In all latitudes and longitudes of the planet the fantastic sight in the center of Athens
The image of Athens celebrating the arrival of 2023, with the spectacular spectacle organized by the Municipality of Athens in Syntagma Square and the fireworks bathing the Acropolis in light, was broadcast live to millions of people around the world by the international television network CNN International.
The network singled out the Greek capital, allocated significant TV time with six consecutive live links and hosted the Mayor of Athens live, Kostas Bakoyannisshortly before he took the stage to count down and welcome the new year.
Mr. Bakoyiannis took advantage of his presence in the channel’s highest viewing area to send the message to the global audience that Athens is not only recovering, but moving forward with optimism and self-confidence.
CNN had set up a special platform on Syntagma Square, and made six live connections throughout the festive evening, while at the same time more than 200 of its partner networks around the world broadcast the images of the impressive scenery in the “heart” of the city .
The New Year’s show with the spectacular fireworks over the Syntagma, as well as “The old time is gone” sung by the protagonists of the evening Marios Fragoulis and Giorgos Perris together with the hosts Fotis Sergoulopoulos and Tzeni Melitas, the Mayor of Athens, Costas Bakoyannis and all the people watching in front of the stage, reached from one end of the planet to the other, offering a huge in size, projection of Athens, which won the impressions last night.
In detail, the statement of Kostas Bakoyannis, on the CNN International network:
“Indeed, it is (festive atmosphere). It’s great to have you with us. Good Evening. There is much excitement in the air, great joy. It’s the first time we all meet together after a long time, after the pandemic. And Athens, not just retracing its steps, but moving forward at a fast pace, with a lot of optimism and a lot of self-confidence.
Journalist’s question: What makes Athens so special on a day like this?
K. Bakoyannis: Imagine that you are in a city, where you can literally choose the century in which you want to live. In ancient and modern times. Athens is a modern, vibrant, vibrant, dynamic metropolis and we are certainly very proud of our ancient heritage. 330 days of sunshine a year. The beach is only 20 minutes away by car. We’re here tonight ready to welcome the new year and we don’t even need a coat.”
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