Gallery – Page 4 – Historic Cafes Route

Astikon (est.1908)

"Astikon" Historic Cafe, located in Kythira has a long and most interesting history. It was founded in 1908 by the Livaditis family, which operated the Cafe until the end of the 1950s, when it immigrated to Australia. The two brothers of the family - one a coffee maker and the other a barber - offered…

ByHistoric Cafes RouteApril 6, 20220Comments

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Queen Marie’s Tea House (est.1920)

Queen Marie's Tea House was built in the 1920s at the foot of the Bran Castle, as an L-shaped building, using wooden beams and having all the utilities necessary for a home. Built especially for receiving guests in a dream-like setting, the Queen used it to enjoy the five o'clock tea. The architect in charge…

ByHistoric Cafes RouteApril 1, 20220Comments

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Pera Palace (est. 1892)

The iconic Historic Cafe "Pera Palace" in Istanbul was inaugurated in 1892 and it’s a venue that played an important role in shaping the “character” of Istanbul. The Café, housed in “Pera Palace” Hotel, is located on the 'european' side of the City, and has been the favorite residence of the famous writers Agatha Christie,…

ByHistoric Cafes RouteApril 1, 20220Comments

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Brukenthal Palace Café (est. 1788)

Located in Avrig, Romania, Brukenthal Historic Café was inaugurated in 1788. The Café is in front of a fine orange tree garden, a stunning place where kings used to dine and drink coffee with their fine guests. Indeed, there is written evidence that the most fine varieties of coffee were also cultivated in the…

ByHistoric Cafes RouteApril 1, 20220Comments

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Oraia Ellas (est. 1839)

«Oraia Ellas» Café in Monastiraki has a history dating back to 1839. Τhe Café is like a "time capsule" for the visitor, who is “transported” at least a century back when he passes through the Café door. «Oraia Ellas» was reportedly as one of the most luxurious Cafes in the city, and has become a…

ByHistoric Cafes RouteApril 1, 20220Comments

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CAFE MUSEUM (est. 1899)

Immediately after its establishment in 1899, the Historic Café Museum became a Viennese artistic meeting place with status. Geniuses such as Gustav Klimt, Peter Altenberg and Adolf Loos were amongst its regulars. Café Museum is a place of inspiration, a coffee house with style. The proximity of the opera house, the Secession Building, the Musikverein…

ByHistoric Cafes RouteApril 1, 20220Comments

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Kafeneion “O Ermis” (est. 1800)

The Historic Cafe "Kafeneion o Ermis", that has been operating since 1800, is one of the most representative examples of Historic Cafes in Greece, a Café “museum” that reflects the vivid history of the country. The history of "Kafeneion o Ermis" in Mytilene begins in 1922 when the great grandfather of the current owner, Eirini…

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CAFE ODEON (est. 1911)

The "Grand Café Odeon " first opened its doors on Sunday 1 July 1911 at 6.00 pm. It was a magnificent Art Nouveau Cafe with its own confectionary production in the cellar. The Cafe Odeon was large with high ceilings, large windows, chandeliers, brass cladding, and marble-clad walls. This opulent style is still the hallmark…

ByHistoric Cafes RouteApril 1, 20220Comments

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Megalo Kafeneio (est. 1840)

The Historic Cafe "Megalo Kafeneio" in Tripoli, Arcadia has been operating since 1840 and was the favorite place of the aristocracy. The regulars of the Cafe were doctors, lawyers and merchants, but also people of every social class. At the Café items such as huge mirrors with carved frames, oval tables and sofas have been…

ByHistoric Cafes RouteApril 1, 20220Comments

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Lesxi Komotinaion (est. 1921)

The Historic Cafe "Lesxi Komotinaion" has been operating since 1921. Lesxi Komotinaion c1920It is an exceptional example of neoclassical architecture, built during the last years of the Ottoman domination in Greece, a declared monument of cultural heritage in the country that testifies to the history of the city. The Café has impressive and…

ByHistoric Cafes RouteApril 1, 20220Comments

Astikon (est.1908)

Queen Marie’s Tea House (est.1920)

Pera Palace (est. 1892)

Brukenthal Palace Café (est. 1788)

Oraia Ellas (est. 1839)

CAFE MUSEUM (est. 1899)

Kafeneion “O Ermis” (est. 1800)

CAFE ODEON (est. 1911)

Megalo Kafeneio (est. 1840)

Lesxi Komotinaion (est. 1921)

Under the support of:

Region of Crete

Under the Αuspices of:

Regional Unit of Chania

Municipality of Chania

Chania Chamber of commerce & Industry

Historical Archive of Crete

Collaborations:

Iter Vitis

The Chocolate Way

La Rotta Dei Fenici

Region of Crete

Regional Unit of Chania

Municipality of Chania

Chania Chamber of commerce & Industry

Historical Archive of Crete

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