How Europe Got Its Name: The Greek Myth of Europa
Europe Day held on 9 May every year celebrates peace and unity in Europe. The date marks the anniversary of the historic 'Schuman declaration'...
Hunt for 17th Century Shipwreck Carrying $5 Billion of Gold Off the UK Coast
A 400-year-old Shipwreck believed to be carrying £4bn ($5bn) worth of gold just off the UK coast has a chance of being found now...
The First Weather Forecaster: The Ancient Greek Theophrastus
Greek philosopher Theophrastus (c. 372 BC, Eresus, Lesbos — c. 287) was a Greek philosopher and pupil of Aristotle and perhaps the first weather...
The Most Influential Cities of Bronze Age Greece
The Bronze Age in ancient Greece was a pivotal era that laid the foundation for the rich tapestry of Hellenic (Greek) civilization. A period...
Naxos, Greece’s Island of the Gods
Naxos is the largest island of the Cyclades island group, and although it is comparatively unknown relative to Greece's many other idylls, it is...
The 11,000-Year-Old Giant Statue of a Man Clutching His Genitals
In Turkey, archaeologists have discovered an ancient statue that's nearly eleven thousand years old. It shows a man clutching his genitals.
They also found a...
North Macedonia Elects First Woman President
North Macedonia elected its first woman president Wednesday as the governing Social Democrats suffered historic losses in twin presidential and parliamentary elections.
Conservative-backed Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova,...
SYRIZA Leader Stefanos Kasselakis Announces Greek Wedding
Main opposition SYRIZA leader Stefanos Kasselakis and his husband, Tyler McBeth, have announced that their Greek wedding will occur at the end of August...
Iconic Navagio Beach on Zakynthos, Greece to Remain Closed This Summer
The iconic Shipwreck Beach, or Navagio Beach, on Zakynthos, Greece will remain closed to tourists for a second consecutive summer for fear of landslides,...
AstraZeneca Withdraws Vaccine Citing Surplus of Newer Shots
Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca has withdrawn its Covid-19 vaccine worldwide, citing the surplus of newer vaccines as its reason. It was announced for the first...
Breathtaking Ruins of Mystras Mark Center of Byzantine Power in Greece
Mystras which lies in the southeastern Peloponnesian Peninsula, was once the center of Byzantine power in southern Greece.
A Bottle of Ouzo—and Its Connection to Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla
How does ouzo, the anise-flavored aperitif that is widely consumed in Greece and Cyprus, relate to Albert Bourla?
The Karamanlides: Orthodox, Turkish-Speaking People Native to Anatolia
A group of people native to Anatolia, the Karamanlides, are believed by many to be Turkish speaking Greeks. They used a dialect of Turkish...
The Greatest Byzantine Greek Scholars of the Renaissance
Between the 14th and 15th centuries, a wave of Greek scholars left their beleaguered homeland in the Byzantine Empire for the Italian Peninsula, where...
Nike: The Greek Goddess Who Inspired the Most Popular Sports Brand in the World
One of the most popular and recognized sports brands in the world Nike, inclunding the "swoosh" logo, was inspired by Niké, the Greek goddess of
victory.
All You Needed to Know About Cryptocurrency in Greece
In the past couple of years, cryptocurrency has invaded Greece's society, mostly because of high taxation and the pandemic. While the average Greek might...
Mykonos Airport Dazzles After €25 Million Renovation
The €25 million renovation of Mykonos airport carried out by Fraport Greece was inspired by traditional Aegean architecture
Athens’ Lycabettus Provides Stunning Views of Acropolis, Saronic Gulf
Located in the heart of Greece's bustling capital, Mount Lycabettus provides a serene, picturesque escape from the noise and hubbub of Athens.
Perfect Spots for Walking in Downtown Athens
The many fascinating views of the Greek capital, Athens, are better appreciated and enjoyed if walking down its streets at a relaxed pace rather...
The Magic of Snowcapped Mount Parnassus in Greece
A drone video has recently captured the mesmerizing magic of Mount Parnassus in central Greece after the November snows covered its craggy peaks.
Parnassus, measuring...
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,...
Ten Must-Have Souvenirs From the Greek Island of Crete
Visitors to Crete always want to find just the right memories of Crete to take back home. Objects that tell a story of their...
Who Were the Hellenistic Jews, and Why Do They Matter?
The Hellenization of much of the world brought about by the conquests of Alexander the Great saw peoples of many different cultures and religions...
The Fascinating Evolution of the Greek Language Through Time
Greek is one of the oldest recorded living languages of the world, with a truly rich history that spans over 3,000 years.
While Ancient Greek...
Alexander the Great and His Impact on the Empire’s Economy
The Asian campaign of Alexander the Great had an unexpected impact on the economy of Macedonia and the rest of Ancient Greece.
The conquests of...
Where Did Odysseus Really Travel to in Homer’s Odyssey?
In the seventh century BCE, the Greek poet Homer wrote the Odyssey. This fascinating tale of adventure and loss would captivate readers for centuries, even...
Why There Were No Prisons in Ancient Greece?
There weren't prisons in ancient Greece as we know them today, only temporary detention centers as criminals were either fined, exiled, or executed.
The concept...
The Ancient Greek Tyrant Who Ruled Athens Three Times
Pisistratus was an ancient Greek statesman who ruled Athens three times as a tyrant. However, his reforms laid the foundations for the city's later...
Chocolate Dipped Melomakarona Recipe
A spin of the traditional Melomakarona, the chocolate filled Greek Christmas cookies are a great dessert for the holiday meals.
In a bowl
• WATER 17...
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...
Mediterranean Chicken Salad Cups: The Perfect Summer Bites
Summer meals can be a tricky choice, especially after a long day at sea under the sun, when we are looking for dishes that...
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....