Athens is the capital and largest city in Greece , dominates the Attica periphery, as one of the world´s oldest cities, its recorded history spans at least 3,000 years. Greece is the birth place of homosexuality - at least recorded - and this can be seen in the famous philosopher's texts - The Hi... more

Culture

Even today gay life in Athens is still quite hidden. Many of the bars are located in darkened alleyways and some of them are using shut gates that require you to be screened before being admitted.Most of the gay men are going to the clubs/ bars etc way after midnight because they try to ensure th... more

Equality

While history of homosexuality is engrained in their culture the Greek's are covert about their sexuality, presumably due to modern Orthodox ways. The LGBT community only in 2009 celebrates its 5th pride festival faced with the challenge of encouraging local gay people to take pride andhave confi... more

29-03-2009 the_manu

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What a city!

Gazi is definitely the place to go if you're looking for loads of trendy, stylish bars, they don't call it Ga(y)zi for nothing, hehe. Yet, Athens g...

13-02-2008 alexander

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gazi area - athens

the best gay location in athens is gazi area.there is many gay bars in this area and is the most friendly gay area in athens.best bar is maya in ma...

Trekking Ancient Athens is a must when you visit the capital of Greece. On a romantic weekend, me and the man took our own tour around the city and across the ruins. For €12 there was a freedo...