Lord Byron ‘First to Raise Issue of Looted Parthenon Sculptures’
Lord Byron was the first to raise the issue that the Parthenon sculptures were "looted" by Lord Elgin, said Greek Deputy Minister of Culture,...
Frenchman’s Lost Dog in Greece Found a Year Later in Serbia
The story of a French man who lost his dog in Greece and found her a year later in Serbia could make a heartwarming...
What’s Next for Bilateral Relations Between Greece and Turkey?
You don’t have to be an expert to know that the relations between Greece and Turkey have been among the most turbulent in the...
Gold and Silver Forged the Glory of Ancient Greece
The gold and silver mines of North Greece and Lavrio produced the metals the ancient Greeks needed to forge empires and lay the foundations...
Man Dies After Setting Himself on Fire Outside Trump Trial
It has been confirmed that a man who set himself on fire outside the Manhattan courthouse where former US President Donald Trump is on...
World Leaders Call for De-Escalation Between Israel and Iran
Following a report from two US officials on Friday morning that a missile strike by Israel had hit targets in Iran, international leaders around...
The Wealthy Anti-Aging Influencers in Search of Eternal Youth
Growing older is a difficult reality we all must face, with greying hair, sagging skin, and a general lapse in energy, aging can be...
Fossils of Largest Snake to Ever Live Discovered in India
Fossil vertebrae excavated during a mine dig in western India are the remains of one of the largest snakes that ever existed, a creature...
Villa of First Roman Emperor Augustus May Have Been Found in Italy
A nearly 2,000-year-old building has been discovered in Southern Italy at a site with ancient Roman ruins buried in volcanic ash. The research team...
Lesser Known Ancient Greek City-States
While Athens and Sparta dominate history book pages, there are lesser known ancient Greek city-states that played an important role in the spread of...
Thessaloniki: The Undisputed Capital of Greek Sweets
Thessaloniki Capital of Greek Sweets
The Fascinating History of Thessaloniki White Tower
Residents of Thessaloniki, Greece's second largest city, often use its White Tower as a point of reference when giving directions in the city.
The Spectacular Sandy Beaches of Greece’s Acheloos River
The Acheloos River, or as it is alternatively known, the Achelous, is an approximately 140-mile long river which empties into the Ionian Sea.
“Karavaki,” the Tradition of Decorating Boats—Not Trees—at Christmas
The tradition of the ''Karavaki,'' which is Greek for ''small boat,'' is deeply rooted in the folkways of a country with a symbiotic relationship with the sea.
Myrtis, the Ancient Athens Plague Victim Has Message for Covid Era
Myrtis, a victim of the great plague of Athens after 2500 years takes part in the global effort in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lipsi, a Hidden Gem of the Dodecanese Archipelago
Lipsi, a tiny and isolated Greek island in the Dodecanese, is one of those perfect Aegean islands to visit in order to get away...
The Sheer Beauty and Rich Tradition of Syros Island, Greece
Syros Island has a long history that started millennias ago. This explains the differences in architecture and the buildings in the capital.
Windmills of Mykonos: The History of a Landmark
In Mykonos, the wind blows all year-long. This is the reason why its windmills have become the island's iconic landmark.
Five Castles to Visit in Santorini
The most famous cliff all over the world, the Caldera of Santorini is a place worth seeing at least once. Nothing compares to the...
Greece’s Most Scenic Train Trips
Greece has some of the most scenic train trips in Europe. Unfortunately today, however, there are few who explore this type of travel. Yet,...
Top Mythological Sites in Greece
There is something about Greece that sets it apart from many other holiday destinations across the globe; its mythological sites.
Santorini Crowned “Most Beautiful Sunset Destination in the World”
The Greek island of Santorini was crowned recently by the travel website Bounce the destination with the most beautiful sunset in the world.
How Ancient Greek Knowledge Was Saved by the Islamic Golden Age
The Islamic Golden Age was a period during which science, literature, geometry, astronomy, and other fields of knowledge flourished from the eighth to the...
The Mystery of the Ancient Greek Statues Found in Italy
The mystery over the Riace Bronzes, two magnificent ancient Greek statues, remains, more than half a century after the day they were recovered off...
The History of the Ancient Greek City of Thebes
The ancient Greek city of Thebes played a central role in the long pageant of Greek history; appearing in many of the age-old legends...
The Troubled German Poet Who Truly Worshipped Greece
Friedrich Hölderlin was an important German Romantic lyric poet whose great work managed to bridge the Classical and Romantic traditions in literature and poetry...
Stoicism: The Greatest Quotes of Ancient Greek Philosophers
Stoicism was one of the philosophical movements of the Hellenistic period, founded by Zeno of Citium in Athens in the early 3rd century BC
The Moment Ancient Greek Masterpiece Was Unearthed at Delphi
Delphi, Greece, 1894. Archeologists and workers pose in front of the magnificent statue of Antinous, which was unearthed near the Temple of Apollo in...
Chocolate Dipped Melomakarona Recipe
A spin of the traditional Melomakarona, the chocolate filled Greek Christmas cookies are a great dessert for the holiday meals.
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Five Easy Summer Recipes With a Greek Spirit
Multifaceted, bright, refreshing like the waves of the Mediterranean Sea, Greek cuisine has won millions of hearts all over the world.
Traditional Greek dishes along...
Special Greek Fricassee Recipe for Easter Holidays
In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...
Greek Gardoumbakia: Mini Kokoretsi Recipe
Greek gardoumbes, or gardoumbakia, are pieces of lamb organ meat wrapped in lamb intestines. It is a traditional Greek delicacy usually served on Easter....