The Athens Flea Market in Monastiraki
the Flea Market of Athens
Monastiraki counts as the most visited area of
Athens, for both Greeks and tourists it is one of the
most picturesque areas of Athens, neighbouring 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 about going to
Monastiraki is from Pandrosou street where the flea
market starts towards Hephaestou and Andrianou street
with its street cafes which on sunny weekends is the
best place to enjoy a drink or a coffee while looking at
the view of the Acropolis ,the Parthenon and the Agora.
Because some times words are not enough, just take a
small tour of this nice collection of pictures from
Monastiraki
MONASTIRAKI
ATHENS FLEA MARKET STREET CAFES
MONASTIRAKI PICTURES STREET MUSICIANS
MONASTIRAKI PHOTO GALLERY A SUNNY DAY IN ATHENS
MONUMENTS NEAR MONASTIRAKI
tourist shops in Monastiraki
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the main flea market
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old furniture
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flags and posters
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all kinds of things
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clothing
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Shoes for sale
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antiques in the flea market
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