This area was created by the Autonomous Building Agency of Officers in 1950, by the standards of English garden cities destined for housing.
It was named after General Papagos.
Located near the center of Athens and Imittos, this district offers lush groves and green spaces, is sparsely build and you will see many mansions of the 60s and 70s.
It is amongst the greenest municipalities of Athens, but also a substantial housing area preferred by many families with pets, providing a total of 16 parks and groves. You will also find an interesting creek.
With the opening of the Attica Road, the municipality acquired a quick link to the areas of Mesoghia, West Attica, and the National Roads 1 and 8.
Papagos belongs to the municipality of Holargos-Papagou, an energetic municipality providing its residents with plenty facilities.
Particularity: A moderately populated area with beautiful old houses concurring with modern high standard apartment buildings and residents who enjoy walking their dogs and go jogging close to their homes.
Transportation: Accessible at Mesoghion Avenue, close to the Metro Station Ethniki Amina and various bus lines.
Nature: Mainly a green area. Apart from the grove at its center, one can just stroll around and find small forests, parks and beautiful neighborhoods full of pine trees.
CultureEntertainment: This region does not offer entertainment but the annual festival in the garden theater of the district is a very popular event.
Spots: The various parks and groves that the residents benefit from and the factor that it is pet friendly.
