On 18.1.1934, Peristeri was detached from the Municipality of Athens, to which it belonged and was recognized as a Municipality due to its large population, while on 11.2.1934 the first municipal elections were held.The settlements of Peristeri, Chrysalis, Ano and Kato Germanika, Ktista and the settlement of Pontians and Armenians were annexed to the Municipality at that time.But the history of Peristeri goes back a long time. Findings attest to the human presence 25 centuries ago. The great harvest of ancient finds, sarcophagi, vases, marble tombstones, ancient coins, grave goods, and grave goods.