When Potatoes Were Introduced to Greece
The introduction of potatoes to Greece by first Governor Ioannis Kapodistrias after the liberation from the Ottomans is a story rich in lore.
Look at Ancient Greece If You Consider the Risky Practice of ‘Jelqing’
Some men do not appreciate ancient Greek art as they resort to jelqing, a practice that involves manipulating the penis, often to increase its...
Own a Slice of Paradise: Uninhabited Island Near Mykonos for Sale
A small uninhabited island called Tragonisi located a few nautical miles east of Mykonos is on the market for sale and expected to fetch...
Mystery of Exceptional Sound at Greece’s Epidaurus Theater Solved
The ancient mystery of the great sound quality at the ancient Greek theater of Epidaurus has finally been solved, researchers posit.
Aitoliko: The ‘Little Venice’ of Greece Caught in Spectacular Drone Video
It may be a slight exaggeration, but for many locals, the town of Aitoliko, situated on an island between two lagoons in western Greece...
Stoicism: The Greatest Quotes of Ancient Greek Philosophers
Stoicism was one of the philosophical movements of the Hellenistic period, founded by Zeno of Citium in Athens in the early 3rd century BC
‘Save Our Oceans’: The Parthenon Illuminated as Conference Starts in Athens
Representatives from at least 100 countries have gathered in Athens this week for the Our Ocean Conference, uniting in a concerted effort to address...
Olympic Flame Begins Journey From Ancient Greece to Paris
The Olympic Flame, the symbol of the Olympic Games, is being lit on Tuesday in Ancient Olympia and begins its long journey to Paris...
Jailed Greek Politician in Albania a Candidate for EU Parliament in Greece
Relations between Greece and Albania could deteriorate further after the ruling conservative party in Greece announced on Monday that Fredi Beleri, the jailed ethnic...
The Moment Ancient Greek Masterpiece Was Unearthed at Delphi
Delphi, Greece, 1894. Archeologists and workers pose in front of the magnificent statue of Antinous, which was unearthed near the Temple of Apollo in...
First Greek-Australian Womens’ Group Keeps Greek Culture Alive
The nation of Australia, as most people are aware, is home to one of the largest Greek diaspora communities in the world.
Iron Maiden Performs “Alexander the Great” Live for the First Time
The English heavy metal band Iron Maiden played the song Alexander the Great live for the first time ever on Sunday during the Future...
The Astonishing Story of the First Female Greek Immigrant to Australia
Ekaterini Plessou-Crummer, the first female Greek immigrant to Australia in the mid-1800s, has an incredible personal story that is filled with encounters with historical...
Lost Sphinxes of King Tut’s Grandfather Found in Luxor, Egypt
Two gigantic sphinxes of Amenhotep II, the Egyptian pharaoh who was King Tut's grandfather, were recently unearthed, according to a statement released by the...
LEGO Celebrates Greek Bicentennial With Historical Figures
To celebrate Greek Bicentennial, Liam Jensen created LEGOS of three figures from the revolution - Kolokotronis, Mavrokordatos and Lord Byron.
Why Greek Orthodox Priests Have Beards
The beards of Orthodox priests are some of their most striking attributes, marking them as different from other Western religious men.
The Isle of Malta, the Heart of the Ancient Mediterranean
The Isle of Malta is currently the smallest member state of the European Union, both in terms of territory and the size of its population.
Hydra’s Secret History and the Riddle of Its Name
I remember growing up on Hydra every summer in the 1980s, leaving my Salt Lake City, Utah home, to go to our family home...
The 10 Best Beaches in Crete
Crete is the largest island in Greece, and its coastline of 1,046 km, or 650 miles, makes for some extraordinary beaches.
Holidaymakers who have already...
Patmos: The Greek Island of John’s Revelation
Patmos island in the Aegean Sea is the location apostle John received the visions found in the Book of Revelation of the New Testament
The Sunken Cities of Ancient Greece
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...
Calypso’s Paradise: Gavdos, the Southernmost Greek Island
Gavdos is the southernmost Greek island, located to the south of its much larger neighbor, Crete.
The Profound Consequences of the Roman Conquest of Greece
The Roman conquest of Greece is an integral part of the long and rich history of this proud nation. However, people mostly focus on...
Ancient Greek Philosophers Brought to Life by AI
Ancient Greek scientists and philosophers are brought back to life and tell their stories in this captivating video produced through Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Equator AI...
Statue of God Apollo Unearthed at Ancient Etruscan and Roman Baths
In a recent archaeological discovery at San Casciano dei Bagni in Tuscany, Italy, experts stumbled upon a marble statue of Apollo Sauroctonos, also known...
Hector and Andromache: The Most Moving Chapter of the Iliad
The words of the ancient Greek author Homer have echoed across the centuries. His magnum opus, the Iliad, which recounts the semi-mythical siege of...
The Greek Myth That Inspired Tolkien
British author J. R. R. Tolkien is beloved worldwide as the father of the literary fantasy genre, having written the immensely popular The Lord...
The Wound That Nearly Killed Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great died at age 32 after falling ill with a high fever following a night of heavy drinking. Twelve days later, the...
Greek Dakos Cheesecake Recipe
Try this Dakos Greek Cheesecake recipe for a unique cheesecake that will pleasantly surprise you and your guests.
Ingredients
for the base;
DAKOS RUSK (kritharokoulouro) 60gr/...
Melomakarona – The Quintessential Greek Christmas Cookie
Melomakarona are some of the most beloved of all Greek cookies. Made with olive oil, flour, honey, and citrus, melomakarona are much healthier than...
Semolina Halva Recipe
Here's a traditional recipe fro the delicious Greek desert Halva with Semolina.
Ingredients
250ml sunflower oil
14oz – 400gr semolina flour
5lb – 700gr sugar
...
Greek Pita “Pizza” Muffins: A Fun And Easy To Prepare Snack
A fun and easy to prepare snack combining three world-renowned favorites into one is the pita "pizza" muffin.