Melissia is a green residential area with modern infrastructure and luxurious, newly built residences and complexes. It is located in the north-eastern part of Athens at the foot of Mount Penteli, 15 km from the historical center of Athens. The main streets are full of cafes, bars, restaurants and street shops. They also divide the municipality into the commercial center of Kato Melissia and the residential center of Panorama.
The region attracts many residents of neighboring municipalities, as there are fitness centers, tennis courts, basketball and football fields, and a swimming pool. A separate place is occupied by the Olympic Park and the pine forest, where even people with disabilities can get. With over 200 shops and entertainment venues, the Athens Mall is the largest in Greece. Here, in addition to shopping, you can enjoy artistic and cultural events.
The northern suburbs of Athens are one of the most prestigious and sought-after areas for living in the capital. It has a cosmopolitan environment and high standards of living are maintained. Most embassies are located here, as well as the headquarters of all major international companies. That is why most of the best private international schools, colleges and universities are located here in the Attica region today. It has a variety of hospitals that cover the general needs of medical care in the north-eastern suburbs.