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Greek Kiosks -Periptero- Might Soon Become History

The kiosk, or ''periptero,'' as Greeks call it, is an integral part of everyday life in Greece, selling everything from newspapers and cigarettes to snacks, soft drinks and ice creams. However, the economic crisis, the pandemic, and new consumer...

The Death of the Traditional Greek Newspaper Kiosk

The newspaper kiosk - the "periptero" (περίπτερο) in Greek - is as Greek as the souvlaki or Acropolis, or bureaucracy. Yet, the yellow kiosk typically surrounded by everything from newspapers and magazines to toys and cookies, will sooner or...

Greek Kiosks Becoming Extinct

The renowned Greek kiosks (periptera) will soon become extinct due to the implementation of the new multi-bill by the Greek government. According to a provision of the new multi-bill when a kiosk closes or its owner dies, the operating license...

Athens' Most Peculiar Kiosks

As anyone who has ever visited Greece will know, a kiosk, or the locals like to call it, “periptero,” can be found on every street corner of any island, small village or big city. They are an essential part...