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SUMMARY:6th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 6th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival is a fact!\n\nThe landmark event for Greek crime fiction returns for the sixth consecutive year to bring together readers\, writers\, and publishers in the great celebration of books.\n\nThe festival’s activities culminate over the three-day period of May 16\, 17\, and 18\, 2025\, at the War Museum (Vasilissis Sofias & Rizari 2\, Athens).\n\nFriday\, May 16th – Rigas Feraios Hall\n\n17:30: Petros Markaris vs Kostas Charitos.\n\nA discussion covering all aspects of the author and the man Petros Markaris\, and his famous hero Kostas Charitos.\n\nSpeakers: Grigoris Azariadis (author\, crime fiction critic)\, Vaso Kyriazakou (translator\, editor).\n\n19:00: Tribute: Romy Hausmann\n\nPresentation and speech by the author\, in collaboration with the ÖSD Institute Greece and Metaichmio Publications.\n\nSpeakers: Vangelis Giannisis (author and translator)\, Klairi Theodorou (author).\n\nThere will be consecutive interpretation at the event by Klairi Theodorou.\n\n20:30: Debate: Classic VS contemporary crime novel\n\nThe Hellenic Association of Crime Fiction Writers (ELSAL) organizes an event that has now become a tradition. On one side of the “ring\,” supporting the “dinosaurs” of crime fiction\, are authors Aliki Aliferi\, Georgia Papalymperi\, and Kostas Stoforos\, while opposite them\, on the side of the “fresher” perspective\, are Tefkros Michaelides\, Tessi Papathanasiou\, and Elena Chousni.\n\nModerated by Erika Athanasiou (author).W
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/6th-crime-fiction-festival/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,LITERATURE
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SUMMARY:6th Crime Fiction Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 6th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival is a fact!\n\nThe landmark event for Greek crime fiction returns for the sixth consecutive year to bring together readers\, writers\, and publishers in the great celebration of books.\n\nThe festival’s activities culminate over the three-day period of May 16\, 17\, and 18\, 2025\, at the War Museum (Vasilissis Sofias & Rizari 2\, Athens).\n\nTickets:\n\nDaily: 6€\n3day: 14€\n\nSaturday\, May 17th – Great Hall\n\n16:00: Short film screenings\nThe following films will be screened:\n\nCLEANER Writer / director: Kostas Gerbanis.\n\nLou Script / direction: Antonina Frokou.\n\nInBetween Script / direction: Eva Kazantzi.\n\nThat Night Script / direction: Konstantinos Gourgitis.\n\nThe Blue Whale (Η Μπλε Φάλαινα) Script / direction: Panagiotis Glynos.\n\nThe Gardener’s Death (Ο θάνατος του Κηπουρού) Script / direction: Christina Spiliopoulou.\nThe films and directors will be presented by author Vangelis Bekas.\nThe event is supported by New York College.\n\n18:00: Music in crime fiction\nAn original radio show that will be recorded\, featuring a variety of songs from crime fiction novels.\nSpeakers: Nikos Georgiadis (author)\, Thanasis Lazaridis (radio producer)\, Hilda Papadimitriou (author\, translator).\n\n19:30: Tribute: Jean-Christophe Grangé\nThe master of French crime novels\, suspense\, and plot twists in Athens. Presentation and speech by the French author and journalist Jean-Christophe Grangé for the first time in Greece\, in collaboration with the French Institute and Kalentis Publications.\nSpeakers: Grigoris Azariadis (author\, crime fiction critic)\, Eleonora Orfanidou (journalist\, radio producer)\, Makis Provatas (journalist\, author).\nThere will be consecutive interpretation at the event by Nevi Groullero.\n\n21:00: Theatre: “Resorts and Coffins”\nAn original theatrical performance with the collaboration of all participants\, directed by Efrosyni Giannakena.\nDialogues: Grigoris Azariadis\, Andy Vrosgos\, Christos Giannakenas\, Georgia Papalymperi.\nChoreography: Alexandros Georgiou.\nCast: Grigoris Azariadis\, Erika Athanasiou\, Andy Vrosgos\, Christos Giannakenas\, Minos Efstathiadis\, Spyros Kakatsakis\, Giannis Moschos\, Elena Bolonasi\, Vaso Papadopoulou\, Tessi Papathanasiou\, Georgia Papalymperi\, Ioanna Petridou\, Angelos Chariatis\, Elena Chousni\, Giannis Choutopoulos.\nSpecial appearance: Giannis Panousis.\n\nSaturday\, May 17th – Rigas Feraios Hall\n\n18:00 – 19:30: Romanian crime fiction: The Teodorescu case\nSpeakers: Bogdan Hrib (author and publisher)\, Angela Bratsou (translator)\, Nestoras Poulakos (publisher).\nThere will be consecutive interpretation at the event by Angela Bratsou.\n\n19:30 – 22:00: Studio Phonetics: “Criminal” songs\nPerforming: Manos Agaoglou\, Aleka Arvaniti\, Youli Arvaniti\, Margarita Georga\, Ansy Georgoula\, Alexandros Dioskouridis\, Iasonas Drakakakis\, Katerina Zacharopoulou\, Andreas Koulouris\, Noni Liska\, Giorgos Miminis\, Dionysis Bafes\, Konstantinos Bertsias\, Lila Pitta\, Eleana Polychronidi\, Sotiris Smeros\, Giannis Tsitsinis\, Dimitra Fevga.\nGuided by: Marita Kapsanaki\, Dimitris Katakouzinos\, Michalis Smeros.\n\nSaturday\, May 17th – Adamantios Korais Hall\n\n18:30 – 19:30: Escape Book: ASYLUM 616\nThe author of the book “ASYLUM 616\,” Kostas Chamalakis\, discusses escape books with translator Nikos Stratigakis. An interactive game for the audience based on the book’s riddles will be presented.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/6th-crime-fiction-festival-2/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:LITERATURE
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SUMMARY:6th Crime Fiction Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 6th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival is a fact!\n\nThe landmark event for Greek crime fiction returns for the sixth consecutive year to bring together readers\, writers\, and publishers in the great celebration of books.\n\nThe festival’s activities culminate over the three-day period of May 16\, 17\, and 18\, 2025\, at the War Museum (Vasilissis Sofias & Rizari 2\, Athens).\n\n\n\nSunday\, May 18th – Lobby\n\n14:00 – 17:00: Crime at the War Museum Author Tessi Papathanasiou has prepared a series of riddles and secret clues waiting for us to follow them to the solution of the mystery. For children aged 8 and up.\n\n17:00: Mystery at the War Museum Who was the mysterious burglar? What were they looking for among the Museum’s exhibits? Through riddles and clues that we will gather in an original “treasure hunt\,” we will all create our own crime story together. The activity is coordinated by journalist and author Kostas Stoforos.\n\nSunday\, May 18th – Adamantios Korais Hall\n\n15:00: Terror on Lufthansa Flight 3015 Live action role-playing mystery game by the creative team of Gamecraft. Experience an adventure\, taking on the roles of fictional characters and influencing its development! Register by May 10th by calling 6958465415.\n\n18:00 – 19:00: Roundtable Authors\, publishers\, and agents discuss the publishing interaction between Greece and Romania with Bogdan Hrib.\n\nSunday\, May 18th – Rigas Feraios Hall\n\n15:30 – 17:00: “Heroes and Stories”: Creative writing workshop for children Author Erika Athanasiou creates new heroes with the children and connects them to well-known stories. For children aged 8 and up.\n\n17:00 – 18:00: Minors and Violence Presentation of social research by the criminology department of Tabula Rasa. Criminologist Elena Bolonasi (lawyer\, criminologist\, author) and her students present their research on “Minors and Violence.”\n\n18:00 – 18:30: Stand Up Crime Comedy Author Vangelis Bekas\, in a fit of madness\, takes the stage to prove that crime fiction can be stand-up comedy.\n\n18:30 – 20:00: True Crime Event on the True Crime genre. Speakers: Martha Lebesi (Sociologist\, MDE Criminology\, Director of the Center for the Study of Crime – KE.M.E.)\, Giannis Panousis (Professor Emeritus of Criminology)\, Giorgos Tsoukalis (private investigator)\, Kostas Chasiotis (Police Lieutenant Colonel\, former head of the Homicide Department).\n\n20:00 – 21:00: Honorary Award This year’s award is dedicated to the memory of Sergios Gakas. Authors and friends will present thoughts and memories about his work and life.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/6th-crime-fiction-festival-3/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:LITERATURE
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour at the Elytis House Museum
DESCRIPTION:This activity is only available in Greek. \n\nStep inside the Elytis House Museum\, a neoclassical gem in the heart of Plaka\, and explore the world of Nobel Laureate Odysseas Elytis through a guided tour of its permanent exhibition. Rare manuscripts\, Greek and international editions\, paintings\, personal artefacts\, and the poet’s original writing desk—all housed in the space where he lived and worked for decades—offer an intimate experience of one of Greece’s most iconic literary figures.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tour-at-the-elytis-house-museum-2/
LOCATION:Elytis’ House – Museum\, Polygnotou 7\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 55\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260503T230000
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SUMMARY:Labor Day Market
DESCRIPTION:Under the theme “Light of Labour · Springtime Co-creation\,” this year’s traditional May Day celebrations are transformed into a vibrant cultural bridge between China and Greece\, as part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026.\n\nHonouring International Workers’ Day\, this cultural marketplace highlights the value of manual creation through a rich programme that blends art with everyday effort. Visitors will have the chance to wander through original lighting installations inspired by the tools of trade\, discover the stunning traditional Chinese Hanfu attire\, and participate in handicraft workshops that celebrate the “wisdom of the hands.” The atmosphere will be filled with the melodies of traditional instruments and poetry recitals.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/labor-day-market/
LOCATION:Agion Asomaton Square\, Agion Asomaton Square\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 53\, Greece
CATEGORIES:CONCERT,EXHIBITION,FREE,GASTRONOMY,LITERATURE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260509T173000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tours of the Cavafy Archive
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the This is Athens City Festival marks its fifth anniversary with a truly special collaboration. We’ve teamed up with the Onassis Foundation to invite you on a deeply personal journey through the life of one of the world’s most influential poets. For the first time as part of the festival\, we’re stepping inside a stunning 1910 listed building on Phrynichou Street. Since late 2023\, this spot in the heart of Plaka has become the new home of the Cavafy Archive\, and now\, its doors are opening for a series of exclusive guided tours.\n\nIt’s a rare chance to get up close and personal with the world of C.P. Cavafy by wandering through five specially curated rooms that recreate the atmosphere of his legendary home in Alexandria. Among the treasures\, you will find personal relics such as original furniture\, mementos\, and even the poet’s death mask\, alongside a remarkable collection of 966 surviving volumes in the library. The experience also showcases inspired art\, with works ranging from Theodore Ralli and Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika to contemporary artists moved by his poetry. Perhaps most poignantly\, the tour reveals the universe of Cavafy’s Athens through personal diaries and glowing letters from literary greats like Angelos Sikelianos\, revealing the poet’s deep\, timeless connection to this city.\n\nTo celebrate this new partnership\, the Onassis Foundation is offering 20 free guided tours throughout the month for festival-goers. It’s a wonderful opportunity to dive deep into history\, memory\, and world-class art.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tours-of-the-cavafy-archive/
LOCATION:Cavafy Archive\, 16B Frynichou\, Plaka\, 105 58\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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SUMMARY:Poetry Reading: "Loves of the Soul and the Sky"
DESCRIPTION:In the soft light of a May evening\, join us for a journey through the intimate landscapes of the heart. The This is Athens City Festival presents the launch of the poetry collection “Loves of the Soul and the Sky”\, a work that bridges the gap between our deepest internal desires and the vast\, eternal Athenian firmament.\n\nThis isn’t just a book reading; it’s an invitation to pause and reflect in the heart of the city. Through verses that explore the heights of spiritual connection and the profound depths of the human psyche\, the poet invites us to see our own “inner sky” with fresh clarity.\n\nIn a festival that celebrates every corner of Athens\, this event offers a sanctuary of words. Come and experience a dialogue between the earth and the stars\, and discover how the simplest lines of poetry can capture the infinite rhythm of the soul.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/poetry-reading-loves-of-the-soul-and-the-sky/
LOCATION:Art Project Space\, 66 Falirou\, Athens\, 117 41\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY,LITERATURE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260515T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260515T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T033413
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SUMMARY:7th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival
DESCRIPTION:The This is Athens City Festival 2026 welcomes the 7th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival\, the annual literary rendezvous that transforms Athens into a gripping mystery set. The intrigue kicks off on 5 May with a series of pre-festival pop-ups\, culminating in a high-stakes three-day takeover of the War Museum on 15\, 16\, and 17 May.\n\nThis year’s line-up features international titans of the genre\, including Spain’s legendary Arturo Pérez-Reverte\, alongside B.A. Paris\, Kristina Ohlsson\, and Hugues Pagan. From deep dives into true crime and interactive mystery games to creative writing seminars and Rebetiko sessions celebrating the city’s “underworld” anthems\, the Agatha Festival promises surprises at every turn. Don’t miss the unique theatrical performance starring the authors themselves\, or the grand tribute to the “father” of Greek noir\, Yannis Maris.\n\nWith chapters unfolding from Thissio to Cholargos\, the city awakens to a rhythm of suspense and shadows. Whether you’re a seasoned sleuth or a casual reader\, it’s a brilliant shout for those wanting to explore the “hidden gems” of the literary world.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/7th-agatha-crime-fiction-festival/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,LITERATURE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260516T170000
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SUMMARY:7th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival
DESCRIPTION:The This is Athens City Festival 2026 welcomes the 7th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival\, the annual literary rendezvous that transforms Athens into a gripping mystery set. The intrigue kicks off on 5 May with a series of pre-festival pop-ups\, culminating in a high-stakes three-day takeover of the War Museum on 15\, 16\, and 17 May.\n\nThis year’s line-up features international titans of the genre\, including Spain’s legendary Arturo Pérez-Reverte\, alongside B.A. Paris\, Kristina Ohlsson\, and Hugues Pagan. From deep dives into true crime and interactive mystery games to creative writing seminars and Rebetiko sessions celebrating the city’s “underworld” anthems\, the Agatha Festival promises surprises at every turn. Don’t miss the unique theatrical performance starring the authors themselves\, or the grand tribute to the “father” of Greek noir\, Yannis Maris.\n\nWith chapters unfolding from Thissio to Cholargos\, the city awakens to a rhythm of suspense and shadows. Whether you’re a seasoned sleuth or a casual reader\, it’s a brilliant shout for those wanting to explore the “hidden gems” of the literary world.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/7th-agatha-crime-fiction-festival/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,LITERATURE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260517T200000
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SUMMARY:7th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival
DESCRIPTION:The This is Athens City Festival 2026 welcomes the 7th Agatha Crime Fiction Festival\, the annual literary rendezvous that transforms Athens into a gripping mystery set. The intrigue kicks off on 5 May with a series of pre-festival pop-ups\, culminating in a high-stakes three-day takeover of the War Museum on 15\, 16\, and 17 May.\n\nThis year’s line-up features international titans of the genre\, including Spain’s legendary Arturo Pérez-Reverte\, alongside B.A. Paris\, Kristina Ohlsson\, and Hugues Pagan. From deep dives into true crime and interactive mystery games to creative writing seminars and Rebetiko sessions celebrating the city’s “underworld” anthems\, the Agatha Festival promises surprises at every turn. Don’t miss the unique theatrical performance starring the authors themselves\, or the grand tribute to the “father” of Greek noir\, Yannis Maris.\n\nWith chapters unfolding from Thissio to Cholargos\, the city awakens to a rhythm of suspense and shadows. Whether you’re a seasoned sleuth or a casual reader\, it’s a brilliant shout for those wanting to explore the “hidden gems” of the literary world.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/7th-agatha-crime-fiction-festival/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:War Museum\, Rizari 2-4\, Athens\, Athens\, 106 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,LITERATURE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260519T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260519T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T033413
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SUMMARY:Guided Tours of the Cavafy Archive
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the This is Athens City Festival marks its fifth anniversary with a truly special collaboration. We’ve teamed up with the Onassis Foundation to invite you on a deeply personal journey through the life of one of the world’s most influential poets. For the first time as part of the festival\, we’re stepping inside a stunning 1910 listed building on Phrynichou Street. Since late 2023\, this spot in the heart of Plaka has become the new home of the Cavafy Archive\, and now\, its doors are opening for a series of exclusive guided tours.\n\nIt’s a rare chance to get up close and personal with the world of C.P. Cavafy by wandering through five specially curated rooms that recreate the atmosphere of his legendary home in Alexandria. Among the treasures\, you will find personal relics such as original furniture\, mementos\, and even the poet’s death mask\, alongside a remarkable collection of 966 surviving volumes in the library. The experience also showcases inspired art\, with works ranging from Theodore Ralli and Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika to contemporary artists moved by his poetry. Perhaps most poignantly\, the tour reveals the universe of Cavafy’s Athens through personal diaries and glowing letters from literary greats like Angelos Sikelianos\, revealing the poet’s deep\, timeless connection to this city.\n\nTo celebrate this new partnership\, the Onassis Foundation is offering 20 free guided tours throughout the month for festival-goers. It’s a wonderful opportunity to dive deep into history\, memory\, and world-class art.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tours-of-the-cavafy-archive-2/
LOCATION:Cavafy Archive\, 16B Frynichou\, Plaka\, 105 58\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Athens:20260523T133000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tours of the Cavafy Archive
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the This is Athens City Festival marks its fifth anniversary with a truly special collaboration. We’ve teamed up with the Onassis Foundation to invite you on a deeply personal journey through the life of one of the world’s most influential poets. For the first time as part of the festival\, we’re stepping inside a stunning 1910 listed building on Phrynichou Street. Since late 2023\, this spot in the heart of Plaka has become the new home of the Cavafy Archive\, and now\, its doors are opening for a series of exclusive guided tours.\n\nIt’s a rare chance to get up close and personal with the world of C.P. Cavafy by wandering through five specially curated rooms that recreate the atmosphere of his legendary home in Alexandria. Among the treasures\, you will find personal relics such as original furniture\, mementos\, and even the poet’s death mask\, alongside a remarkable collection of 966 surviving volumes in the library. The experience also showcases inspired art\, with works ranging from Theodore Ralli and Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika to contemporary artists moved by his poetry. Perhaps most poignantly\, the tour reveals the universe of Cavafy’s Athens through personal diaries and glowing letters from literary greats like Angelos Sikelianos\, revealing the poet’s deep\, timeless connection to this city.\n\nTo celebrate this new partnership\, the Onassis Foundation is offering 20 free guided tours throughout the month for festival-goers. It’s a wonderful opportunity to dive deep into history\, memory\, and world-class art.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/guided-tours-of-the-cavafy-archive-3/
LOCATION:Cavafy Archive\, 16B Frynichou\, Plaka\, 105 58\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM,TOUR
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Words
DESCRIPTION:Our young friends aged 6 to 12 are invited on a magical journey into the world of Greek Nobel Laureate Odysseas Elytis through the educational programme “Butterfly Words”. As part of the This is Athens City Festival 2026\, children will have the chance to get to know the work of one of the most significant poets in a fun and creative way\, using his very own words as building blocks.\n\nSymbols\, images\, and concepts from his earliest poems are transformed into an original linguistic game. Participants will deconstruct famous verses and experiment with their own original creations\, letting their imagination “fly” free.\n\nThis activity is only available in Greek.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/butterfly-words/
LOCATION:Elytis’ House – Museum\, Polygnotou 7\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 55\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,FOR KIDS,FREE,LITERATURE,MUSEUM
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