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‘Evdokia’ the 1200-Year-Old Olive Tree on Corfu, Greece

An imposing olive tree on Corfu, known as "Evdokia" is among the oldest trees in Greece, estimated to be between 1086 and 1200 years...

When the Acropolis and Athens Were Burned by the Persians

In 480 BC, Persian forces led by King Xerxes I burned down the city of Athens, as well as the Acropolis, in what is...

Demetrios: The Ancient Greek Who Traveled to England

A man called Demetrios was among the first of the ancient Greeks to have traveled to England more than two millennia ago. Two small copper-alloy...

Bridge Renamed in Memory of Greek-American Officer Pavlos Pallas

Greek-American police officer Pavlos Pallas who died from 9/11-related cancer will forever be remembered in Queens. Last week, the 94th Street/Grand Central overpass to LaGuardia...

Turkish Anger as Man Unfurls Greek Flag in Hagia Sophia

A man unfurled the Greek flag inside the historic site of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul causing anger in Turkey. Apostolos Papatheodorou, a Greek visitor, caused...

The Prehistoric ‘Human Skull’ Cave of Greece at Petralona Reopens

The Petralona cave in Chalkidiki, Greece is open to the public again after five years, while the ceremonial opening is expected to take place...

Clean Monday in Greece: Everything You Need to Know

“Kathara Deftera,” Greek for Clean Monday, commences the 40-day period of the Great Lent for the Greek Orthodox Church, called “Sarakosti.”

Putin Wins Another Controversial Election to Rule Russia Until 2030

Vladimir Putin won by a landslide in Russia accumulating more than 87 percent of the vote in a Presidential election where no credible opposition...

Why Greeks Fly Kites on Clean Monday

Clean Monday — the beginning of Lent among Orthodox Christians — is the day Greeks fly kites (which are symbolic of the Resurrection).

Filiki Eteria: The Group That Sparked the Greek War of Independence

The Filiki Eteria (Φιλική Εταιρία), or the Society of Friends, as it was otherwise known, was founded on September 14, 1814 and played a...

Calypso’s Canyon, The Green Paradise of Greece

Calypso's Canyon is a hidden treasure on mainland Greece which could make you forget that you're in one of the hottest countries of Europe.

Six Things You Shouldn’t Say to a Greek

When visiting Greece it may be difficult for you to understand some of the cultural norms to follow during your stay in this beautiful...

Italian Football Team FC Crotone Is Uniquely Proud of Its Greek Origins

Italy's Crotone football team has legions of dedicated fans who proudly hail the team's Greek origins in their chants and banners.

Why is Ambergris or ‘Floating Gold’ Produced by Whales so Expensive?

Recently, the head of the Institute of Animal Health and Food Security at the University of Las Palmas was stunned to discover approximately half...

Saint Yakinthos: Crete’s Valentine Equivalent

February 14th is the globally-celebrated day of Saint Valentine, internationally known as the day of lovers. Millions of stores around the world are lavishly...

The Greek National Anthem and Its Meaning

The Greek National Anthem is one of the most recognizable and longest of all, written by the country's "National Poet" Dionysios Solomos

The Five Best Crowd-Free Tourist Destinations of Greece

Greece is well known for its thousands of beaches that are tourist magnets, bringing millions of travelers every year to the country.

Top Five Beach Bars You Must Visit in Greece

When summer rolls around in Greece people beat the heat by flocking to beach bars to enjoy a "frappe" coffee next to the indigo blue sea. 

Greece’s Dazzling Milos Island

Milos is a volcanic island, and is the south-westernmost island in the Cyclades group.

The Uknown Greek Island Onassis Almost Bought

Even today, travelers to Greece can still find many hidden treasure destinations which retain their almost unspoiled beauty, such as the island of Trizonia.

Why I Fell in Love With Greece: Filmmaker Bettany Hughes Explains

British filmmaker Bettany Hughes, who shot a fascinating  documentary series in Greece, spoke of her great love for the country and its people

Greece’s Top Winter Destinations

Greece is known around the world for its sunny summers, white sand beaches, and crystal- clear waters, but there is another equally magical and...

How Boxing Became a Popular Sport in Ancient Greece

Boxing in ancient Greece originated as a very tough sport, much harder than professional boxing as we know it today.

Six Glorious Ancient Greeks Who Had an Inglorious End

Ancient Greek history is full of glorious men who have left an indelible mark through their military genius, courage, artistic greatness, political savviness, and...

When Cleopatra Celebrated Love on Samos, the Mykonos of Ancient Greece

Cleopatra, the Greek Queen of Ancient Egypt, and Marc Antony, the famous Roman general, conducted part of their decadent love affair on the Greek island...

Aigai, Macedonian Site, Equals Visitor Count of Acropolis Museum

During a speech at a conference in Thessaloniki titled 'Greece Talks_Thessaloniki: Thessaloniki on the international tourist map', Angeliki Kottaridis, Curator of Antiquities of Imathia,...

Louvre Creates Greek-Inspired Exhibition for Paris Olympics

In anticipation of the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Louvre Museum has curated a new exhibition titled "Olympism: Modern Invention, Ancient Legacy", which dives into...

These Ancient Greek Games Shaped Our Modern World

Not many events in history show what the culture of ancient Greece was like as well as the four main ancient Greek games called...

Loukoumades: Greek Fried Puffs Recipe

A traditional recipe for Loukoumades, the delicious Greek fried puffs with honey.

Toursi: The Greek Pickles

  Pickles, kimchi, toursi: all names for one of the oldest known preparations. Pickles are a culinary tradition almost all over the world, thanks to...

Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Mushrooms: A Mediterranean Take

A Mediterranean version of stuffed mushrooms dishes would be the chicken Shawarma stuffed mushrooms recipe.

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.