Kifissia is a prestigious and one of the most expensive suburbs of Athens. Kifissia history dates back to ancient times. Here is the home of the famous Greek comedy Menander (342-291 BC.). During the reign of the Roman Emperor Hadrian after his villa built here the famous Herodes Atticus of Marathon, Kifissia became famous resort philosophers.

History of Kifissia in the medieval period is very vague. But there are the remains of the monastery of Panagia Helidonas that are associated with the story of the Battle of the locals with unknown invaders. The monastery chapel is a rare example of the temple, which originally provided for the fireplace and chimney.

Turkish traveler, who visited here in 1667 during the Ottoman domination, Kifissia described as a small provincial town with three hundred houses with tiled roof in the fertile valley of paradise beauty. Half of the residents were Muslims, and the second - Christians. He noted that there is a mosque without a minaret, and many small Christian churches (some of which have survived to the present day).

The temperature in Kifissia are generally lower than in Athens, and after the announcement of the independence of Greece, she quickly became a summer resort of the ruling class. The popularity of the area has decreased significantly in the mid-19th century due to the danger of bandit raids. However, the suppression of banditry and the opening of the railway in 1885 led to a dramatic development of the region. Building a garden in Kifissia became fashionable for the rich Athenian families. Building houses a variety of styles led to the creation of a unique architectural ensemble. Also, many hotels have been built.

Kifissia is a favorite place for entertainment Athenians of all ages. You can visit theaters, bowling centers, numerous fashionable shopping malls and designer boutiques, as well as elite restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Kifissia - clean and very green area with lots of parks and gardens. Parks Singru is the main light of Athens. There is also the famous Kefalari Park - a favorite meeting place for teenagers and students.