Athens, Greece
A bustling and cosmopolitan metropolis, Athens is central to the economic, financial, industrial, political and cultural life in Greece. Located at the crossroads of three continents, the capital of Greece, with an overall population of close to 5 million people, has often been the melting pot of many cultures. Europe’s oldest capital city, is the birthplace of democracy, arts, science and philosophy of western civilization.
Boasting a history of 2,500 years with monuments incorporated into the modern city, coupled with world class museums and a vibrant contemporary cultural life, Athens is a very attractive destination for business and pleasure. An ideal congress destination, combining state-of-the-art infrastructure, excellent congress facilities and easy access from all over the world with world-class cultural attractions, modern amenities and diverse entertainment.
The greatest and finest sanctuary of ancient Athens, Acropolis, dominates the centre of the modern city. unique masterpieces of ancient architecture, combine different orders and styles of Classical art in a most innovative manner and have influenced art and culture for many centuries. Acropolis itself is the most accurate reflection of the splendour, power and wealth of Athens at its greatest peak, the golden age of Pericles. City also retains a vast variety of Roman and Byzantine monuments, as well as a smaller number of remaining Ottoman monuments projecting the city’s long history across the centuries. Landmarks of the modern era are also present, dating back to 1830 (the establishment of the independent Greek state), and taking in the Greek Parliament (19th century) and the Athens Trilogy (Library, University, and Academy).
In 2004 Athens hosted the Olympic Games, approving that evidently meet the requirements of the most demanding of events, always delivering an impeccable result. Moreover, gave rise to the construction of large modern infrastructure such as the International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”, the Metro, and the Attiki Odos highway. These and many more infrastructures represent the modern aspect of the city.
Capital of Greece is undoubtedly a unique travelling destination, especially for conferences: ties its past, present, and future into one exciting experience.
