The historic Hamza Bey Mosque, known as the Alcazar, is set to reclaim its grandeur in Thessaloniki by mid-2026, Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni announced during a site visit on Monday. With €11 million from the Recovery and Resilience Fund, the restoration of this 15th-century landmark—the city’s oldest Islamic house of prayer—is advancing rapidly, promising to enhance Thessaloniki’s cultural and economic landscape.
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Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visited Piraeus to inspect two transformative projects: the new state-of-the-art courthouse and the Museum of Maritime Antiquities. Both initiatives, largely funded by the EU Recovery Fund, aim to modernize Greece’s largest port city, enhancing its judicial infrastructure and celebrating its deep maritime heritage. Scheduled for completion in 2026, these projects mark a significant step in Piraeus’ urban renewal, blending sustainability, history, and culture to create a vibrant future.
A 4th-century BC funerary monument has returned to its original location in Elliniko after 60 years. Meticulously relocated by LAMDA Development, the monument will be a key feature of a cultural path within The Ellinikon urban renewal project.
The Municipality of Papagos-Cholargos is set to transform Messogeion Avenue with a major redevelopment project aimed at improving accessibility, expanding public space, and boosting local businesses. Stretching over 2 km, the bioclimatic regeneration of this busy corridor will enhance traffic flow, create new parking spaces, and serve as a model for urban renewal in Athens. Mayor Elias Apostolopoulos emphasized the importance of community involvement, with public consultations and design presentations scheduled for December. The project promises to redefine the area and improve quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
A remarkable transformation is underway on the Athenian Riviera. With a new floor added every five days, the Riviera Tower at Ellinikon is rapidly ascending to its full 200-meter height, a testament to ambitious urban renewal and a new era for Athens. This 50-story marvel, set against the backdrop of the azure Aegean Sea, will claim the title of the tallest residential seaside skyscraper in the Mediterranean. Its impressive stature is matched only by its commitment to sustainability, earning it the moniker of the “green giant.”
The Hellenic Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (HACCI) National Federation recently introduced The Ellinikon, Europe’s largest urban renewal project, to Australia through a series of events in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Darwin. Nearly 400 attendees, including business leaders and government representatives, learned about the AU$13 billion development transforming the former Athens International Airport into a sustainable, cutting-edge urban environment.
BIG designs unique residential towers for Europe’s largest urban regeneration project in Greece.