Goudi, Residential district in eastern Athens, Greece
Goudi is a residential district in eastern Athens that extends along the slopes beneath Mount Hymettus. The area is characterized by apartment buildings interspersed with hospitals and university facilities that define its urban character.
The area took its name from the Goudis family estate that defined the district in the 19th century. Military installations on the former grounds left traces that shaped how the neighborhood developed over time.
The neighborhood is known for its concentration of medical facilities and university hospitals that draw students and patients daily. This institutional presence shapes everyday life and gives the district an academic character that visitors notice throughout the area.
Saint Thomas Square serves as the neighborhood center with good bus connections linking the area to other districts. The relatively flat terrain and proximity to public transport make walking through the district straightforward.
Former military grounds were converted into sports venues and hosted Olympic competitions. Modern sports facilities now stand on what was once a parade ground, marking a shift from military to recreational use.
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