SUMMER 2016

Athens hidden tips for shopping dinning nightlife getting around Happy beaches getaways 2 Welcome to ATHENS ΑΘΗΝΑ

Athens name comes from ATHINA goddess of wisdom and educa- tion according to Greek mythology. History of Athens is one of the longest of any city in Europe and in the world. Athens has been continuously inhabited for over 3,000 years, becoming the leading city of Ancient . The city itself is an open space archaeologi- cal museum giving to the visitors a unique feeling of history.

Today Athens is a big cosmopolitan city a metropolis of financial, political and cultural life in Greece. It is a city full of events full of life with nice places to visit according to your interests.

Starting from theaters or concerts per- formances, museums or just wonderful sandy clear water nearby beaches.

We will be happy to share with you small se- crets to ENJOY our city the way we do it, like locals. The way we choose the best places to go as Athenians and we are definetely sure you will have a great happy and unforgettable time in Greece.

Probably you know already the places you must see but we want to give you some tips and hidden se- crets that may give you more options for a trip you will really...... ENJOY. Katerina Komninou Editor

3 www.enjoy-greece.gr

Contents

Useful information...... 6 Places must see...... 10 Lycavvitos (Lycabettus) the highest hill in Athens..... 12 Acropolis museum...... 14 Parthenon Marbles...... 15 FOR LISTINGS TO: How you can go around...... 17 “ENJOY ATHENS” MAGAZINE Greece in numbers...... 18 Please contact: +30 6948 662 771 Drink coffee the Greek way...... 25 or +30 6947 777 321 Coastal walks...... 26 Email: [email protected] Getting around...... 28 www.enjoy-greece.gr Photo files by: “Enjoy Greece” Go shopping...... 31 OTE group telecomunications museum...... 37 Reproduction of the whole or part of this Dinning in Athens...... 38 magazine is only permitted under written authorization of Enjoy Greece Goods from greece...... 46 photos files Enjoy Mykonos/shutterstock/123RF Happy getaways...... 55

4 5 Useful information International Airport 210 3530000 International emergency 112 Usefull Aegean air 210 6261000 Telephones Police 100 Athens Tourism Police 171 Ambulance 166 Onlinetickets.gr 210 8949259 Fire station 199 Ship timetable from Piraeus port 14541 Hellenic sea ways 210 4199100 www.hellenicseaways.gr Long distance busses KTEL 14945 Flying dolphins to Aegina and agistri 210 4121654 www.aegeanflyingdolphins.gr SOS doctors 1016 Acropolis Museum 210 9000900 www.theacropolismuseum.gr RADIO TAXI 18300 (Kosmos) 18222 (Taxiplon)

Lost/Stolen Lost/stolen credit cards Credit Cards AMEX 210 326000 VISA (toll free) 00800116380304 DINERS 210 9290200 MASTERCARD (toll free) 00800118870303 6 7 GREECE & AROUND THE WORLD • AIR & BOAT TICKETS • HOTEL ACCOMMODATION • ORGANISED TOURS • EXCURSIONS • CRUISES • RENT A CAR

20 A. Papandreou St. Glyfada, Tel.: 210 8981162, 210 8981164 Email: [email protected], www.arimar.gr8 Arimar Travel Planning to come, or you are already here. We would like to help you to spend your holidays the best possible way.

Greeks are famous for their FILOXENIA (hospitality) from ancient years till today, as it is one of the strongest elements of our culture.

So we are enormously generous with our guests and we would like give you the information you need to have a wonderful stay.

20 A. Papandreou St. Glyfada, Tel.: 210 8981162, 210 8981164 Lets start! Email: [email protected], www.arimar.gr Arimar Travel 9 Places must see PANATHENAIC STADIUM- CLASSICAL OLYMPIC STADIUM Also known as Kalimarmaro (means beauti- ful marbled). It’s the stadium where the first modern olympic games took place here in 1896. It is reconstructed in the remains of an ancient Greek stadium with wooden struc- ture from 329 bc. It’s built totally from top quality white marble from Penteli moun- tain, north of Athens. Today the stadium hosts many events and ceremonies. Seat- ing capacitty 80.000 spectators. Here is the place where the venue of the Olympic flame handover ceremony takes place before every Olympic Games around the world. Tram station zappion www.panathenaicstadium.gr

HERODIUM THEATER

It’s a stone structured theater semi-circular am- pitheater on the southwest slopes of Acropolis. It was built in 161ad by the Athenian magnate Herodes Atticus in memory of his beloved wife Aspasia Regilla. It was restored in 1950s. Since then it has been the main venue OF ATHENS FESTIVAL which runs from May to October each year with great variety of Greek and International performances. Among the artists who have performed at Herid- ium Odeon are Maria Callas -Mikis Theodorakis - Manos Hatzidakis - Placido Domingo - Hose Carre- ras - Bolsoi Ballets - Lisa Minelli - Diana Ross - Jean Michel Jarre and many others. Seats are not so comfortable but it is a must to follow a performance in this theater with magic atmosphere. High heels are not permitted.

Metro station Acropolis (line 2) www.greekfestival.gr

10 DIONISIOU AREOPAGITOU STR

It’s the pedestrian walkway linking the main Ath- ens archaeological sites. Starts from Amalias ave opposite to Adrian arch continous on the slopes of Acropolis and goes to the feet of Philopappus (the hill opposite to Acropolis). It’s always full of tourists but if you want a bit of tranquility visit St. Dimitrius (Loumbardiaris) church hidden in a pine forest on Philopappus hill. It is a small church from 16th centrury. Old frescoes from the 18th centrury were restored by the architect Pik- ionis in 1950s. www.visit.gr/on foot

EVZONES (TSOLIAS)

The first Greek guards unit was formed 1867 and ever since it has participated in all wars till Ww2. Today is an honorable military unit attached to the head of the state. It is manned by carefully selected soldiers. Require high standards personality and fitness! are trained very hard to fullfil their service (minimum height to join 1,86). The etymology means the well-girt men. Every sunday at 11 am there is a change of guards and parade cere- mony taking place in Syntagma sqr in front of the UNKOWN SOLDIER TOMB where always there are two guards staying completely still to honor the anonymous soldiers who gave their lives in the battlefielfs for independence and freedom. The famous uniform - called FOUSTANELA- is a cotton kilt with 400 pleats that represent the 400 yrs under Ottoman occupation. Today we are very proud of them and they are synonimous to GREEK PRIDE. 11 had been carrying from the Pallene peninsula for the construction of the Acropolis. Νear the car park, is the Lykavittos Theater, a Lycavvitos or Lycabettus is the large open air theater with a seating capacity of four thousand. During summer months theater highest hill in Athens performances as well as concerts are held here. (277 over 900 ft) St George chapel is a white little orthodox church built the 19th century a landmark visible The Lycabettus hill is a tourist destination in from all over the city. the center of Athens. You can easily go by the There is a restaurant ORIZONTES with outdoor Lycabettus Funicular, a funicular railway which service during summer. climbs the hill from a lower terminus at Kolonaki (1, Aristipou str). The funicular constructed by Dont miss a panoramic sunset view..... Greek Tourism Organization (EOT) in 1960’s and started its function in 1965. Before the Athens Olympic Games funicular was totally refurbished. Operates every half hour. Duration of the ride 10 minutes. Tickets cost 7€ including return. Mythologically, Lycabettus is credited to goddess , who created it when she dropped a limestone mountain she

12 13 ACROPOLIS MUSEUM

Acropolis museum is the top exhibition of Acropolis findings and Parthenon marbles located opposite to the Acropolis hill in Makrigianni area and is strongly recommended. The new museum was built in 25.000sqr space and covers 14.000m2 exhibition area and open.

A Day at the Acropolis Museum. Spend a day at Cafe and Restaurant, while enjoying the view of the Acropolis Museum, enjoying a range of activi- the archeological excavation and the breathtaking ties such as strolling through the galleries, watch- view of the ancient hills of Athens. Every Friday the ing the conservation of the Caryatides, browsing Museum is open until 10 pm and the restaurant is through books relating to the Parthenon etc. open between 8 pm and 12 midnight. Enjoy a spe- 3D Projections. Every Saturday and every Sunday, cial menu as well as the beautiful night views of the the Acropolis Museum welcomes visitors to its Vir- Sacred Rock. tual Reality Theater to learn more about the Acrop- Explore virtually the Acropolis Museum! Tour vir- olis monuments viewing brief 3D video screenings. tually the Archaic Gallery and the Parthenon Gallery. Family Backpacks. The Acropolis Museum gives The “walk-through” feature of the project uses Goog- families the opportunity to enjoy their visit and le’s Street View technology. Explore physical and learn about exhibits in a creative way through the contextual information provided about the collec- specially designed Family Packages. tion of the Acropolis Museum. The virtual images of Cafe and Restaurant. Take a rest at the Museum artworks are reproduced at extremely high quality.

Opening hrs Mon 8-4 (last admission 3.30) Tuesday to Sunday 8-8 (last admission7.30) Friday 7-10 (last admission 9,30) E-tickets available

14 PARTHENON MARBLES

...also known as The Elgin marbles are a collection of Classical Greek marble sculptures, inscriptions, and architectural pieces that were originally part of the temple of the Parthenon and other buildings on the . Lord Elgin British ambassador to the Ottoman Em- pire obtained in 1801 a controversial permit to re- move the marbles. From 1801 to 1812, Elgin’s agents removed about half of the surviving sculptures of the Parthenon, as well as sculptures from the and Erech- theum. The Marbles were transported by sea to Britain. In Britain, the acquisition of the collection was supported by some people, whereas others, such as linked Elgin’s actions to vandalism. Later Greece began major projects for the restoration of the country’s monuments, and has expressed its disapproval of El- gin’s removal of the Marbles from the Acropolis and the Parthenon, which is regarded as one of the world’s greatest cultural monuments. Greece disputes the subsequent purchase of the Mar- bles by the British Government and urges the return of the marbles to Greece for their unification. 15 Athens Metro

16 First let’s give you some information HOW YOU CAN GO AROUND

Choose Athens METRO It is by far the best faster and easiest way to get around the city and its absolutely safe. Time of operation from 5,30am -00,00pm. Tickets can be purchased from the ticket booths or automated vendors located at each station Ticket price is 1,40€ with the possibility to use the same ticket within 60 minutes to any bus or train Daily tickets 24 hrs. price 4€ City to airport, the ticket costs 8€ one way or 14€ return (line 3 El. Venizelos national /international flights)

Athens By TAXI Bright Yellow. Cars can take you wherever you need to go. Don’t get mad if your taxi driver will pick up other passengers on the way to your destination. You can deny this if you want. ALL taxis MUST use the meter. Call RADIO TAXIS the small surcharge you pay for the call is really worth the professional attitude of the drivers. On the trip from /to the airport the driver will legally charge you the airport pick up surcharge and the Attica odes (highway connecting city and the airport) tolls 2,80€

Athens by Bus/trolleys Airport EXPRESS buses Yellow trolleys-yellow stops X95 from syntagma sqr every 10-20 minutes to Blue busses - blue stops airport 24hrs Tickets cost 1,40€ X96 from port of Piraeus every 30 minutes to Must be bought at any kiosk and validate in the airport vehicle

TRAM Public tram services from Syntagma sqr to southern suburbs and the coastal promenade and Neo Faliro (not yet to the port this is under construction)

17 18 Ten years ago two scientists TOLIS (chemist) & BABIS (mathematician) of Brike family have decided to share their memories from Sunday family's gatherings good food and happy atmosphere. The starting point was at PALEA FOKEA with XIMA and continued with the brand new XIMA ALIMOS.

The tastes are Greek with carefully selected row materials following old recipes that are passing from generation to generation. The demi sec wine as well as the hot Rakomelo or the iced Mastiha help to finish a successful meal that ends with chocolate delights and delicious home made nut pie or kazandipi oriental sweet.

Alimos: Vallianou & Theotoki 1 Palaia Fokea: 25th Martiou 11 Tel. +30 210 9825026 Tel. +30 22910 78235 ΧΗ.ΜΑ. - Αλιμος ΧΗ.ΜΑ.

www.xima.gr • [email protected] 19 Greece in numbers

1. Greece is continuously inhabited for over 6. Greek has been spoken for more than 3,000 7,000 years, Athens is one of the oldest years, making it one of the oldest languages cities in Europe. It is also the birthplace of in Europe. democracy, Western philosophy, the Olym- 7. Greece has about 9,000 miles of coastline, pic Games, political science. the 10th longest in the world. 2. Approximately 16.5 million tourists visit 8. About 7% of all the marble produced in the Greece each year, more than the country’s world comes from Greece. entire population. 9. Thousands of English words come from the 3. Over 40% of the population lives in the . capital Athens. 10. Greece has more than 2,000 islands, of which 4. Greece has more archaeological museums approximately 170 are populated. Greece’s than any other country in the world. largest island is Crete (3,189 sq. miles). 5. The first Olympic Games took place in 776 11. Greek ships make up 70% of the European B.C. Union’s total merchant fleet. 20 12. In Greece, people celebrate the “name day” of the saint that bears their name rather than their own birthday. 13. Greece has one of the richest varieties of wildlife in Europe, including 116 species of mammals, 18 of amphibians, 59 of reptiles, 240 of bird, and 107 of fish. 14. The world’s third leading producer of , the Greeks have cultivated trees since ancient times. Some olive trees planted in service, Greece has one of the largest fleets the thirteenth century are still producing in the world. Aristotle Onassis and Stavros olives. Niarchos 15. Greece is the leading producer of natural 22. Alexander the Great was the first Greek ruler sea sponges. to put his own face on Greek coins. Previ- 16. , which is made from goat’s milk, is the ously, Greek coins had shown the face of a Greece’s national cheese. It dates back to god or goddess. the Homeric ages. 23. The Greeks revolutionized the art of sculp- 17. Greek’s highest elevation is the legendary ture. Instead of stiff poses and blank faces, home of Zeus and other Olympian gods and Greek artists began to carve statues of goddesses, at 9,750 feet people that showed both movement and (2,917 meters). Its lowest elevation is the emotion. Mediterranean Sea, or sea level. 24. Greece produce a large variety of excellent 18. Greece’s official name is the Hellenic Repub- wines. lic. It is also known as Ellas or Ellada. 25. Mastic of Chios is a unique product con- 19. The Greek flag is includes nine blue-and- sumed as food, liquor, cosmetic or pharma- white horizontal stripes, which some ceutical product. scholars say stand for the nine syllables of the Greek motto “Eleftheria i ” 26. Greeks are Orthodox Christians per 98% or “Freedom or Death”. Blue represents 27. The honey from Greece is considered to be Greece’s sea and sky, while white stands some of the finest honey in the world. for the purity of the struggle of freedom. In the upper left-hand corner is the traditional 28. Shipping is the country's most important Greek Orthodox cross. industry (worth €251.1 billion in 2015). 20. Greece’s currency, the drachma, was 2,650 29. Today the high rate of unemployment years old and Europe’s oldest currency. The obliges many young Grreks to seek a better drachma was replaced with the Euro in life abroad. 2002. 30. Greeks are not lazy are working hard are 21. Throughout history, Greeks have loved the paying enormous taxes and today are deep- sea. With more than 1,800 merchant ships in ly affected by the economic crisis. 21 BETTINA est 1963 During the 50yrs of continuous operation Bettina has achieved the defining of the top clothing trends in Athens REAL STYLE FOR REAL PEOPLE Variety of exclusive collections

Shop online: Bettina.com.gr 29 Anagnostopoulou Str., Kolonaki, Athens Tel. +30 210 3392094 www.facebook.com/BettinaAthens

beautiful GREECE beautiful WOMEN

Socrates was the first philosopher who started focusing into beauty. Plato said that beauty cannot be defined. Ancient Greeks believed in simplicity. Less is more! Today we live in the era of image. The way you look is extremely important. Greeks believe at the combination of external beauty with the beauty of soul.

22 23 TASOS CONFECTIONERY The confectionery workshop Tasos started back in 1955 at the cinema Arian in Glifada. In 1971 has moved to the present address at No 6 Maragou str, in Glifada. It is one of the oldest confectioneries in the area that still offers traditional sweet and salt products. The methods used are the same with those used 60 years ago. All our products are produced from start to end in our workshop and are served exclusively from our shop. We use mostly hand made methods of production and our first quality raw materials are fresh and prepared by us. It seems that time has stopped in an era where confectioners were called “craftsmen”. All our products are produced daily and the famous “negros” (named by the founder “Tasos” after the name of the footballer Negri) as well as the brioche or the “samali” and the custard filled pastry. Every twenty minutes products come our directly from our oven and the customers have the feeling they themselves have produced the product at home. Therefore it is not by pure chance that somedoby can taste the most delicious cheesepie even in his life. Today the grandson of Tasos continues the same tradition with the same passion and the same love with his grandfather that was so respected and beloved by the numerous friends of our shop.

6 MARAGKOU STR., GLYFADA TEL. +3024 210 8943154 Tram stop: Plateia Katraki (Main Glyfadas sqr) DRINK COFFEE....THE GREEK WAY...

FRAPPE

Frappe coffee is an iced coffee beverage made from instant coffee originally from Greece. Never mind if you’re a coffee lover or not. When you’re in Athens, make sure you try a frappé. It’s a drink with coffee, water, ice cubes, and they usually add sugar and milk.

It’s the MOST popular drink in Greece. You’ll see * Sketo: plain, without sugar Greeks sipping their frappé everywhere: on the * Metrio: medium, with a bit of sugar (1-2 spoon) beach, at work or on the streets. * Glyko: sweet, with about 2-4 spoons of sugar But keep in mind: if you want a sweetened frappé, you need to specify how sweet you want your bev- Frappés are best with milk. So make sure to add erage. The sugar is always mixed with the drink be- some. fore it is served!

ELLINIKOS (GREEK BLEND COFFEE)

Don’t like cold drinks? Then you might want to order a hot Greek coffee. Just like the Turkish cof- fee, the Greek coffee has a thick layer of sediment grounds at the bottom of the cup. And you don’t drink the ground. So you’ll have to sip your coffee slowly. Oriental flavor and excellent taste.

Try to combine Ellinikos with typical Greek spoon sweets (Gliko tou koutal- iou). Spoon sweets are made with fruit and sugar to create a smooth syrup. They are served by the spoonful, hence the name. 25 COASTAL WALKS

Tram has two directions and splits as it reach- es the seaside in Faliro area. One direction is towards Piraeus (SEF) direction and the oth- er is going towards Voula. If you just want a walk and have lunch or coffee and you don’t have a lot of time then choose Trocadero (SEF) or Eden (Dir. Vou- la) station. You can have a nice walk by the seaside with view of Saronic golf and you can visit Marina Flisvos shops. We have a full coverage of the marina area or you can visit paleo faliro high street market agiou Alexan- drou with several shops and St. Alexandros church with the famous icons by the Greek painter Parthenis. If you follow the tram direction to VOULA you have the following options: Glyfada area where you can have a walk in the pedestrian seaside walk. From “kentro Istioploias” stop at Glyfada main sq. “Platia Katraki” stop. Vouliagmeni is also a suburb that offers a picturesque coastal walk from kavouri to the golf of Vouliagmeni. If you are already to Glyfada take the bus 114. 26 With more than 100 years of experience and knowledge, our family owned company provides high quality investing services for the Greek and foreign markets of Equities, Derivatives, Bonds and FX. Contact us today for investing opportunities in Greece and abroad. Web based ODL accounts

+30 210 37 26 200 +30 210 37 26 205 [email protected] [email protected] 27 Getting around

PLAKA – ANAFIOTIKA Is the oldest neighbourhood of the city on the slopes of Acropolis. Most of the streets are closed to traffic and you can easily walk around the neoclassi- cal architecture houses. Every year hundreds of thousand of tourists visit this area. Restaurants with tables on the pedestrian streets, shops, cafeterias, gal- leries, museums, you can find whatever you like as a souvenir from Greece, hand painted icons, ceramic handmade souvenirs and many others. ANAFIOTIKA Is a scenic part of Plaka northern east of Acropolis. The settlement was cre- ated when migrants from Anafi (Cylcades island) built their houses on the slopes of Acropolis the 19th century with the traditional island style. Today white houses with balconies full of geranium in narrow streets, make the area a tiny oasis in the city and one of the touristic attractions that most tourists choose to visit.

CAPE SOUNIO 70 km www.capesounion.gr You can choose a visit to Cape Sounio and the 5th bc century temple of God Poseidon (God of the sea). An amazing drive along the saronic golf sea- side through the most beautiful city suburbs such as Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza, Saronis. The temple is situated 197 feet above the sea. You can enjoy a panoramic view and if the at- mosphere is clean you can see Tzia, Kythnos, Aegina islands. Sunset in Sounio is the best sunset view. You can have wonderful pictures for your memory photo album. Coffee shops and taverns nearby are available. If you go pri- vately you can stop in Anabyssos bay where you can find fish taverns by the sea with nice food at reasonable prices. Many bus tour ex- cursions available from major hotels. Bus from Omonia sqr every hour, 4 Euros app 90 minutes drive.

ATHENS ATTICA ZOO PARK – SPATA 32 km www.atticapark.com It is a private zoo that hosts 2000 animals 400 species 365 days per year. You can have a fun day for all the family. Enjoy a picknik in the gardens or have coffee or lunch in the cafeteria. Park hours 9 to sunset. Entrance fee, adults 14 Euro, children 2-12 10 Euro, children 0-3 free, seniors 10 Euro. From Attica Road, exit 18 going to Athens from Airport or exit 16P from Athens to Rafina.

28 VOULIAGMENI 20km It is a seaside suburb south of Athens. Palm trees, flow- ers, sandy beaches, watersports, coffee shops, restau- rants, night clubs. Facilities even in the public beaches make the area strongly recomended to visit. The bay offfers shallow turquoise water. The kavouri peninsou- la offers vip marina, luxurious hotels and sandy beach- es with affordable prices (megalo kavouri). VOULIAGMENI LAKE www.limnibouliagmeni.gr A spectacular miracle of the nature. Thermal water lake with water temperature from 20-27 degrees through the year with possibility of swimming, hotspring bath, hydrotherapy and physiotherapy make bouliagmeni lake a well-being and rejuvenation paradise. Water composition is full of minerals such as potassium, natrium, lithium, calcium and gives relief to diseases such as nevralgia, arthritis, eczema e.t.c. It is open until sunset for swimming and when the nigth falls the lighting transforms the lake caves and cliffs to a magical scenery where you can have your dinner or just enjoy your drink with a sound of soft music. Entrance 8 Euro. 122 bus from metro station Elliniko, bus stop LIMNI (LAKE).

VARKIZA 22km www.yabanaki.gr It is a seaside suburb of Athens with beautiful beaches and YABANAKI complex which offers restaurants, coffee shops, bars, fun and clubbing by the seaside.

29 In the streets of Athens

With a recorded history that spans over 3.400 years, Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world. An open air museum but also a modern city with cos- mopolitan areas -shopping areas and some places to avoid. Athens is a European capital where the history and the tradition are mixed with the modern way of life. A city in layers, where the ancient, the neoclassical and the modern city coexist. Walk around, experience the unique feeling of this city and explore your way Athina.

Flavors: CaramelCorn, CheeseCorn, The Mix, ButterCorn, Cashew CaramelCorn, Macadamia CaramelCorn, Choco- late CaramelCorn, Spicy CheeseCorn, Coconut Chocolate CaramelCorn and Mint Chocolate CaramelCorn

Gourmet popcorn bar available to impress at your next event. for catering services please contact: [email protected]

Vasilisis Olgas 6 & 28th Octovriou 1, Marousi, Greece 15124 (Next to the Marousi Metro Station) phone: 210 6123314, email: [email protected] 30 GO SHOPPING - Where did all your money go? ... I’m wearing it.-

When you visit Athens don’t forget to visit fashion shops for clothes, shoes accessories or jewelery. As crisis has obliged the shops to low- er their retail prices you can find even lower prices for top brands.

Some people are instructed to ask... oriental style bargaining when they are paying. We call it PAZARI=BARGAIN but it’s not accepted anymore in shops as you will have fixed prices for every product. tip Maybe you can bargain in free market open air shops or if you buy many items at a private retailer’s shop.

31 Celia Kritharioti A Success story in fashion

Celia Kritharioti is the innovative designer and owner of the oldest Greek fashion house, which was established in 1906. Since 1988, she has confident- ly brought the Houses glorious tradition into the 21st century.

Celias couture is the ideal combination of femininity, finesse and elegance. Combining the finest quality fabrics and materials with her vision, Celia Kritharioti manages to make every woman feel unique, alluring and elegant, while accentuating the female body. The extensive, detailed work of every single gown, be it a 50s influenced cocktail dress, a romantic set of lace and muslin, or a sensational summer nights outfit, is recognized at first sight.

Celia Kritharioti is pinpointed in Vanity Fair UK as one of six couturiers to watch worldwide. The Celia Kritharioti H ouse of Couture is synonymous to sophisticated elegance, designing perfection and intriguing glamour.

And the slory goes on...

32 33 ATHENS Kolonaki DOWN This area is the major-luxury brand shopping area in the center of Athens. Just a TOWN short walk from Syntagma under Lycabettus hill is the main area square KOLONAKI where you can have coffee, snack or lunch next to a Politician or a greek celebrity as it is the meeting point of local high life. Go around discover trendy boutiques next to top brands or Haute Couture designers from Greece and all around the world. VOU- KOURESTIOU STR. with top designers and anything you may dream. Is the jewelers paradise. Prices supposed to be high before the crisis in this neighbourhood but today prices are lower and maybe here you can have a top brand. Yoy must buy items here because they are cheaper than anywhere else.

Voukourestiou Str. Is the most luxurious shopping str. in Athens. You can find top brands such as Ralph Lauren, Prada, Dior and many top fashion brands and top jewelery shops from Greece. You can also enjoy a city break in elegant coffee shops. Try Zonars, a very old coffee/restaurant fully renovat- ed but with a classy atmosphere. Prices worth the quality.

Ermou (Athens High Str.) Is the first shopping str. of Athens designed by Kleatnhis a greek architect who made the first city plan in 1834. Today it remains our main shopping pedestrian str, lo- cated just on the south edge of Syntagma square and Evagelistrias Str. it ends at Monastiraki area. You can find all major Greek Starts from Athens cathedral sqr (MITROPOLIS) brands nice shops and you will never be alone... as it is cross Ermou str, just before the KAPNIKAREA always noisy and crowded (be aware of pick pockets). church. It’s a hot spot for shoppers as well as cof- On the lower part you can visit one of the oldest Athens fee shops where you can have a snack and many churches Panagia (virgin Mary) KAPNIKAREA (11th cen- shops with VERY LOW PRICES and COZY things if tury around 1050 a.c.) you have time to search.

Plaka Area Adrianou This is the most TOURISTIC shopping area. It has two sides, the positive side because of the variety of things and typical souvenirs from Greece and the negative side as it is too touristic and maybe you can find a bit higher prices than those found in other areas. ATHENS NORTH Kifissia Kifissia is the upscale north shopping area for Athenians. You can go there by train (metro line 1) from Omonia sqr. (last stop). You walk directly through a nice small park north and you will be in a classy suburb full of mansions built at the begining of 20th century. There you will find beautiful gardens and high class shops for every taste. Luxurious boutiques and small boutiques as well. And for sure nice restaurants and classy coffee shops all around. 34 35 Gazi is an area in the city It surrounds the old Ath- ens gazworks, which is an Gazi industrial museum and exhibition space, widely known as Gazi, next to keramikos and close to the Acropolis. It is home to the Technopolis of Athens, that spreads in an area of about 30,000 m2, an industrial museum of modern architecture. Gazi is now home to nu- merous gay and lesbian bars, but you can find any kind of clubs, cafeterias and restaurants. Kerameikos metro station on Line 3 of the Athens Metro is adjacent to the Technopolis of Gazi. 36 OTE GROUP TELECOMUNICATIONS MUSEUM A contemporary museum unveils its story

The OTE Telecommunications Muse- um opened up to the public in 1990 and is ranked under the technological museums. It is a corporate museum, one of a kind in Greece, which respon- sibly manages its corporate heritage, through its operation. The Museum is a member of ICOM (International Council of Museums- Greek section), CECA (International Committee for Education and Cultural Action) and CIMUSET (International Committee for Museums and Collec- tions of Science and Technology).

Collections The Museum collection of telecommu- nications exhibits exceeds 4,500 items, our legacy towards future generations, as showcasing this wide range of tele- including priceless archival material, which is accomplished through the com artefacts to the general public. among which, rare telephones, unique scientific recording of the telecommu- Morse telegraphs, a cable ship, telex nications history in our country. Open to Society devices and optic fibres, telephotogra- The Museum has, in recent years, phy machines, wireless and satellite Our Heritage adopted a more open approach to communications. 'Communicating' The OTE Telecommunications Muse- present-day Greek society, aspiring to with objects of bygone era captivates um is one of a kind and among the become an integral part of it. Through and inspires the visitor, creating un- few technological museums in Greece. its activities, partnerships, educational matched experiences. A unique exhibit, OTE has created this unique museum, programmes, travelling exhibitions holding a special place in the Museum, with the objective to responsibly and respective events, the Museum is the first television studio, which was manage its corporate heritage, as a is "open" to society, establishing a set up in our country, in the distant pioneer in Hellenic telecommunica- powerful relationship with it. The OTE 1965. Current advancements are tions. It is a substantial company in- Telecommunications Museum, with showcased in the new telecommunica- vestment, aiming at the conservation, its wealth of collections, awaits you tions Museum Hall dedicated to mobile maintenance, recording, research, to frequently visit it. Every time, you telephony, where history unfolds from study, digitisation of documents and will rediscover unexplored aspects of its dawn, combining the present-day data pertaining to the evolution of the history of telecommunications in vision with planning of the future. Hellenic telecommunications, as well Greece. What we do The OTE Telecommunications Museum, Address: 25 Proteos str. Nea Kifissia, Athens. Tel. 210 6201999 -210 following current trends in informal 6201899, Website: www.otegroupmuseum.gr, E-mail: otearouD-mu- learning, carries out specialised educa- [email protected] tional programmes and activities, in- Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00 (last admission at 16:00) cluding art and technology workshops, and one weekend every month, 09:00-17:00. safer internet navigation sessions and Admission, guided tours and educational programmes are offered theatrical performances. The activities free of charge. address students of all levels of educa- Educational Programmes: They address students of all education tion, as well as the whole family. Our levels, including pre¬school, primary, secondary and tertiary education. most important recent project involves Group visits - Guided tours: Prior arrangement is deemed useful to complete documentation and digiti- facilitate group visits. sation of all Museum collections. It is 37 Dinning a real in experience Athens

Dinning is a real experience. All types of cuisines with a glass of or wine and ENJOY the are available with emphasis to the traditional moonlight over your table. Mediterranean cuisine. From luxurious restau- Finally you may also visit a tremendous variety rants to small taverns you can have dinner from of shops all around downtown to do your shop- 7 pm-till very late even after midnight. ping at affordable prices to remember your visit You can choose restaurants by the seaside serv- in Athens. ing delicious fresh fish and seafood combined

38 The restaurant Tartare opened in 1999 at the re- gion of Golf in Glyfada area and it is the broth- er restaurant of Spiros and Vasilis located in the centre of Athens.

The steak Tartare made of raw thin cut filet meat of Greek biological breeding beef, the En- trecote de Paris served with crispy french fries and in an authentic recipe, the homedade Pate foie gras, the frog drumsticks, the original snails of Burguudy as well as the Crepe Suzette give the brand and the character of the classic french cuisine with authentic flavors from the Provence of France.

There is also a great variety of carefully selected wines and the service is very willing to assist you in your choice of plates.

Facebook.com/TartareAthens 39 esecretsn to joy Athens

www.enjoy-greece.gr

aking the tram that starts from Syndagma sq. T you can have easy access to the southeast coast of the city where you can walk or spend your day, go swimming, eating and have fun.

40 The sea food MEZES tavern PSAROSAME in the center of Glyfada opposite the swimming pool center offers a variety of sea food and fresh fish plates at reasonable prices. The tavern is having a nice courtyard where you have a pleasant feeling of an island atmosphere and the ser- vice is very friendly,from 13.00 till late. Tuesdays nights we offer our delicious mezes with greek music

16 Pandoras str glyfada, Tram station kolymvitirio (destination voula) Tel. +30 210 8981145, +30 6942010850

https://www.facebook.com/693639934112506/ www.instagram.com/psarwsame/ 41 Dinning in Athens

LIVE LONG. EAT CRETAN.

The Cretan Diet is famous and some say miraculous. Culture, history and geography have helped create a STELIOS TROULAKIS of PASIFAI restaurant can be combination of foods which provides a unique diet honorably announced Ambassador of Cretan cuisine in known as Cretan diet. Athens. This diet has been inscribed since 2013 on the UN- Pasifai in our opinion is the best cretan restaurant out ESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural of Crete. Stelios creates dreamy tastes of older times, Heritage of Humanity. using simple ingredients and top quality local products. The Cretan Diet is very tasty and highly nutritious, prolonging life and helping to prevent many of the modern diseases that shorten the lives of millions of people every year in the West.

From the menu All dishes are delicious and very tasteful. we suggest....

GAMOPILAFO (weddings rice) This ceremonial pilaf served during wedding CRETAN DAKOS festivities in Crete and is Is a cretan mezes a slice of soaked dried bread or bar- famous all over Greece. ley rusk (paximadi) topped with chopped tomatoes The rice is cooked with and crumbled feta or mizithra cheese. Can be a starter quality meat to enhance dish or a light summer lunch. the taste of the rice fresh butter is also used in RAKI generous quantities. Of course you cannot eat cretan food with- MANDINADA out drinking RAKI. An Beef with fresh tomatoes sauce cooked with feta and alcoholic drink in Crete grilled vegetables. called TSIKOUDIA. It is quite strong. If you want ARNAKI STAMNAGATHI to try a bit lighter version Lamb cooked with typical cretan herb (stamnagathi). try RAKOMELO. It is raki With soft egg & lemon sauce. My favorite dish. with honey cloves and cinnamon. Very digestive KREATOTOURTA (pie) and a great source of Lamb meat mizithra chease and mint delicious pie. antioxidants. 42

Lazaraki str., 166 74 Glyfada • Tel. 210 99 44 024, 693 73 96 671 www.pasifai.gr • E-mail: [email protected] 43 Discover fascinating Athens on our “2 wheel limos”. Join any of our electric bicycle tours with local escort and incredible audio guiding system. New for the summer!!! Rent the electric bike, download instantly the app and off you go to discover the city of Athens by yourself !!! Solebike joined forces with clio muse to make an amazing bike sightseeing with innovative mobile application. An- cient monuments, the national garden, modern architec- ture all presented through fun facts and historical info that last no more than 25 seconds. Contact us for more info and make reservation. 11, Lempesi st. by the Acropolis metro Station +30 210 9215 620, +30 694 1590 922 www.solebike.eu • [email protected] Solebike www.enjoy-greece.gr

44 WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT

Location

Beautiful Sunsets

Family Tradition since 1924

Fresh Fish from Leros island

Meze the Greek Way!

Discover the Finest Greek Wines

A True Taste of Greece!

` t 45 ™ GOODS FROM GREECE....

OLIVE OIL In greece we have approximately 120.000.000 olive trees. Our production covers the 16% of world market. Olive oil is definitely the most popular of all our products. Top quality extra virgin oil is the base to all recipies of our healthy mediterranean diet. If you want to buy try super markets because prices are better than touristic shops.

HONEY Greek honey is unique due the climate conditions. It is full of flavor and aroma. You can find Pine honey, thyme honey, citrus fruit honey and many other types. Whatever you will choose it will be delicious. Don’t forget Honey products such as ROYAL JELLY, Pollen Propolis.

WINES Greek vine yards are among the oldest in the world. Weather conditions and exchellent grape varie- ties give different wines. Try varieties as Xinomavro, Mosxofilero, Asyrtiko, Nemea. Today many greek wineries are among the award winning in international wine competitions

OUZO Our famous drink is served in thin glasses with or without ice with the mezes as apperitive. A bit strong but with o unique anissed flavour. Alterna- tively try RAKI /TSIKOUDIA which are also distilled spirit without adding of sugar and mostly without anise flavour app 37% alcohol.

SAFRAN (Krokos Kozanis) Safran or zafora is known from ancient Egyptians and kleopatra era for beau- ty. Today top chefs around the world use it to delicate their dishes. We ex- port it in Europe China and USA.

46 YOGURT We produce yogurt in the traditional way. The result is a yogurt tasty healthy and full of nutricion benefits. We export it all around the world. Try the strained one with honey and nuts or with sour cherry syrup as a dessert.

AVGOTARAXO (Greek caviar) It s a traditional fish roe gourmet delicacy in the same category as caviar but far less expensive. You can find it in the selves of Fauson, Fortum & Μason, Petrossian gourmet experts. Its made from the eggs of female kefalos fish and is top chef suggestion as a gourmet plate. Mainly is produced in Messologi area.

FETA CHEESE There are many very tasty greek cheeses such as Kefalotiri, Graviera, Katiki, but Feta is the most fa- mous of all. White cheese made from sheep’s milk or mixture sheep and goat milk. Slightly salty. You can find in hard or soft variety. Try it with fresh hot bread or in .

MASTIHA Mastiha is a razin that comes from the mastic tree. Exclusive in Greece and in Chios island especially in 24 vilages known as villages of mastic. Hippoctates the father of Ancient medicine noted that can be used for healing purposes and especially for stomach problems. You can find mastiha as gums drink or cosmetic products. Don’t forget to try the MASTIHA LIQUER chilled after your lunch or as a apperitive.

HANDCRAFTs Many artist are still working with hands to create pieces of art ceramic, jewels, painting, silver or gold handicrafts that are really a good souvenir from your visit. Try small shops or galleries.

47 find aKOSTANDINIDIS patisserie... close to you ... its really worths

It was in 1920 that a teacher from Asia Minor, decided to take up pastry and since then, the name Konstandinidis is synonym to sweet pleasure.From the first spoonful of sugar that got mixed with butter, flour and flavors back in 1920, unti today, Quality remains the standard ingredient Millefeuiles made specially in frond of you on demand...... No product, can surpass the quality of the handmade. Our kitchen is OPEN to the eyes of the customer and reveals our secret. The touching fingertips of our confectioners, which combines natural ingredients we choose carefully from across Greece and the world and brings the sweet taste in our products

Glyfada shop: 67 Poseidonos Ave., Tel 21048 8949600, www.konstandinidis.com An oasis restaurant in the middle of the city located in a beautiful square of Plaka next to the Roman agora in the slopes of Acropolis. Here you can enjoy excellent food... greek traditional plates, pas- ta, Bbq, typical mezes, fresh fruit salads, desserts or just enjoy your drink from our wide selection of wines.

68, Andrianou str. & Aiolou Plaka Athens Tel. (+30) 210.32.51.619 www.ydria.gr Ydriaplaka 49 Why not... in Greece

There is a large variety of events we celebrate in Greece.....

Before and after wedding, baby christening, birthdays, corporate events or just a party with friends. We like to organize events with kefi (κέφι): A word well known to Greeks without exact translation to another language. It’s rather a feeling which may be translated as being in high mood. Saying kefi, we are also referring to: joy, spirit, passion, happiness, excitement, feeling good, having fun, or loving life. So how you cannot succeed planning an event with these ingredients. Today in Greece we have the best event plan- ners to help you transform a simple event to an unforgettable memory. From wedding to friends gathering, you will have the best time of your life. And when you return back home you will have fantastic images by choosing Greece’s beauty as your memories background.

50 51 52 The best events venue in Athens

Amaltheia the place provides everything you need for a corporate or wedding event in a specially designed area by the sea. We offer professional catering services, so we can raise the taste standards of your gastronomical journeys. One of the most beautiful seaside location can offer a luxurious hospitality to your guests. Dinning hall for summer or winter venues. Cocktail bar, exclusive customized menus, Dj, protection from weather conditions, parking.

VARKIZA beach (next to Yabanaki) Mob.: 0030 6932420245 - Tel.: 0030 210 9635770 - Email: [email protected] www.amaltheiatheplace.gr 53 Its difficult to choose among the many beautiful destinations to visit in Greece. However we have tried to select after careful consideration 4 different places according to some special feautures that each and everyone of them has to offer to the visitor. No matter if you have to travel a little bit more by car by boat of have one (less than an hour) flight.. you will add more to your memories back- pack when you return back home. Here below you will find a combination of destinations either by the sea or in the mainland that offer a unique way to spend your holidays the way you like, swimming, clubing, culture, fun, nature, well being, history.. whatever your choice will be enjoy greece

www.enjoy-greece.gr

54 Happy getaways

PATMOS

THE ISLAND OF TRANQUILITY... Patmos is the island of Apocalypse. It is located in the Aegean sea and is most famous for being the location of both the vision of and the writing of the book of Revelation.

Patmos belongs to Dodecanese complex of islands. The island with its Patmos is mentioned in the Book of Revelation The 63km coastline offers book's introduction states that its author, St. JOHN a wide selection of was on Patmos when he was given (and recorded) a beaches, from isolated vision from JESUS. Early Christian tradition identified pebbled coves to sandy this writer as John the Apostle. organized ones with Because of the Book of Revelation, Patmos has a long umbrellas, bars and wa- history as a destination for pilgrims of Christianity. ter sports.The coastal Visitors can see the cave where John is said to have villages of Grikos and Kambos which consists of Pano received his Revelation (the Cave of the Apocalypse), Kambos (Upper Kambos) built in lush hills and Kato and several monasteries on the island are dedicated Kambos (Lower Kambos) stretching along the beach. to Saint John. In 1999, the island's historic center Chora, along with Food & Drink the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and the There are many restaurants and scattered Cave of the Apocalypse, were declared WORLD HERIT- all over the island giving you a wide selection of AGE SITES by UNESCO. traditional cuisine. You definitely have to try Fresh fish dishes. Even the nature of the island which can Town and villages be defined as religious and calm you can have many The two largest settle- choices of night life in picturesque bars by the sea or ments of Patmos Island up in the slopes of the Apocalypse Castle. are Skala (which is the Port of Patmos Island) How to go and Patmos Town also The only way to get to Patmos is by sea. A boat from known as Chora that Athens (Piraeus ) with Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic is built around the Sea Ways (7-8 hrs) Castle-Monastery of Boats leave from Gate E1 in Piraeus port daily. Gate E1 Saint John. There are is for islands to the Dodecanese, and Patmos is one several villages and cottages scattered around the island of them. and along the coasts, while two more villages are also of If you afford there is a heliport on the island. importance. 55 from Constantinople to Athens and Patmos

56 57 Happy getaways

SAMOS

Samos is an island in the eastern Aegean sea In ancient times Samos was a particularly rich and powerful.

It is home to Pythagoreion and the Heraion of Samos, Samos Muscat wine a UNESCO World Heritage Site that includes the Eu- In Samos, the white muscat grape palinian aqueduct, a marvel of ancient engineering. covers about 97% of Samos’ Samos is the birthplace of the Greek philosopher and vineyards, with the remaining 3% mathematician Pythagoras. shared by ritino and fokiano - red Samian wine was well known in antiquity, and till grape varietals used for the pro- today samos is producing excellent wines. duction of rosé wines - and some rarer table grape varieties .Visit Beaches the wine museum in UNION OF The island features dazzling organized beaches like VINICULTURAL COOPERATIVES OF Tsamadou, Lemonakia, Kokkari and Kedros in the SAMOS (EOSS), Malagari. north, but also isolated beaches like Aspres and Agios Ioannis Eleimonas in the southwest. Whatever you will choose you will be amazed by the clear blue waters.

58 59 Happy getaways

PAROS

Paros is one of the most beautiful islands of Cyclades. Sandy beaches clear turquoise waters and charming villages give to the island a priority to summer destinations among Greek and foreigners tourists. Town and villages Santa Maria: Long coastline with sections of several PARIKIA is the capital and the main port of Paros. long and wide sandy beaches, full of bars and activities. NAOUSSA is an old fishing village turned into a Usually it is windy, a paradise for windsurfers. cosmopolitan top holiday destination. The village is Pounta: attracts happy crowds and has a lot to do characterized by its picturesque Venetian port and its during day and night with party mood. many fish restaurants strongly recommended. The “official” beach for nude bathing on Paros is Mo- 11 Villages are waiting you to explore them. nastiri, near Naoussa.

Beaches How to go Kolymbithres is one of the Island’s most popular and 10 ferries in the low season -35 in the high season well-known beaches on the other side of Naoussa arriving in Paros every day from Piraeus, Rafina and Bay with a beautiful view towards Naoussa. It is very the islands. Plus, there are High Speeds for quick special due to impressive rock formations that divide travelling from Piraeus or Rafina to Paros. the beach into a succession of little sandy coves. Air-connections exist all year round, from Athens Chrissi Akti (Golden Coast) is a huge sandy beach airport with Olympic Air (flight is approx. 30min.). The with blue shallow waters. neighbouring islands of Mykonos and Santorini host international chartered flights.

60 A luxury seaside hotel overlooking the deep blue Aegean Sea. We provide high standards fa- cilities and services to all guests. This modern hotel offers high quality personalized services and combines luxury with simplicity.

We are inspired by the authentic Greek hospitality to offer you an unforgettable memory An earthly paradise atmosphere will help you to escape to the absolute blue of the Aegean Sea and live unique experiences in your Cycladic getaway. Contaratos Bay Hotel Naousa Paros Greece 84400, Tel. +30 22840 53610, [email protected]

61 emphasis on quality

It is a must in Paros island, located in the pictur- esque harbor of Naoussa, with its Venetian castle, the center of cosmopolitan life of the island. Bar- barossa -operates since 1963 and from 2007 offers a variety of dishes prepared by the famous chef Joseph Sykianakis. The chef shares the same vision with the family for fresh, pure and traditional materials. He created a menu based on a variety of tastes in seafood and fish, with some meat dishes, original freshly made salads and upscale typical Greek appetizers. Barbarossa provides top Catering services, either on site for each event, or anywhere on the island.

Old port of Naousa Reservation telephone: +30 22840 51391 / +306946 335840 62 Relax in style no matter your airline or class of travel in our exclusive lounges Free Wi-FI International Press Snacks VIP services Drinks Meet & assist Athens El. Venizelos - Thessaloniki Makedonia Airport - Rhodes Diagoras Airport Information: +30 210 3564309 - 310 | Email: [email protected] www.skyserv.aero63 Happy getaways

OLYMPUS mountain of Gods

Olympus....and around.... The legendary mountain where the ancient Greek mythology was born. The residence of the 12 Gods. It is the highest mountain of Greece (2,917 m), and is famous not only for its mystic character, but also for its rare flora and fauna, small rivers, waterfalls, caves , chestnut tree forests, its rocky slopes, its monasteries and nice villages. According to the Greek mythology, here, the twelve Gods defeated the Ti- tans. They fed on ambrosia and nectar, which certifies the excellent quality of local products even today. Try local wines and honey.

Platamonas The imposing medieval Castle of Platamon that has been standing proud for 10 centuries, at the gate Visit: of Thermaic gulf. The former guard- • The surrounding beaches on a unique riverside walk and ian of pirates now stands proud and a coastline of more than 70 coffee. watches the ships sailing the Aege- km with a variety of coasts • You can go a short excur- an Sea. “The castle of Platamon” is (fine sand, pebbles, pine sion to the ancient towns of a fortress-town of the middle Byz- trees, hydro biotopes) and and Pella, capitals antine period (10th century A.D.). It warm and clear sea. of powerful Macedonia, lies at the south-east foot of mount • The old wineries of Rapsani with royal tombs and many Olympos, at a strategic position. village. findings and monuments. • Visit the archaeological area Strongly recommended to of Dion, the sacred town of visit the museum. Macedonians, dated in the • Visit St. Dionyssios 500yrs 5th century B.C. old orthodox monastery 3 • The Tempi valley and Pinios km from Litohoro. A place river have a picturesque for meditation serenity and scenery and you can have relax.

64 “OLYMPUS THEA” boutique Hotel, is located on the National Road Thessaloniki-Athens, outside the coast- al village of Platamon, below the picturesque castle of Crusades. This boutique hotel situated at the slopes of the legendary mountain Olympus the residence of the 12 Gods, according to Greek Mythology. Just 500 meters from the coastline of Pieria, (bus transfers to the beach during summer). You can swim in the sea or the swimming pool. A 70 km long riviera offers organized beaches, res- taurants, bars and water sports. The absolute combination of tranquility, mountain activities, swimming and sites with Archaeological interest such as Dion. EVENTS For extraordinary and most discussed social events that no one will forget, OLYMPUS THEA uses the imagination of its experienced staff, the gourmet proposals of its chef and top quality facilities for unforgettable events.

100th km. Thessaloniki – Athens, P.C. 600 65, Platamonas, Pieria Tel.: +30 23520 44740 – 44741 • Fax: +30 23520 41305 • www.olympusthea.com • [email protected] 65 Greece is not only a paradise for holidays

Greece is a blessed country We are blessed to live under the sun with mild weather conditions of course we have winder - sometimes our tourist are wondering if here we have summer all around the year!!! But is mild We live near or not too far from the sea we have culture and we love life. We work hard and of course we are producing several products PRODUCTION/Export Did you now that we produce and export:1)Magnesium. We cover the 46% of west- ern Europe production. 2)Aluminium first country in Europe. 3) Nikel as row mate- rial 4)Refined Petroleum covers the35%of our exports 5)Row cotton we are the 7th country worlwide in cotton exports 6)Bauxite we are no 1 in Europe7) We export packaged medicaments and high quality beauty natural products GREEK MARITIME Greece from ancient history is a Maritime nation Shipping is one of our biggest in- dustries 4.5%of GDP. The Greek merchant navy controls the 16,2% of bulk carriers and 22 5% of tankers worldwide. Greek flag is the 5th flag in maritime worldwide and we have 750 companies 66 Thermae Sylla embodies real wellness and medical spa treatments in an environment of understated luxury and healthy Mediterranean gourmet. It offers an ideal cure and escape from the demands of modern life to help you rejuvenate, heal, rediscover your inner self and unveil the new you.

www.thermaesylla.gr

67