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Quiz: The story of yusurum Posted by Ourania on Dec 7, 2021
One of the most famous Athens landmarks is Μοναστηράκι (Monastiraki). This area is known for the flea market and for street fair which takes place every Sunday at πλατεία Αβησσυνίας. The street fair is also known as γιουσουρούμ (yusurum). Γιουσουρούμ was a Jewish merchant who lived in Athens in the 19th century. In this post…