Christmas Markets in Athens
Christmas markets in Athens
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| Month | Average High | Average Low | Average Monthly Precipitation | Average Daily Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 66°F | 54°F | 2.9 in | 4.9h |
| December | 58°F | 47°F | 3.4 in | 3.8h |
| January | 56°F | 45°F | 2.3 in | 4.5h |
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ATHENS VLOG: ATHENS CHRISTMAS MARKET! | CHRISTMAS FACTORY! || LIVING IN GREECE
Join us today when we're going to the Christmas factory in Gazi, Keramikos in Athens. A nice Christmas market with food, mulled wine (glögg), candy, elves, rides, ice skating and a lot more. Follow us on Instagram @athenswives. Deck the Halls B av Kevin MacLeod licensieras enligt licensen Creative Commons Attribution 4.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Källa: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100368 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Jingle Bells 7 av K
Athens in December | Exploring Greece During the Off-Season
What’s Athens like in December? Is Greece worth visiting in the winter? In this video, we share our experience exploring Athens during the off-season, including festive Christmas markets, quieter historical sites, and the unique charm of Greek winter life. Join us as we: Visit Christmas markets and see how Athens celebrates the holidays. Explore the Acropolis and other ruins without the summer crowds. Discover how Athens transforms into a more Greek city during the off-season. Enjoy some of ou
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Athens has been continuously inhabited for over 3,400 years, making it one of the world's oldest cities and the birthplace of Western civilization. Ancient Athens reached its golden age in the 5th century BCE under Pericles, establishing democracy, philosophy, and drama as enduring cultural foundations. The city subsequently experienced Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule before becoming the capital of modern Greece in 1834. Its layered history remains visible in classical ruins, Byzantine churches, and neoclassical architecture throughout the historic center. Winter traditions blend ancient Greek customs with Orthodox Christian observances and Mediterranean hospitality, creating a festive atmosphere that welcomes both locals and visitors.
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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre Christmas World
One of Athens' most beautiful festive destinations featuring spectacular light installations at Stavros Niarchos Park. Offers free concerts and performances every Sunday until Christmas at the Lighthouse, theatrical plays, and an outdoor ice skating rink. Known for Instagram-worthy light displays.
Syntagma Square Christmas Market
Athens' central Christmas celebration featuring the city's tallest illuminated Christmas tree (19 meters high). The square transforms into a winter wonderland with massive light displays including a giant teddy bear, Christmas train, and hot air balloons, along with choreographed music and light shows, an ice skating rink, and festive food stalls.
Christmas Factory
Athens' largest and most popular festive destination, held at Technopolis City of Athens in Gazi. Features over 50 shops selling toys, gifts, decorations, and sweets, along with entertainment workshops, musical performances, theatrical shows, an ice rink, carousel, and a 20-meter Ferris wheel offering views of decorated Athens.
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