But for a lucky few, the “sacred rock of Athens” is the backdrop to daily life. Their homes, in the Plaka and Makrygianni neighborhoods, enjoy postcard views of the Acropolis, a Unesco World ...

T he sun had just started to set when the lights on the streets of Athens turned on one by one, illuminating the Greek capital. On a cold winter night in early 2024, I followed Lydia Carras to her ...

Do you wish to visit Athens? Here are some articles to help you plan out your trip: Nestling at the foot of the Acropolis, on a hillside, the historic Plaka neighbourhood - one of the oldest in ...

3. Plaka and Anafiotika: Wander through the labyrinthine streets of Plaka, Athens’ oldest neighborhood, and soak in its timeless charm. Picturesque neoclassical houses adorned with vibrant ...

Carras unlocked the heavy front door ... “Here in Plaka, every courtyard hides something, and you learn to live with it. It’s part of your daily life.” A view of Athens from the Paul ...