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Drone Footage Captures Environmental Devastation at Athenian Riviera (video)

Greek government is facing criticism for its delayed and ineffective response in the wake of the oil spill from a sunken tanker, which has spread to some of Athens’s most popular beaches. Crews scrambled to clean up the oil that escaped...

Hellinikon Development Spurs Athens Riviera Real Estate Investment

The redevelopment of Athens' former airport, Hellinikon, has resulted in a great deal of interest in real estate along the Athens Riviera.

Plans for Second Phase of Athens Riviera Reconstruction Project Presented

The first phase of the ambitious reconstruction of Faliro Bay is almost completed and the plans for Phase B have been presented, with the Attica Region now seeking the funds needed for its implementation. The plans for Phase B are...

Aerial Photos Show Massive Urban Expansion on Athens Riviera Since 1938

A joint study conducted recently by the Hellenic Centre for Maritime Research and the Geology Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens reveals the massive amount of new construction along the Athenian Riviera in the last 80...

Six Architectural Landmarks of Modern Athens Lost Forever

Some of Athens's architectural landmarks were destroyed in the post-World War II years to make way for modern buildings that epitomized the rapid economic development of the country. Athens was the youngest capital city in Europe in the nineteenth century...

Athens’ Lycabettus Provides Stunning Views of Acropolis, Saronic Gulf

Located in the heart of Greece's bustling capital, Mount Lycabettus provides a serene, picturesque escape from the noise and hubbub of Athens.

Elliniko Project to Start as Lamda Set to Pay First Installment

Lamda Development, the firm that is responsible for redeveloping the old Ellinikon Airport, will pay its first down payment next week.

Officials Say Mohegan Casino Project Could be Ready in Three Years

The CEO of Mohegan Entertainment, Mario Kontomerkos, announced on Wednesday that the gigantic casino development in Hellinikon would be ready within 36 months after building licenses are issued, while reassuring the public that his company is ready to take...

The Hellinikon Project: Greece's Modern Tale of Agony and Ambition

The Hellinikon project has become synonymous with everything that Greece desires to achieve; however, at the same time, it perfectly highlights modern Greece's deep-rooted problems which prevent the country from beginning a new chapter in its long history. One of...

Greek Bus Driver Owns Private Island (video)

The story of Kostas Selimis and his island could make a great movie, or at least a great documentary on Greek red tape, as the poor bus driver fought for 24 years to get a property that was given...

Vouliagmeni, Diving Into the Blue Well of the Devil (Video)

There are many amazing places visitors can discover in Greece, some of which are quite unexpected. In Vouliagmeni -- in the Athenian Riviera -- the Blue Well of the Devil is one of those magical views that Greece can offer. Located...

Escape the City for a Swim in Greece's Lake Vouliagmeni

One of the most beautiful places along the Athenian Riviera is, without any doubt, Lake Vouliagmeni. Perfect during any time of the year, both for a restoring winter swim as well as for a summer escape from the bustling...

Environmental Tragedy South of Athens Captured in a Reuters Snap

This photo by Reuters’ Giorgos Moutafis, demonstrates the environmental disaster at the coast of southern Athens after the sinking of a small tanker in the Saronic Gulf on September 10. The oil that leaked from the tanker can be seen...

City of Athens to Participate in World Cities Day Festivities on Saturday, October 31

Athens will participate in the celebrations for the World Cities Day on Saturday October 31 with a series of events. The Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE), devoted to the effective promotion of the City of Athens, is embracing the occasion of...

World Travel Awards Ceremony to be Held in Greece

The World Travel Awards (WTA), the “Oscars of the travel industry” as they are called, will be held for the first time in Greece. The luxurious Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso hotel in Athens will be hosting the European...