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The mural in the picture shows a woman looking at a landscape dominated by wind turbines at sunset. It is a work by the artist NEAN (real name Fabien Hupin), a Brussels-based street artist. The mural was created as part of the ArtWalk Patras festival in Greece. NEAN's style is often characterized by a poetic approach that addresses the relationship between humans and the environment.

The ruins of the Roman stadium of Patras. It was presumably built in the last quarter of the 1st century AD (approx. 80-90 AD). It is assumed that the stadium was a gift from Emperor Domitian to celebrate the city's 100th anniversary as a Roman colony. The visible remains include substructures of the spectator stands (Cavea) on the southern long side. In addition to sporting competitions, it probably also served as an amphitheater for gladiator fights.

The church Agios Athanasios in Patras exhibits features typical for this region: Central building with dome: A characteristic element of Byzantine and Neo-Byzantine church architecture. Open narthex (Exonarthex): The striking round arches, supported by columns, form a covered entrance area. Freestanding bell tower: To the right in the picture, the bell tower can be seen, which is stylistically coordinated with the main building. Color scheme: The combination of sand-colored facades and red tiled roofs is widespread in Greek church construction.

The Old Port (North Port) is located directly in the city center, adjacent to the promenade. Today, it primarily serves the ferry connections to the Ionian Islands (such as Kefalonia and Ithaka). Large parts of the old port area have been opened to the public. Today, there are green spaces such as the South Park, cafés, and spaces for cultural events. Current developments (as of 2026) The port is currently being expanded into a "Smart Port," with modern technologies being used for traffic management and environmental protection. There are also new efforts to establish Patras as a destination for cruise ships and mega-yachts.

The Patras railway station (Greek: Σιδηροδρομικός Σταθμός Πατρών) is located directly at the city's port. Currently (as of March 2026), the situation is as follows: No direct train connection to Athens: The station is not yet connected to the modern rail network (standard gauge). The new high-speed line from Athens currently ends in Aigio. Rail replacement service: Passengers to Athens use Hellenic Train buses from this station to Kiato (or Aigio). There, they transfer to the suburban train (Proastiakos), which takes you to Athens or the airport. Local train service: The station continues to serve as a stop for the local narrow-gauge railway (Proastiakos Patras). These trains run on two lines.

Omonia Square is one of the historical squares of Patras and often serves as a venue for commemorative events for Greek independence.

This astronomical instrument stands in Psila Alonia Square (Πλατεία Ψηλά Αλώνια). The inscription on the front, "ΠΙΝΑΚΑΣ ΔΙΟΡΘΩΣΕΩΝ ΣΕ ΛΕΠΤΑ ΩΡΑΣ" (Correction Table in Minutes of Time), provides correction values for various months and days. Since sundials display true solar time, which deviates slightly from uniform mechanical time (equation of time) throughout the year, these tables help calculate the exact standard time. It is a horizontal sundial with a triangular metal gnomon whose shadow indicates the time on the top.

The boat in the photo is less an active watercraft today and more a symbol of economic and cultural change. The inscription „Back in Europe - Need more money" ironically addresses the financial reality and has even become part of international art exhibitions (like the Mänttä Art Festival). As can be seen in the last picture, the boat has since dismantled itself.