Why Greeks Crack Red Eggs on Easter
Greeks have been cracking red eggs at Easter for centuries. The tradition, although it is also a fun game, is steeped in religious symbolism.
Has the Ring of Pontius Pilate Been Found?
A 2,000-year-old ring that was unearthed 50 years ago near Jerusalem may well have been worn by Pontius Pilate the man who was the...
Dimini and Sesklo: Greece’s Neolithic People May Have Destroyed Each Other
Were Greece's Neolithic Dimini people responsible for the violent conquest of the Sesklo people, or did the two settlements in fact live alongside one...
Holy Fire in Jerusalem: A Miracle or a Scam?
A Greek journalist who had argued that the miracle of the Holy Fire is a scam was acquitted recently by a Greek court following...
Christians in Jerusalem Celebrate the Holy Fire
Christians in Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre celebrated the arrival of the Holy Fire on Saturday.
The streets of the Old City are locked...
Special Greek Fricassee Recipe for Easter
In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...
Beloved Greek Actress Anna Panagiotopoulou Dies at 76
Beloved Greek actress Anna Panagiotopoulou who starred in some of the most popular series on television passed away on Saturday in Athens. She was...
The Ancient Greek Jesus Christ, Apollonius of Tyana
Apollonius of Tyana, an ancient Greek philosopher and miracle worker from the Roman province of Cappadocia who lived in the first century CE, is...
18-Million-Year Old Petrified Trees Unearthed on Lesvos, Greece
Excavations for rainwater drainage pipes brought to light fourteen more petrified trees in the Petrified Forest on the island of Lesvos recently.
"The trunks were...
Propaganda Song for North Korea’s Kim Breaks the Internet
A propaganda song and video clip called "Friendly Father" and praising North Korea's dictator Kim Jong Un has gone viral in Western social media.
The...
Nostalgic Greek Sweets and Treats from Bygone Days
Greek sweets are famously decadent and delicious. There are a number of traditional sweets that remind Greeks of bygone days when kids enjoyed carnivals...
Spectacular Modern Greek House Nominated for EU Award
The "Lap Pool House," a modern house built on a slope of the Cycladic island of Tinos, is nominated for an EU award for Architecture.
Greek-Canadian MMA Fighters Celebrate Heritage an Ocean Away
Greek-Canadian MMA fighters Tom Theocharis and Elias Theodorou are managing successful athletic careers with each other to count on.
10 Celebrities You’d Never Guess are of Greek Descent
There are many celebrities who have Greek names and speak of their Greek heritage all of the time. However, there are also a bunch...
Unexpected Treasure Finds That Changed History
Numerous unexpected treasures have revealed secrets, illuminating the shadows of the past, and solved mysteries. Whether located in ancient caves or on ocean floors,...
The Ten Most Beautiful Lakes in Greece
Lakes in Greece go under-appreciated because of the country's wealth of beaches and islands, but Greek lakes are surely enchanting and worth a visit!
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.
A Guide to Irresistible Peloponnese, Greece
The Peloponnese is a picturesque region in southern Greece. Steeped in history, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty, it is the ideal destination for an...
The Stunning, Natural Heart-Shaped Bays of Greece
Home to many unique and beautiful natural sights, Greece is internationally famed for its stunning landscapes on the mainland, as well as on its...
Nymphaio, the Fairy-Tale Village of Northern Greece
Nymphaio is a stunning village, often ranked amongst the most beautiful, located just outside Florina in West Macedonia, Greece.
Five of the Most Staggering Caves Worth Exploring on the Island of Crete
There are hundreds of caves scattered around the Greek island of Crete—and all of them are worth a visit, either for their natural features...
Crete’s Ghost Village of Aradena Hangs on the Edge of a Gorge
Aradena is an abandoned village in the region of Sfakia on the island of Crete sitting at the edge of a gorge.
Gold and Silver Jewels Discovered at Ancient Temple in Greece
Gold and silver jewels were uncovered during excavations of the ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis in Evia, Greece.
Greek and Swiss archaeologists also...
Phaistos: The Palatial Mountain Fortress of Crete
The magnificent archaeological site of Phaistos where an imposing palace stood overlooking the Mediterranean for thousands of years is perhaps not as well known...
The Ancient Greek Woman Buried With Her Gold Jewelry
In 2018, Greek archaeologists uncovered a grave of an ancient noblewoman buried with her gold jewelry on the island of Sikinos.
Her name, according to...
Lost Ancient Greek Sky Map Discovered at Sinai Monastery
A map of the night sky created by the ancient Greek astronomer Hipparchus was recently discovered at St. Catherine Monastery on the Sinai Peninsula...
Cleopatra, Caesar, and a Temple in Egypt
The life and legacy of the daughter of Ptolemy XII Auletes, Cleopatra, has fascinated not only Europeans but also Arabs and Africans alike. Her...
The Byzantines: Greeks, Romans, or Both?
Byzantine society was extremely diverse, encompassing Christian Greeks, Slavs, Armenians, Georgians, Coptics, and the Jewish populations, among others, but are the Byzantines considered Roman,...
Greek Yogurt Pancakes: Favorite Breakfast Gets Healthy Makeover
Fluffy pancakes can switch high sugar - high cholesterol toppings such as butter, bacon or maple syrup for Greek style yogurt as a more balanced nutritious alternative.
Loukoumades: Greek Fried Puffs Recipe
A traditional recipe for Loukoumades, the delicious Greek fried puffs with honey.
Greek Octopus Recipe for a Delicious ‘Sarakosti’
If you happen to travel to Greece during the period leading up to Easter, you will see menus and food posters that are slightly...
Traditional Recipe for the Greek Sweet Bread Tsoureki
Tsoureki, or Greek sweet bread, is a favorite delicacy throughout the Christmas and Easter holidays in Greece. This traditional recipe for Tsoureki includes all...