Presidential Mansion Evzones - Tsoliás (Change of the Guard)
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The Evzones or Evzonoi were several historical elite light infantry and mountain units of the Greek Army. Today, they are the members of the Presidential Guard a ceremonial unit that guards the Greek Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Presidential Mansion in Athens.
An Evzone is also known, colloquially, as a Tsoliás. Evzones are known for their distinctive uniform, which evolved from the clothes worn by the klephts who fought the Ottoman occupation of Greece.
Elevator by the Acropolis’ hill
We Greeks are proud of our history and cultural heritage and we strongly believe that everyone deserves to get in touch, even for a glimpse, with something as special as the Parthenon. Thus, our government has taken the initiative to install an elevator by the Acropolis’ hill allowing people to overcome their disabilities and admire up close one of the most famous UNESCO monuments.