Strefi Hill

This Athenian hill, covering several acres above the district of Exarhia, was formerly known as Achesmos, but was later renamed Strefi Hill after the family who owned the property. From the 1840s until the 1920s, the hill operated as a quarry. However, in 1926, it was planted for the first time. In 1963, the Strefis family donated the hill to the municipality of Athens, which gradually converted it into a park with steep stone pathways, an open stone theatre, a playground, sports fields, and a snack bar. The area around the hill has also seen the opening of a few ouzo stands, taverns, and cafés, making it a popular hang-out spot for Athenians on warm summer nights. Recently, residents and shop owners have taken it upon themselves to restore and rejuvenate the area.