Residents of Plaka, a historic quarter in Athens, voiced concerns over noise pollution and overcrowding as Mayor Haris Doukas announced the formation of a taskforce to protect the area. Lydia Carras, head of The Society for the Environment and Cultural Heritage, emphasized the community's long-standing struggle against encroaching developers and short-term rental markets, which threaten to transform the unique neighborhood. Despite protections, many residents are leaving due to unbearable living conditions, highlighting the dwindling authenticity of the area that tourists seek to experience.
Finally, measures are being taken. Athens A battle has been launched at the foot of the Acropolis as Greece prepares for another bumper tourist season.
Entire buildings had fallen prey to the short-term rental industry and Airbnb. The few shops that have held out are, like residents, on the brink of extinction.
Thanks to special zoning laws enshrined in presidential decrees it was saved all those years ago. The reality now is that residents are leaving.
Visitors did not want to experience lifeless stage sets but inhabited areas that felt authentic and real.
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