This paper presents an overview of the cultural economy of Athens during the last three
decades and a preliminary assessment of how it is being affected by the current sovereign …

For many cities, abandoned or underused spaces pose a major challenge, but temporary
use is being manifested as a tool that can offer solutions. So-called “meanwhile spaces” …

As culture and the arts gain importance within the agendas of cities, the operation of urban
creative clusters is manifested as an effective planning tool for rundown neighbourhoods …

Athens, a historic city and a modern metropolis at the same time, is a destination for
thousands of tourists. To a large extent, the current image and tourist appeal of Athens …

In an era that is characterized by the globalization, the digital communication and the
economic crisis, modern cities are called upon to survive from the intensified competition …

The evolution of cities during the 20th century decisively influenced by events that changed
the way cities worked in the past. These rapid changes in the economy of cities, urban …

In the context of the ongoing economic globalization, the competitiveness of cities has
intensified in recent decades. Cities and regions compete, among other factors, to shape the …