Ancient Greek General Archytas was Founder of Mathematical Mechanics
Archytas of Tarentum, who was born around the year 435 BC in what is now Taranto, Apulia, Italy, was another in a long line...
Pre-Roman Necropolis with 88 Tombs Discovered in Southern Italy
A necropolis from the pre-Roman era, full of rich grave artifacts, has been discovered in southern Italy during excavations for the construction of an...
AI May Help Solve the Teacher Shortage Crisis in UK and Europe
A company called 21st Century Digital Teaching (21C) is tackling the ongoing teacher shortage crisis in the UK and Europe. They are doing this...
Greek in US Makes Lambatha Candles for Easter
Lambatha candles are an important part of the Greek Easter service that takes place on Holy Saturday, and one Greek, who moved to the...
New Therapy Destroys Deadly Brain Tumor in Days
A 72-year-old man, diagnosed with a very aggressive type of cancer known as glioblastoma, had brain scans that showed his tumor shrank significantly just...
Birds of Prey Return to the Fire-Stricken Dadia National Park in Greece
Rare birds of prey have returned to the devastated from last year's fires at Dadia National Park in north-eastern Greece, environmental groups say.
The Dadia...
The Crucial Role of Greece’s Lemnos in the Gallipoli Campaign
During the Gallipoli campaign in World War I, the Greek island of Lemnos played a significant role as a staging area and base of...
The Oldest Song Survived in Its Entirety Is Ancient Greek
The oldest song to have survived in its entirety is a first-century A.D. Greek tune known as the “Seikilos Epitaph.”
The song, the melody of...
10 Things to Do and See on Greece’s Ithaca, the Home of Odysseus
Worldwide famous as the home of Odysseus, the Ionian Island of Ithaca boasts lush green valleys and rugged hills, while hiking trails lead walkers...
Shortest War in History Lasted 38 Minutes
One of the shortest recorded wars in history which lasted between 38 and 45 minutes was fought in 1896 between the United Kingdom and...
Ocean Found Under the Earth’s Crust
A massive ocean has been found under the Earth's crust, and there is a whole other ecosystem under the surface of the Earth.
Findings show...
September 18, 1834: Athens Becomes the Capital of Greece
When Athens was officially declared the capital of the newly established Greek State on September 18, 1834, it was a small village of 7,000...
The Ancient Oath of the Greek War of Independence
The Oath of the Greek War of Independence was taken by the chieftains on March 23, 1821 after they liberated Kalamata from the Ottomans
The Notorious Con Artist Who Sold the Eiffel Tower Twice
Victor Lustig, hailing from Austria-Hungary, was a masterful con artist known for orchestrating scams across Europe and the United States in the early 20th...
Greece, New York: US City Renamed to Honor Greek War of Independence
Greece, New York was renamed after the declaration of the Greek War of Independence as a way to honor the great struggle of the Greek people.
Apeiranthos: The Unique Mountain Village of Naxos, Greece
Apeiranthos is a beautiful mountain village of Naxos, the Cycladic island of Greece, seemingly untouched by time.
What Not to Miss at Delphi and the Surrounding Area
Let's take a look at some of the top things to do on your trip and some of the reasons why you will need more than a day in Delphi.
Palatial Villa for Rent in Corfu Boasts Island’s Aristocratic Past
Villa 1870 is a truly unique rental on Corfu, Greece encompassing the island's aristocratic past combined with all the modern facilities required for the...
How to Experience Athens on a Budget of €10 a Day
Now that you have arrived in Athens, how do you enjoy all that the ancient city has to offer on a budget? It might be easier than you think.
Tinos: This Unique Greek Island Will Enchant You
The Greek island of Tinos is steeped in history and beauty and home to sacred religious and historic sites, as well as to history...
Agora Modiano, a Next Generation Food Market in Thessaloniki
Agora Modiano, the largest food market in Thessaloniki, is a must-see destination shaping the new gastronomic face of the city. A history rich with...
Gorge Of Richtis: A Lush Hiking Destination in Eastern Crete
The Richtis Gorge in eastern Crete may not be as well known as the Samaria Gorge, but it is a lush paradise. It's a very special place.
Eupalinos Tunnel, a Masterpiece of Ancient Engineering on Samos, Greece
Even by modern standards, the ancient Tunnel of Eupalinos on Samos, Greece is considered a marvel of engineering and craftsmanship.
Built around 550 BC, it's...
When Athens Revolted Against Macedon’s Hegemony in Greece
Alexander the Great died unexpectedly in 323 BC, suddenly leaving his vast empire without a leader. Sensing a chance to break free of the...
The Questions Ancient Greeks Asked the Oracle of Dodona
The ancient Greek sanctuary and theater of Dodona, home to the oldest oracle, and located in Epirus, northwestern Greece, are part of a uniquely...
Divers Can Now Explore Four Ancient Shipwrecks in Greece
Four stunning ancient shipwrecks off central Greece can now be explored by amateur divers, the Ministry of Culture announced recently.
The shipwrecks at the sites...
Royal Navy Names Submarine After Greek King Agamemnon
The Royal Navy's latest Astute Class submarine built by BAE Systems, due to be launched later this year, has been officially named Agamemnon, after...
Ancient Greeks Invented World’s First Telecommunications Device
The hydraulic telegraph, invented by the ancient Greeks, had the capacity to send long-distance messages as early as the fourth century BC.
The ingenious apparatus...
Kalitsounia: Sweet Cretan Pastries Recipe
Kalitsounia is an amazing cheese-filled sweet pastry traditionally made on the Greek island of Crete. Here's our authentic recipe:
For the filling:
• SWEET MIZITHRA OR...
Shrimp And Gyros Skewers: Where The Mountains Meet The Sea
Next time that you are feeling indecisive about fish (well, seafood!) or meat for dinner, why not try the shrimp and gyros skewers.