In reply to eturbo news’ article entitled “Acropolis: Rioters’ new target”, Travel Daily News feels an explanation of the real situation is in order. This misunderstanding among journalists shows how delicate the situation is. It is very difficult indeed for people to grasp how the cradle of civilization and democracy – and one of the major European destinations – can be left open to such acts of vandalism and destruction without the government taking drastic measures to contain acts which cause feelings of insecurity to foreign visitors, especially at a time of dire economic situation…
In reply to eturbo news’ article entitled “Acropolis: Rioters’ new target”, Travel Daily News feels an explanation of the real situation is in order. This misunderstanding among journalists shows how delicate the situation is. It is very difficult indeed for people to grasp how the cradle of civilization and democracy – and one of the major European destinations – can be left open to such acts of vandalism and destruction without the government taking drastic measures to contain acts which cause feelings of insecurity to foreign visitors, especially at a time of dire economic situation.
Regarding the situation with the Acropolis, in my interview to Hazel Heyer, I explained that the staff of the Acropolis are striking this Monday, so the monument will be closed for this one day. This move has nothing to do with the riots, the staff are simply asking for more money. Actually, the decision to strike was taken by the Federation of the Ministry of Culture Employees almost 10 days ago. During their meeting, they decided to keep the Acropolis of Athens and the White Tower of Thessaloniki closed today. The headquarters of the Ministry of Culture and the services of the Fund of Archaeological sites are also closed.
As a result of this labour action and the destruction of many shops during the past few days, tourists in Athens can neither visit the Acropolis, nor go shopping, which makes them unhappy.
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