The Golden Age of Athens

Athens: Location and surroundings of this property

Location: Monastiraki, located right at the foot of the Acropolis, is named after the monastery that once stood in its main square. A vibrant shopping and tourist district, Monastiraki is the very heart of this sleepless city. Unique features: Monastiraki is Athens in a nutshell where the ancient, old, modern and kitsch all combine together to give it its unique character. This is where you’ll see layers of history unfold - from the Acropolis that dominates the horizon to the Roman Agora and Hadrien’s Library from the Roman times to Byzantine churches and Ottoman mosques, handsome neoclassical mansions and post-war architecture. It is a vibrant district for shopping, eating out, nightlife, chocka block with bars, galleries, where each little lane leads to new and exciting possibilities. Accessibility: Monastiraki has the oldest metro station in Athens and is extremely well-connected to the rest of Athens. It is a 5- minute walk to Syntagma and to Plaka. There are express trains and buses to the airport that take around 50 minutes to an hour. Investment potential: Monastiraki is right in the historic centre of Athens, an area that has always enjoyed a lot of interest from buyers.