Understanding the Refugee Crisis

4.8 (46 Reviews)
28is Oktovriou 76, Athina 104 34 (Athens University of Economics and Business (Main entrance) - Athens)
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Duration

1.5 hour

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

30 people

Languages

English, Espanol

About this tour

Refugee arrivals to Greece and Europe keep going. The media focuses intensely on the so-called ‘refugee crisis’ but often fails to mention why people have been forced to flee their countries.

This walk seeks to give you the chance to understand and observe first-hand their situation. Furthermore, we will draw parallels between what has happened in the history of Greece and what is currently happening in Syria, Afghanistan, and other countries of the wider region.

The idea is to make us realize that none of us are immune to turbulent times, that the refugees of today are escaping real danger. By understanding their situation, we can start to change our attitudes.

-Please note that this experience is not advised for the faint-hearted. Nothing is going to happen to you, but know what you are booking.

-Feel free to contact me for a date and hour that suits you best, and to create a combined program with my other experience called Athens Social and Political Walk.

 

Where You'll be

Victoria, Aghios Panteleimonas, Omonia, and Metaxourgio: An area full of abandoned neoclassical buildings and some of the most multicultural neighborhoods in Athens.

Please take into account that during the walk you will observe a certain degree of urban decay.

Durations

1.5 hour
2.5 hours

Languages

English
Espanol

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Tour's Location

28is Oktovriou 76, Athina 104 34 (Athens University of Economics and Business (Main entrance) - Athens)

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understanding refugee crisis
Sarah
18/03/2023
Great, informative tour! Isaac was very knowledgeable and did a great job explaining the history and present realities.
understanding refugee crisis
Gary
14/03/2023
As a refugee myself (although several decades earlier), I wanted to hear stories of refugees and see for myself how refugees are settling in Greece, what problems they are experiencing, etc. I could not have asked for a better tour or better tour guide. Isaac is the perfect guide to show you this side of Athens. Highly recommend.
understanding refugee crisis
Ellen
31/01/2023
Isaac is a great guide. He really knows this refugee issue deeply and he brings it to life in his narrative. Even though the huge groups of squatting refugees no longer exist (they are hidden inside camps) we did visit the parks, abandoned buildings and neighbourhoods where the crisis was unfolding a few years ago and one will learn about the cycle of poverty of those groups and how the Greek govt has failed to deal with the problem, even leaving some with no alternative but the sex trade.
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