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Haris Doukas, the socialist mayor of Athens, in an interview with the Guardian newspaper, claimed he is determined to reclaim the capital’s congested city centre for its citizens, the start of the tourist season leaves much of its historic heart at risk of “over-saturation.” Entire neighbourhoods, he believes, are in danger of losing their authenticity because of uncontrolled tourist development.

“The Mayor not only refused but actively fought the project on Vasilissis Olgas,” stated Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni following journalists’ questions to the ministry regarding remarks made by the Mayor of Athens, Haris Doukas, about the redevelopment of the road.