First, Piraeus, the largest & historic port of the Eastern Mediterranean
The history of Piraeus
Piraeus is located 12 km southwest of the center of Athens and ends towards the sea on the northeastern shores of the Saronic Gulf. Themistocles was the first to realize its importance for the city of Athens and reduced it to its main port, replacing the Gulf of Faliro, which was used by the Athenians until the 5th century. Desiring the existence of a fortified port for the city of Athens, from 493 to 479 BC he built the Piraeus wall. Later, Pericles completed the fortification, building the Long Walls, which protected both sides of the road, all the way from Piraeus to Athens. In the Middle Ages, Piraeus was known as Porto Leone, a name given because of a huge stone lion guarding the entrance to the port.
The modern port
The port of Piraeus is today the largest commercial and passenger port in Greece with at least 20 million visitors per year. The largest cruise ships that carry visitors from all over the world also dock in Piraeus, offering a travel experience in the Aegean and the Mediterranean. It has international and domestic connections, while in the surrounding area there are restaurants, shops, hotels and tourist attractions.
Athenarum Portus Life & Style Hotel
The great port of Athens welcomes the unparalleled hospitality of the Athenarum Portus Life & Style Hotel and its luxurious services. The name of "Athenarum Portus" comes from Latin and means port of Athens, one of the names of Piraeus during Roman times and after.
The entire history of Piraeus is reflected in the Hotel
and its important role as the largest industrial center of the country. Discover it in the photos!
