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Location: Athens, Attica, Greece

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1. The Propylaea of the Acropolis – Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens loop from Πανεπιστήμιο

9.47km

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2. Odeon of Herodes Atticus – The Acropolis of Athens loop from Νέος Κόσμος

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03:02

180m

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3. Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens – The Acropolis of Athens loop from Άγιος Ιωάννης

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03:21

160m

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RemcoM

October 18, 2021

Anafiotika (Greek: Αναφιώτικα pronounced [a.naˈfço.ti.ka]) is a scenic tiny neighborhood of Athens, part of the old historical neighborhood called Plaka. It lies in northerneast side of the Acropolis hill. The first houses were built in the era of Otto of Greece, when workers from the island of Anafi came to Athens in order to work as construction workers in the refurbishment of King Othon's Palace.[1] The first two inhabitants were listed as G. Damigos, carpenter, and M. Sigalas, construction worker. Soon, workers from other Cycladic islands also started to arrive there, to work as carpenters or even stone and marble workers, in a further building reconstruction period in Athens, but also in the following era after the end of the reign of King Otto.

Acropolis view from Plaka, showing the Anafiotika neighborhood
In 1922, Greek refugees from Asia Minor also established here, altering the population that was up to that time only from the Cycladic islands. In 1950, part of this neighborhood was destroyed for archeological research and in 1970 the state started to buy the houses. In the modern era, there are only 45 houses remaining, while the little streets from Stratonos to the Acropolis rock are still unnamed and the houses are referred to as "Anafiotika 1", "Anafiotika 2", etc.

The neighborhood was built according to typical Cycladic architecture, and even nowadays gives to visitors the feel of Greek islands in the heart of the city, with white walls and small spaces, usually with the presence of bougainvillea flowers. Houses are small and mostly cubic, small streets that often end up to ladders or even deadends at terraces, where one can sit and enjoy the night view of the city. "In this oasis of tranquility, nestled beneath the walls of the Acropolis, the intensity of Athens seems miles away"...

Jaro🇵🇱⛷️🛶🚴🏃‍♂️

June 23, 2025

Anafiotika is one of the most charming and atmospheric districts of Athens, which attracts tourists with its unique atmosphere and rich history. Situated on the slopes of the Acropolis, it is a kind of oasis of peace in the heart of the bustling city. Walking through its narrow streets, you can feel like you are on one of the Greek islands, which is the result of its unique architecture and history dating back to the 19th century. This district is not only a place of exceptional aesthetics, but also an important point on the cultural map of Athens, offering many attractions for both history lovers and contemporary culture lovers. nieudajgreka.pl/anafiotika-klimatyczna-dzielnica-aten-pelna-historii

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Jaro🇵🇱⛷️🛶🚴🏃‍♂️

June 23, 2025

Anafiotika is a strange area, an area that is hard to find in the hearts of many European cities: it is a colony of less than fifty small white houses built in the 19th century by workers who arrived in the years 1840-1863 from the islet of Anafi in the Cyclades. Bricklayers, carpenters, stonemasons, roofers and workers of other specialties came to Athens to work: they built the palace of King Otto I, built elegant houses for the citizens, worked on the reconstruction of the city, but they had to settle somewhere with their families. betaki.pl/wp/anafiotika-moje-miejsca-w-atenach

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Distance 399 m

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 40 m

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Anafiotika neighborhood

1. The Propylaea of the Acropolis – Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens loop from Πανεπιστήμιο

2. Odeon of Herodes Atticus – The Acropolis of Athens loop from Νέος Κόσμος

3. Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens – The Acropolis of Athens loop from Άγιος Ιωάννης

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