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Ancient Greece

3,500-Year-Old Minoan Royal Road: Europe’s Oldest Paved Path

The Minoan Road, over 3,500 years old, is the oldest known paved road in Europe. It connected the prominent Minoan cities of Knossos, Gortyn,...
Ancient Greece

Study of Athens’ Oldest Coins Reveals Unknown, Ancient Silver Trade

  Ancient Athens' oldest coins, minted in the period of the Athenian tyranny in the lead up to democracy in the 6th century BC, were...
events

Bodossaki Foundation Honors Distinguished Greek Scientists in the US

The Bodossaki Foundation announced the two distinguished Greek scientists honored with the Bodossaki Excellence Award 2026 for their pioneering, internationally recognized life’s work: preeminent...
Ancient Greece

Ancient Greeks Traveled a Lot, Even Used Clay ‘Passports’

The Ancient Greeks were active travelers, despite the dangers of land travel and the fear of highwaymen. Sea travel required ample supplies and means. A...
events

Alpha Omega Council Celebrates 2026 Greek Heritage Night with Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park

The Alpha Omega Council of Boston hosted recently its 7th annual Greek Heritage Night at Fenway Park, welcoming an estimated 5,000 Greek-Americans to the...
Festivals

Greek Diaspora International Festival Returns to Kastellorizo

On the remote island of Kastellorizo, the Near & Far Festival, the world's only cultural event dedicated entirely to the Greek diaspora, returns for...
Greek News

Treasure Hunters in Greece: Digging Through Time

Armed with metal detectors, treasure hunters roam the landscapes of Greece, where myth and history intertwine. Drawn by whispered legends, ancient texts and the...
Ancient Greece

What Was the Ancient Name of the Minoans?

The Minoan civilization was a rich and relatively advanced culture centered on ancient Crete during the Bronze Age. However, they did not refer to...
Ancient Greece

The History of Wine in Ancient Greece

The recorded history of wine in Ancient Greece begins around the 15th century BC, while viticulture appears to have existed as early as in the Neolithic era, 6,500 years ago
Australia

Fugitive James Dalamangas Wanted for 1999 Sydney Murder Arrested in Greece

Greek authorities have arrested a 55-year-old Greek-Australian fugitive wanted for a 1999 murder in Sydney, ending a 27-year international manhunt. James Dalamangas, the target...

Greek Videos & Short Docs

The Mechanics of Philotimo: Volunteers Repair Cars Damaged in Floods

Trizonia: The Unknown Greek Island Onassis Almost Bought

Journalist Reveals Legacy of British Rule, Turkish Invasion on Cyprus

The Greek Actor Who Became a Star in Uganda, Africa

The Last Greeks of Princes’ Islands – (Full Documentary)

Ropoto: Greece’s Sinking Ghost Town and Its Leaning Church That Tests Your Balance

Greek Culture and Entertainment

Diaspora

Calabrian Greeks: Pocket of Hellenism in Italy Has Survived Millennia

There exists today a tiny enclave of Calabrian Greeks, Greek-speaking people in Reggio Calabria that seem to have survived millennia.
Greece

George Jarvis Commemorated for Role in Greek War of Independence

A churchyard in Argos, Mycenae was where the life of one of the most notable philhellenes, George Jarvis, was commemorated on July 27.
Culture

Dating in Greece: The Etiquette of the First Rendezvous

Dating in Greece can be a challenge for singles of any cultural background in the era of "political correctness".
Europe

Dassault: The Greek Connection of One of Europe’s Wealthiest Families

Dassault Aviation is the company behind the Rafale aircraft that Greece has acquired to help protect its borders.
History

What Was Ancient Egypt Like Under Roman Rule?

The Ptolemaic Dynasty ruled Egypt for nearly three centuries. This Greek dynasty came to an end when the Romans defeated the famous Mark Antony...
Greece

Justinian II, the Byzantine Emperor Who Had His Nose Cut Off

Justinian II is remembered for his brutality as the last Byzantine emperor in the Heraclian dynasty. His reign of terror inspired a popular uprising...

TRAVEL

The Great Millionaire Migration: Why Greece Is a Top 10 Pick for the Wealthy

Greece is at the forefront of a quiet but powerful trend that is redrawing the map of global wealth: the migration of millionaires. Each...

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.

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.

Greece Rises as Top Coolcation Destination Amid Autumn Surge

Greece is rapidly positioning itself as one of Europe’s top destinations for the growing coolcation movement—the trend of going on vacation in milder climates...

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...

The Legend of Corfu’s Mouse Island

Pontikonisi, also known as "Mouse Island," is a Greek islet located at the entrance of Halkiopoulos lagoon in Corfu. The islet is better-known for hosting...

Ancient Greece

Did the Mycenaeans Encounter the Rare Dwarf Elephants of the Aegean?

The dwarf elephants of the Aegean Islands represent a fascinating intersection of paleontology, archaeology, and environmental history, yet their significance during the Mycenaean period...

The Prince of Ancient Iran Who Fought in the Trojan War

In the Trojan War of Greek mythology, many nations were allied with Troy to fight against the Greeks. This included many of the nations...

Wages and Work in Ancient Greece: How Ordinary People Made a Living

Ancient Greece is the subject of immense scholarly and popular attention. Unsurprisingly, The focus tends to be on the grandest moments of ancient Greek...

Can Anything Truly Stay the Same? Plutarch’s Ship of Theseus Paradox Still Baffles Minds

Have you ever wondered if your favourite old jumper, battered by time and use, is still truly the same as the one you fell...

The Oracle of Delphi, Priestess Pythia, Who Spoke Truth to Power

In a time and place that offered few career opportunities for women, the job of the priestess of Apollo at the Oracle of Delphi...

The Strange Ox Sacrifice Held at the Acropolis of Athens

In ancient Greece, the killing of an ox was prohibited by law due to its vital role in daily life. However, a peculiar and...

Greek Recipes by Nostimo

Gyros Street Tacos: Delicious Greek Mexican Fusion

When the most popular street foods of two of the world's most celebrated cuisines meet, the result is Churrasco-Style Gyros Street Tacos. 

Phyllo Wrapped Feta Cheese with Truffle Honey Recipe

A traditional Greek appetizer, phyllo-wrapped feta cheese with truffle honey is easy to make and offers a delicious rich flavor.

Loukoumades: Greek Fried Puffs Recipe

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

Three Tasty Greek Yogurt Recipes to Try at Home

Treats made from Greek yogurt can add an interesting and tasty dimension. Once hard to come by outside of Greece, the country’s famed yogurt is now...