Cycladic Earthquakes & Upcoming Protests Over Tempi Train Tragedy

February 13, 2025

đź‘‹ Hey there expats,

In this week’s newsletter, we’re sharing with you some top headlines from across the regions and islands of Greece, including the recent earthquakes in Santorini, Anafi and Amorgos - many of them over 4 degrees Richter.

Did you know?

This morning, two earthquakes of 4.2 magnitude struck between Santorini and Amorgos in the early hours.

Due to the earthquakes, schools were closed and over 11,000 people were evacuated from Santorini island. Henceforth, a state of emergency was declared in Santorini and Amorgos. Read more here.

In the news

🚆Greece Prepares for Nationwide Strikes on February 28 Over Tempi Train Tragedy — Read here.

🤖 Imagining Athens in 2070 – Four generations of architects talk about the present and future of the city. Read here.

On the blog

🏝️5 Stunning Islands for Day Trips from Athens You Can't Miss: Read here.

🏠 5 Most Affordable Islands to Buy Property in Greece: If you're considering moving to Greece, investing in a holiday home, or securing a Greek Golden Visa, these five most affordable islands provide excellent opportunities for a smart property investment in paradise. Read here.

Upcoming events

  • Tune in for Tchaikovsky at the Greek National Opera. Get tickets here.

  • Elpida Trizi’s mindfulness walkshop is happening tomorrow at 5pm. Meet outside Thissio station. Register here.

That's it for this week's newsletter! As always, feel free to reach out with any questions, suggestions, or if you'd like to be featured.

Wishing you a fantastic week ahead filled with Greek adventures and memorable experiences.

Yassas!

The “My Greek Expat Journey” Team

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