Acropolis Rally

The gate of Thebes

To visit the new Archaeological Museum of Thebes is to travel through time, space and myth. The journey is much longer and the experience much greater than the one-hour drive from Athens would suggest. This is not only because of the museum and its great exhibition ranging from Boeotia's prehistory right up to the establishment of the modern Greek state.

Streets to close in Kifissia on Sunday for race

Motorists are advised to avoid the northern Athenian suburb of Kifissia on Sunday morning, as many key streets will be closed down for a race.

The Traffic Police on Thursday said that key stretches on Kifissias Avenue, Harilaou Trikoupi, Tatoiou, Ekalis and Ethnikis Antistaseos, among many others, would be closed off to traffic.

Hotel projects look set set to gain traction in the coming months

Fifteen new investment initiatives by business groups in the tourism sector for the creation, expansion and modernization of hotel units at popular Greek destinations are currently unfolding. Kathimerini understands that local authorities have already issued a series of permits for the implementation of the investment programs, while other projects are well under way.

Sunday Never Sleeps | Athens | January 22

Buba Bistrot Exotique in the northern suburb of Kifissia - specializing in sophisticated Asian street food - is relaunching its Sunday Never Sleeps series of events. This weekend it is hosting a live gig by Matoula Zamani, a singer known for her energy and sense of humor. The show starts at 6.30 p.m. and admission is free.

Buba, 4 Papadiamanti, Kifissia, tel 210.623.1151

Cold front grips the country, bringing snow to many parts

The Ancient Theater of Epidaurus in the Peloponnese is seen blanketed in snow, as a cold front swept in across the country Thursday. In Attica, people woke up to snowfall, especially in the northern suburbs of Kifissia and Ekali, while downtown Athens and even the southern coast were also given a light dusting.

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