The village of Liopési occupies the site of ancient Paiania, the birthplace of Demosthenes (384 B.C.), and is thus also known as Peanía. It is now an agricultural center. Its late Byzantine churches (Ayía Paraskeví, Ayía Triáda, etc.), with frescoes, are of a type found also at Markópoulo (10km /6mi southeast) and Korópi (6km /4mi south).
The Kanakis taverna is popular with visitors from Athens, particularly diplomats.
The Vorres Museum of Contemporary Art is situated on an idyllic old farm in Peania, on the eastern side of the Hymettos mountain ridge. On display are paintings and sculptures by well-known Greek artists, together with a smaller exhibition which ranges from old Byzantine icons up to works by modern Greek painters.
House hold and everyday folk items, furniture, textiles, and pottery are also featured.
Always opened on: Óhi Day - Greece & Cyprus (October 28)
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Greek National Day (March 25), May Day / Labor Day (May 1), Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Easter - Christian, Good Friday - Christian
Tips: Open Monday-Friday for schools and groups.
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
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