On October 19, 1974, Zozo Christodoulou did something that no other Greek woman had done before. She ran in the original Marathon race, making...

Certain mysteries from the ancient world remain largely unexplained today and continue to puzzle scientists and researchers. For instance, circular megalithic constructions have appeared in...

Kalymnos is considered one of the best rock climbing destinations in the world.

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...

The natural sea salt that comes from the Greek island of Kythera, once considered an exclusive delicacy, is now gaining renewed attention for its...

A Greek school in Ghana, in one of the most impoverished areas of the world, offers hope and opportunity for hundreds of kids who...

In addition to the many magnificent historical monuments in Greece, the country has several unique sunken cities and archaeological sites. These submerged sites aren't mere...

This is the famed island which, after visiting it in the 1960’s, Greek shipping tycoon Aristotle Onassis attempted to buy.

A tiny islet off the coast of Attica near the Kaki Thalassa area has such a shape that it gives the impression it features a swimming pool.

Palaios Agios Athanasios or Tsegani is a traditional village at the foot of Mount Vorras or Kaimaktsalan, on the Piperitsa summit, next to Lake Vegoritida in Western Macedonia.

With so many Greek souvenirs to choose from throughout your travels in the country, let's be sure that you purchase the best ones to...

Greece has too many nude beaches to count. This list of some of the best Greek nude beaches can be used to narrow down such a plethora of options!

Greek mythology is full of artifacts endowed with supernatural powers, in addition to a myriad of unforgettable gods, demigods, creatures, and characters. These items are...

Pythagoras is one of the most famous figures from the ancient Greek world. His life is the subject of interest to many historians, and...

A British pensioner found a 2,300 year old ancient Greek crown packed with crumpled old newspapers in an old cardboard box under his bed.

It may come as a surprise to many parents choosing a name for their child, but many of the most popular English names are actually Greek!

Since the time of ancient Rome and Greece, people have dealt with the difficult emotion of love– in all its glory and calamity –...

By Dimitris Aristopoulos Occasionally, there is discussion about how democratic Western governments truly are. Are they the type of democracy with which the ancient Greeks...

A fun and easy to prepare snack combining three world-renowned favorites into one is the pita "pizza" muffin.

If you happen to travel to Greece during the period leading up to Easter, you will see menus and food posters that are slightly...

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...

Tsoureki Rolls, the raisins and cinammon filled Greek sweet bread rolls are usually prepared in Greece for Easter, but are great throughout the year....