Monastiraki
Monastiraki Square lies at the end of Pandorou St. According to one account it owes its name to the church of the Panagia (Vergin Mary) there which is a monastic estate of the Kaisariani Monastery whose medieval name was the Great Monastery. Next to is the electric train station that joins Piraeus to Kifissia.
Monastiraki counts as the most visited area of Athens, for both Greeks and tourists it is one of the most picturesque areas of Athens, neighboring and connected to Plaka it is the easiest way to go up to the Acropolis ,to visit the Ancient Agora, the Roman Agora ,the Attalos stoa and the temple of Hephestus.From Dioscouron street you can go up the steps to the Acropolis ,the narrow streets of Plaka and the Anafiotika ,that amazing small area with tiny white houses Jasmine and pergolas ,which makes you feel you are in a small Greek island of the Cyclades. The name Anafiotika was taken from the builders that came from the island of Anafi in the 19 century to build the first Palace of King Otto.
Back in Monastiraki and its famous flea market ,a paradise for collectors , you can find anything from Greek souvenirs and Greek art shops ,antiques ,carpets,old books ,latest fashion clothes,jewellery any kind of gadgets, old stamps and old books ,you can even find clothing and helmets from the second world war!! .But the best thing a gora.
The best day to visit the area of Monastiraki is the weekend.Most of Athenians go there not only for a walk but also for shopping or enjoy their stay going to a café or tavern to the area of Monastiraki or Psiri.( From Monastiraki square, have the Ermou street on your left hand and turn right after 30 metres.Cross the road and you will find the area of Psiri.
by Tsiakoupi Elena
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