Zappeion Park is a recreation area in the heart of Athens, Greece. It is squeezed between the southern side of the National Garden of Athens and the northern side of the ancient Temple of Olympian Zeus. Its southeast end faces the Panathenaic Stadium and the Hill of Ardittos. It encompasses the Zappeion Megaron (palace), an impressive and picturesque edifice after which the … [Read more...]

Ardittos Hill (also Ardittou) is a small forested hill that borders the western side of the Panathenaic Stadium in the center of Athens, Greece. It reaches a maximum elevation of 235 meters and features multiple paved paths and dirt trails one can use to have a pleasant stroll in the relieving shade of the pine trees that cover its slopes. Unlike other hills of central Athens, … [Read more...]

Pedion Areos (or Pedion tou Areos) is one of the largest public parks within the municipality of Athens, Greece. Established in 1934, it is one of the oldest planned recreation areas in the city. During the past couple of decades, it was left largely neglected. Starting with the 2004 Olympics, the authorities forcibly relocated drug addicts to the park from more central parts … [Read more...]