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Holiday season kicks off in Athens with Christmas tree lighting at Syntagma

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Christmas tree lit up at Syntagma Square. Photo: Eurokinissi / LIFO.
Christmas tree lit up at Syntagma Square. Photo: Eurokinissi / LIFO.

Athens has officially kicked off the holiday season with the lighting of its Christmas tree in Syntagma Square.

Mayor Haris Doukas led the celebration, unveiling a 20-meter fir decorated with recycled ornaments and LED lights, highlighting the city’s commitment to sustainability.

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Christmas tree lit up at Syntagma Square. Photo: Eurokinissi / LIFO.

This year’s festive theme takes inspiration from classic fairy tales, turning the square into a magical setting filled with elves and iconic characters like the Nutcracker.

The tree, sourced from Halkidiki, will later be repurposed by the Athens School of Fine Arts for student art projects.

The city will soon reveal more details about its Christmas events.

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