One of the most dangerous stretches of road in Greece has become one of the safest highways in Europe. This is the A1 motorway, which connects the Greek south with the north and Athens with Thessaloniki. Much of the responsibility for the safety that the A1 offers to drivers is borne by the T2 Tempi […]
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Tunnels of Karamanlis: an unknown story
Two “holes” of great importance, the project that connected Attica and the southern part of the coastal front, are the two short tunnels, also known as the tunnels of Karamanlis. Those heading along the coastline, the highway running along the sea to Cape Sounion, are well aware of the Karamanlis Tunnels (Τρύπες Καραμανλή) – two […]
The Mystery of the Scaramanga Tunnels: A Path That Leads to Nowhere
Be that as it may, in Greece there are some “fantastic” constructions, both in terms of the money spent and in their idiocy. About which nothing is known: how much money was spent on them, and indeed, what it is, and why they were built at all, since they remained in a “frozen” form. One […]
Katehaki – Vouliagmenis in 5 minutes
A large-scale project that will significantly alter the urban “topography” of the basin to alleviate the ever-present transport problem of Attica is the extension of Kimi Avenue. The new high-speed tunnel, an important project run by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, is expected to significantly improve and relieve traffic in the area. The underground […]
The largest city tunnel to be built in Athens
The construction of new major road network projects is gradually being implemented, thanks to the efforts of the government. Among other things, it is planned to build the largest city tunnel. According to the website carandmotor.gr, Greece is entering the next development cycle with new government projects and infrastructure that will give a new impetus […]
The municipality of Salamina opposed the construction of the tunnel
The municipal council of Salamina has opposed the plan to build a tunnel between the island and the Greek mainland. The government is talking about the personal interests of advisers in the local ferry business. The island’s municipal council said in a statement that the council initially objected to the project, citing safety, environmental, social […]
Salamina – Perama underwater tunnel to be built soon
After many years of protracted bureaucratic procedures hampering the implementation of the grandiose plan – the construction of the Salamina-Perama underwater link – it seems that the matter has finally “got off the ground.” The project is recognized as one of the largest in Attica in recent years. As you know, the ferry service, which […]