During a brilliant feast and in the presence of many hundreds of Athenians and guests, it was illuminated Christmas tree at Syntagma Square. The tree that came from Karpenisi is on fire 40,000 light bulbs5 km long and decorated with hundreds of balls and ornaments.

More than 25 mayors from all over the worldwho, by sending their own message, together with the Mayor of Athens Kostas Bakoyannis participated in the coverage.

OUR Tamta gave her own show with a series of songs before and after the lighting. Opened in the evening Petros Kurtis and a group with them Molybenium.

The event was presented Fotis Sergulopoulos and Jenny Melita.

An event with a message of peace

Athens sent a message of peace, unity, solidarity and love with the spectacular lighting of the Christmas tree in Syntagma Square.

Mayor of Athens Kostas BakoyannisMayors from all over the world who have been in Athens these days were welcomed on the main stage, installed on Syntagma Square, and all together – after the countdown – lit the 21-meter fir tree towering above the square.

Everyone individually, including the mayor of New York, who is the official guest of Kostas Bakoyannis in Athens, sent their wishes.

The magnificent event was broadcast by both Greek and international television media, bringing the image of the decorated Athens to the whole world.

“Today Athens is the beating heart of dozens of cities from all over the world. For us, the mayors of such important cities of the world, it is a great honor to be with us at this wonderful event, which opens the veil of a rich festive program in the city center and its environs. The message we send tonight with the illumination of the tree and Athens is one and finds us all one: Light always conquers darkness. The need for unity and solidarity is more urgent than ever,” said Athens Mayor Kostas Bakoyannis.

From today and for over a month, young and old alike will have the opportunity to experience a unique holiday experience in the center and 129 districts of Athens.

A rich program of events dedicated to young and old has been organized by the Culture, Sports and Youth Organization of the Municipality of Athens (OPANDA), Technopoli, the Athens Cultural Network of the Municipality of Athens, This is Athens and the radio station. the city of Athens 9.84. It will include, among other things, activities for the whole family, musical performances, “Christmas Villages”, parties, impressive shows, an original Christmas market in Omonia Square, and many other surprises.