Acropolis of Athens

Agreement Expected Soon
The Greek and British sides appear to be on the verge of reaching an agreement on the return of the Parthenon Sculptures, according to a series of reports, including an analysis by The Economist, which foresees a resolution by 2025.

It was the first official event of the Parthenon Project in Greece, a campaign that aims to reunite the Parthenon Marbles currently at the British Museum in London with their counterparts in Athens.

The city's cannons sounded 37 times in Messolonghi on the day that Lord Byron breathed his last, one for each year of his short life.

In celebration of the 60th anniversary of the iconic film "Zorba the Greek," a special ballet performance will take place against the backdrop of the Acropolis this weekend. The show features music by legendary Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis, including the famous sirtaki dance.

One of Türkiye's most famous landmarks, the Apollo Temple in the southern Turkish town of Side, continues to attract visitors from around the world. Now, the nearby Temple of Athena is also being revived during its ongoing excavation and restoration works.

After nearly 40 hours in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Hygeia hospital north of Athens, popular Greek singer Marinella's condition remains stable but critical, according to a medical update on Friday.

Veteran Greek singer Marinella remains "clinically stable" but in "critical" condition following a serious stroke on Wednesday night, Hygeia hospital said in an update on Thursday afternoon.

She remains in the intensive care unit due to extensive intracerebral bleeding, according to the announcement.

The lighting was designed by internationally renowned Eleftheria Deko, known for her award-winning work on the Acropolis and the opening ceremony of the 2004 Athens Olympic Games. The new lighting highlights the archaeological and architectural significance of the monument, giving it new dimensions.

A Journey into Light, with Eleftheria Deko & Stavros Xarchakos

In the heart of Athens, nestled within the vibrant Plaka district, lies a site that has borne witness to the ebb and flow of empires—the Roman Agora. Distinct from its more famous neighbor, the Ancient Agora, this historic marketplace is nevertheless a testament to Athens' richly layered history, where Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman influences converge.

An ancient civilization, unknown to many, is revealed in the new temporary exhibition titled “Treasures of Ancient Basilicata – The Invisible Heritage,” which will take place in the temporary exhibition hall of the Acropolis Museum from October 17, 2024, to January 31, 2025.