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Tourism: Athens among the 10 best European destinations - 7.5 million visitors, led by Americans
The best tourist year for the capital, which, according to the data of the official bodies, is among the top 10 destinations in Europe - The poor state of the pavements and squares in the centre of the city is a disadvantage
Mosaic floor found in ancient Side
The Culture and Tourism Ministry announced that a mosaic floor, dating back to the 2nd century B.C., has been discovered in the ancient city of Side in the southern province of Antalya.
The artifact came to light during works carried out within the scope of the ministry's Heritage to the Future Project.
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Physicists say this is the best place to hide indoors from a nuclear shockwave
Windows, doorways, and hallways are risky places to be, even if you’re far from the blast and lucky enough to be inside a concrete-reinforced building
The Best Places for Extreme Sports in Greece
Greece, a mosaic of sun-drenched landscapes and azure seas, is primed for daring exploits and unforgettable moments.
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Innovative Graphene Method Redefines Concrete Recycling
Researchers from Flinders University and The University of Melbourne are pioneering a groundbreaking method to transform discarded concrete into a valuable resource, paving the way for a more sustainable construction approach.
Remarkable observation tower functions like an oversized sundial
Structurally, the building is made up of white concrete, which has been carefully shaped to respond to the Sun’s trajectory
Cultivating a cooler Athens
With Athens at breaking point over the last few days due to the scorching heat, calls are getting louder for simple measures to make it easier for residents to cope.
In comments to Kathimerini, University of Toronto architecture professor Petros Babasikas suggests public fountains, trees and plants in open spaces, rainwater harvesting, car restrictions and bike lanes.
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‘Quiet asphalt’ to be used in Istanbul to reduce highway noise
In a bid to address the escalating issue of noise pollution in the metropolitan city of Istanbul, where vehicle density is increasing day by day, a "quiet asphalt" project is set to be implemented in certain areas to mitigate the noise level on the roads by 10 decibels.
Researchers dig up secrets of 'self-healing' Roman concrete
How have Rome's ancient aqueducts and architectural marvels such as the Pantheon, which features the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome, endured the test of time? Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and other institutions believe they have uncovered the mystery of the durability of the 2,000-year-old structures - self-healing concrete.
Bulgaria is Launching Highway "Europa" but without the Last Layer of Asphalt
"We are launching Highway 'Europa' around the New Year, but without the last layer of asphalt." This was stated by the Minister of Regional Development and Public Works, Ivan Shishkov.