confectionery makes the most delicious halva Farsalon (traditional dessert originating from Farsala melted clarified butter and toasted almonds) in Trikala after telling us about the 42-year history of the business and the contribution of his father Ioannis showed us how they make this unique halva that is talked about all over the city grew up in the workshop where he learned the best way to make their sweets next to his father and then attended classes at a pastry school in Thessaloniki He adds water and sugar to the copper pot and as the temperature rises continues to stir and the mixture begins to thicken as it blends with the butter and takes on that ruby red colour We leave the workshop and the aromas do not fade; a warm piece of halva is waiting for us to taste it making mouth-watering syrupy deserts such as baklava Stratigou Sarafi & Amalias (Opposite the main square of Trikala) which is surrounded by rocks similar to those of Meteora Mrs Voula and Mr Stefanos have already lit the wood-fired oven We’d heard a lot about this village and about the plans to create in the near future an adventure park in the surrounding rocks as well as a 7 km trail that will lead to the settlement of Gavros One thing led to another and so we found ourselves in the kitchen of Arados restaurant watching the pie making process the dough is divided into ball-shaped pieces so that each of them can be used to make a sheet of dough The dough is allowed to rest for some time and then a delicate stick is used to roll out the dough; the sheets of dough are rolled out so thin that they appear almost transparent and then they are placed one by one on the baking tray which has been prepared with the valuable help of Mrs Stella a special tasty green that grows in the area Mr Stefanos has already lit the fire and is roasting the shop’s famous ribs meats and hot pies are already on the table The experience at Arados was unique and delightful at the same time Gousios is a very famous chop house across Thessaly and beyond They have their own stable with a rare Greek breed of lambs It is worth noting that in all of Greece there are only 5,500 animals of this breed with the University of Crete doing special research on these animals which take about 3 months to grow to 10 kilos and can survive even in conditions with 30-40 inches of snow Their meat is very special and stands out from other lambs’ We arrived in Gousios on a Thursday afternoon A huge fire was humming in the fireplace and another by the grill The table was set and apart from everything else I can’t help but mention first of all the lamb chops and sausages they produce curing in the cold air in the butcher’s area next to the tavern spetsofai (spicy Greek sausages with peppers and tomato sauce) and probably some of the most delicious fries we have ever tasted Almost twenty years have passed since Apostolos Skabardonis decided and implemented his idea to deal with the production of traditional Trikala sausages We met him at his company’s premises in Filyra Trikala and he talked to us about his vision and his need to strengthen local products so that they can come out of anonymity Among the main products produced by the company which have won international quality awards the Karamanlidika based on the classic recipe that revives memories of the Karamanlidika products of the Greeks of Cappadocia the oregano sausages and the chicken meat sausages Filyra, Trikala, +30 24340 22389, www.authentictrikalon.com the Liakos family decided to plant their first small vineyard aiming to produce quality wines based on the characteristics of the region’s microclimate who is 23 years old and shared with us his great love for wine He has studied agribusiness and food business management and has also completed the WSPC which is one of the most demanding courses in the wine industry The microclimate of the region is a catalyst for the creation of unique wines for the Greek region Low yields per acre and careful harvesting of the grapes ensure the best possible quality The vineyards are located at an altitude of 470 metres on sloping Vasilis Liakos gave us a tour of the winery and also talked to us about the combination of tourism and wine the visitor can taste the wines of the estate the varieties and about the region in general and its relationship with wine The Greek cuisine at its best with delicious homemade food meat “cooked-to-order” and fresh fish and seafood: After countless tastings we created a list with all the taverns in the southern suburbs of Athens that have preserved their original character and are truly worth going out of the usual tourist ways to discover with its covered courtyard and rustic interior They specialize in juicy grilled meat cooked-to-order which tend to steal the show as they are presented forming a mountain Paired excellently with saganaki (fried cheese) but make sure to reserve some space in your stomach for the final treat loukoumades (fried dough) with honey and cinnamon Babis has been a destination for foodies for many decades; the tavern is famous for its juicy burgers its regular customers show a particular preference to its well-cooked fish it has fast service and a modest environment It opened in the early 1990s in a restored mansion built in 1927 It has an inner courtyard filled with flowers but in the summer most people prefer the outdoor courtyard the perfectly cooked pork tenderloin and the mini cheese pies they will treat you to loukoumades and semolina halva A beautiful neighborhood tavern in Palaio Faliro veal liver and juicy burgers with freshly fried potatoes on the side The impeccable and polite service is another plus One of the best taverns in Athens to eat meat It is a regular destination for juicy kontosouvli (spit roasted meat) We recommended making a reservation if you want to go on the weekend or on Friday night Do not forget to try the pastirma mini pies Η δημοσίευση κοινοποιήθηκε από το χρήστη Μπαρμπαμητσος-Λαδοκολλα (@barbamitsos_ladokolla) An old-school neighborhood tavern that has maintained its regular customers for over thirty years Relatively small and decorated with photographs and murals reminiscent of the era of ‘rebetiko’ this tavern almost always has a full house There are three options to choose from: burger The only exception to this logic of simplicity is that the food is served with french fries and that you can accompany it with spicy cheese dip Barba Mitsos-Ladokolla: 11 Ioustinianou St. Lightly roasted on the outside and juicy on the inside because she wanted to take care of a beloved customer They have remained the tavern’s specialty ever since do not hesitate to order the ribs and steak Η δημοσίευση κοινοποιήθηκε από το χρήστη Ο ΡΟΥΜΕΛΙΩΤΗΣ (@oroumeliotis) Roumeliotis is famous for its gigantic rib steak juicy kontosouvli and traditional kokoretsi (usually on Friday nights and weekends) as well as its fries with fried eggs and red spicy homemade cheese dip you will always be treated to orange cake and ice cream but still reminiscent of a traditional tavern Drami serves dishes inspired by the cuisine of different Greek regions Try sharing the appetizers and make sure to order the homemade meatballs or the aromatic zucchini balls grilled mushrooms and the chicken stir-fry and it grew in size as it quickly gained loyal customers It has managed to preserve its original identity over time it is a classic destination for kontosouvli The lamb on the spit is also worth ordering one of the most famous Athens districts for meat lovers at the time and since then it has remained open all year round The meat has Greek origin and they use fresh charcoal every day for grilling They are well-known for their traditional kokoretsi named after the owner’s brother who was an Evzonas or Tsolias (military rank in the Greek army) It has built a good reputation and loyal clientele thanks to its steaks (especially the “stable” steak) sausages and its well-done lamb on the spit The service is impeccable even during rush hour Ursula Andress and Brigitte Bardot have all dined here in the past Time stopped at this tavern at some unspecified moment thirty years ago The tavern opened in 1983 and was named after the region where shepherds used to rest with their flocks before going to the mountains The honeyed lamb in the hull accompanied by potatoes with lemon the spicy tzatziki and the well-balanced kokoretsi are some of the menu items that stand out The first thing to make impression after you take a seat at the tavern’s blue tables is that they serve fresh scallops it is an Italian trattoria disguised as a Greek fish tavern that This fish tavern has hosted great Greek musicians and artists who fell in love with its simplicity and delicious dishes Fresh fish is carefully cooked on the grill or in the pan while the Platamonas shrimps are to die for It is a must to order the caramelized octopus with black-eyed beans and cherry tomatoes the homemade taramosalata (fish roe dip) and the delicious fish soup with a tradition in serving good fish since 1950 and it insists on a small but delicious menu After trying the fresh fish from the Cyclades and the fried shrimp from Platamonas they will treat you to homemade halva and traditional Greek spoon sweet which stands out for its fresh fish and delicious seafood It is a six-minute drive from the Temple of Poseidon in Sounio on your way back to Athens after visiting the Temple make a stop in Legraina and you will not regret it A post shared by Ιωλκός – Iolkos (@iolkos.seafood) In this elegant fish tavern that opened in 2013 in a “hidden” neighborhood of Glyfada you will find seafood and fish from Ikaria and Lemnos It combines the culture of the Greek “tsipouradiko” with the quality of a gourmet restaurant fresh sea urchin dishes as well as scallops which are paired incredibly with their homemade dips while enjoying Greek ouzo and tsipouro found here in abundance Another great choice on the way back from the Temple of Poseidon in Sounio to Athens Located in the same spot since 1947 on the seaside the environment is that of a traditional fish tavern with really good fish and a wonderful view out to sea It is also known for its remarkable shrimp pasta Ta Kalamia: 39th km Athinon – Souniou Avenue Η δημοσίευση κοινοποιήθηκε από το χρήστη Νίνα (@sokoinsta) Four minutes away from Stamatis and eight in total from the archeological site of Sounio in “Theodoros & Eleni” you will find the most delicious mussels of Attica bathed in a velvety feta and oregano sauce or with garlic and wine Just one tip: Be ready to get your hands dirty ouzo and other seafood delicacies that will catch your eye on the menu Ramona has been open for decades and it is loved by its many loyal customers especially beef stew with pasta or french fries but what catches the eye are the large wine barrels “dressed” in vine leaves as well as the black and white photos of the city on the walls a formidable cook with experience of over 30 years opened Palia Fava in 2005 in one of the narrow alleys of Palaio Faliro This tavern is characterized by its retro look and it focuses on traditional Greek cuisine such as soutzoukakia (a type of meatballs) bean and other soups are definitely worth trying and before you leave they will treat you to dessert prepared with the available seasonal ingredients Here you will find a wide variety of casserole dishes while the tavern is also known for its veal steak and grilled chicken burger and there is a spit for kontosouvli and kokoretsi in the weekends they will treat you to loukoumades and homemade ravani (sweet semolina cake) This is the place to taste authentic Greek dishes balanced and delicious food prepared with authentic local products Here you will indulge in a proper choriatiki salad (traditional Greek salad) wonderfully-fragrant cucumber and feta cheese with a full flavor The appetizers are also traditional Greek dishes all of which are prepared with extra-fresh ingredients a traditional recipe with orzo and pieces of meat this is where the restaurant’s name comes from wherever it is called and wherever possible We celebrated the 10th Panhellenic School Sports Day at the 1st EPAL of Agios Dimitrios Athletes from different clubs of Athens visited the school then students’ questions were answered by our athletes and at the end there were relay races with the participation of our students and athletes the children of EPAL had the opportunity to test our racing wheelchairs showed that they are not only capable of winning within the four lines but also of winning over the most demanding audience The HWBF players highlighted not only the value of the sport but also the value of the… wheelchair basketball family as we sincerely thank the teachers and students who together created a beautiful special event The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated every year on December 3rd and OSEKA and its clubs organize awareness and promotion activities for The Federation of Greek Basketball Players’ Associations (OSEKA) had a meeting with the Minister of Health The IBC Ioannina club celebrated the International Day of Persons with Disabilities by hosting students from the 3rd Primary School of Ioannina (Maroutsio) at their The president and the board of directors of HWBF extend their congratulations to Mr Konstantinos Siahos for his election as president of the HSFPD Despite the island’s growing popularity as a destination in recent years its tavernas have maintained their authenticity The island’s locals are renowned for going about things at a slow impressive beaches and many villages are attracting a growing number of visitors by the year The local food on offer is one of the many factors luring people as well as vegetables picked from village gardens in the hinterland all contribute to the island’s overall quality while most of the island’s tavernas serve well-prepared dishes at fair prices a tiny restaurant that can go by unnoticed in Agios Kyrikos typically describe it as the best they’ve ever had Also try the oven spaghetti and chef’s salad This is a top spot for fresh fish and seafood as well as soft octopus and delicious prawn spaghetti are all served here Also try the eggplant salad and grilled calamari The taverna is situated close to Nas beach and is terrific to visit for sunset Situated at a charming cobbled square with trees at the village Agios Dimitrios the restaurant Sto Kabi is a hangout for locals who like their food kept local to the greatest possible degree a type of Greek rustic pasta) with chicken and mushrooms is one of the eatery’s most popular dishes Located on the shoreline at a quiet spot in Gialiskari with fishing boats moored out front this fish taverna is an ideal setting to enjoy fish and seafood crispy on the outside without being dried out and any other fish in the day’s catch and delicious pumpkin pie are all served here goat meat and cheese are all local at Platanos preparing dishes with local products and ingredients the emphasis placed on traditional recipes The eatery’s menu is changed according to the season and availability of supplies local kathoura cheese (soft and made with goat’s milk) and the local soufiko (casserole recipe with mixed summer vegetables) are menu standards Diners at this family taverna feel the hospitality of an Ikarian home The vegetables are grown in the family garden and everything served at the taverna is handmade Try the kokoretsi (grilled intestine-wrapped seasoned offal) the Line 2 Metro stations “Elliniko,” “Argyroupoli,” “Alimos,” and “Ilioupoli” will close at 9:00 p.m and remain closed until the end of service due to technical work for the installation of a 5G network Line 2 service will operate only between Agios Dimitrios and Anthoupoli temporary circular bus route X12 will be operated by OASA The start and end point of the route will be located at a specially designated area at “Agios Dimitrios” Metro station along with the starting point of bus line 109 boarding and disembarking will take place at the “ST Follow en.protothema.gr on Google News and be the first to know all the news See all the latest News from Greece and the World, the moment they happen, at en.protothema.gr