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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 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 mural is titled "ERMES" (Hermes) and was created by the artist Chekos'art. It was created as part of ArtWalk 7, the 7th International Street Art Festival of Patras in 2022. It shows a modern interpretation of Hermes, a deity from Greek mythology, who is considered, among other things, the patron saint of travelers, merchants, and orators. The artist Chekos'art uses a technique reminiscent of pop art and collages, with the portrait composed of various colored fragments and dot patterns. The work is part of a larger initiative in Patras that has transformed the city into a kind of open-air gallery through large-scale murals.

The mural is titled "Blue Trail" and was created by the well-known Italian street artist Millo (real name Francesco Camillo Giorgino). It is located on Strimonos Street. Millo painted this mural in June 2019 for the fourth edition of the international street art festival ArtWalk. Millo is known for his large-scale murals, which are usually black and white with targeted color accents (here the red dress). His works often feature giant, friendly figures in detailed, surreal urban landscapes. The artist often connects themes such as dreams, myths, and the connection between humans and nature or the cosmos with the work, inspired by the region's ancient Greek history.

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 Agia Sofia (Holy Wisdom) church is located in the Agia Sofia district of the same name, which lies directly north of the city center. The church is one of the largest religious buildings in Patras. It is dedicated to the Christian martyr Saint Sophia, who lived in the 6th century. The Agia Sofia is one of the most important places of worship in the city and attracts many believers and visitors.

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.

The mural is titled "Mesogeios" (Mediterranean Sea) and was created by Kleomenis Kostopoulos (also known by the pseudonym KLE), the artistic director of Art In Progress. The mural was created in 2019 on the occasion of the II Mediterranean Beach Games, which took place in Patras that year. The work is rich in symbols representing the Mediterranean Sea and the region. It features a female figure with a dove, a sea turtle, a seal, a map of the Mediterranean Sea, and a brain floating above the scene.