How Did the Greeks Settle the Island of Chios Anyway?
The island of Chios has been a Greek island for thousands of years. Even today, it is still a popular destination within the Greek...
Ancient “City of the Dead” With Mummy Tombs Found in Egypt
A terrifying site dubbed "City of the Dead" with more than 300 mummy tombs has been discovered in the ancient city of Aswan, Egypt.
The...
The Other Side of Greece’s Mykonos You Must See
When one hears the island name Mykonos, images of beautiful beaches, vacationing international celebrities, wild VIP parties, and fashionistas walking the narrow streets come...
Coldplay Music Video in Greece Shows Athens at Its Best
Coldplay has released a music video filmed in the Greek capital of Athens, and it truly shows the city at its best. If you...
New Nightjars Bird Species Discovered on Lesser Sunda Islands
Nightjars are medium-sized birds that are active at night and eat insects. They belong to the family Caprimulgidae and the order Caprimulgiformes.
You can find...
Filmmaker Noaz Deshe on His Greek Refugee Camp Film Xoftex
Filmmaker Noaz Deshe has recently been interviewed about the creation of his new film Xoftex on asylum seekers and Europe's right wing shift. Xoftex...
Desert Moss Can Survive on Mars, Scientists Suggest
Researchers now believe a simple desert moss might be key to establishing life on Mars. Chinese scientists have discovered that Syntrichia caninervis, a moss...
Ancient Greek Girl Buried Wearing Ceramic Flower Wreath
The skull of an Ancient Greek girl with a ceramic flower wreath has been discovered. These remains have been dated circa 400 to 300...
When Ronaldo Was Brought to Tears by Greece in His First Euro
Greece and Slovenia were the teams that brought tears to Christiano Ronaldo in his first and last Euro finals.
Portugal's superstar was caught crying after...
Identity of Notorious Serial Killer Jack the Ripper Revealed
A former police volunteer has unearthed new medical evidence she believes identifies Jack the Ripper, the 19th-century serial killer responsible for some of the...
Titanic Conspiracy Theory Claims the Ship Never Sank
Among the many conspiracy theories about major world events, is the claim that the Titanic never sank but was switched with its sister ship
Greek Man Devotes Life to Feeding the Hungry
Konstantinos Polychronopoulos, founder of charity "The Other Human," works tirelessly feeding the hungry in Greece in the wake of disasters.
Top Ten Greek Wines That You Need to Try
Greece is one of the oldest wine regions in the world and one of the first wine-producing areas in Europe.
The Ethnic Cleansing of Greeks from Gallipoli in 1915
Thousands of Greeks living on the Gallipoli peninsula in modern-day Turkey were victims of the ethnic cleansing and genocide of minorities, particularly Greeks, Armenians,...
Vienna’s “Little Greece” and the First Newspaper in Greek
If we are to consider meaningful communities for Hellenism, Vienna should surely be on the short list with its little Greece.
Cultivation of Cannabis was Legal in Greece Until 1936
The cultivation of cannabis in Greece for pharmaceutical purposes is now legal, as it was legal until 1936, the year it was prohibited
Ten Things to Do on the Greek Island of Rhodes
Rhodes, one of the most historic islands in Greece, is one of the most visited places in the country. It is the largest island...
Yoga in Greece: The Perfect Idea for Your Summer Break
Greece has one more reason to become your next summer destination, and that's none other than yoga.
The country is emerging as an excellent choice...
The Most Beautiful Beaches in Cyprus
The island of Cyprus has long been known for the exquisite beaches which line the country's shores.
The Best Tips for an Unforgettable Family Vacation on Crete
Crete is the largest island in Greece, and its coastline of 1,046 km or 650 miles is full of some of the most beautiful...
Edessa: The Greek City of Water and the Five Senses
Get to know Edessa, the Northern Greek city referred to as the “City of Water and of the Five Senses,” which is home to...
The Sweet History of the Oldest Bougatsa Shop in Chania, Crete
In Chania, the famous Iordanis has been baking fresh Bougatsa - the Greek sweet filo pastry - since 1922.
Artifacts in Greek Mythology That Hold Supernatural Powers
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...
The Unknown Legendary Ancestry of Greek Scientist Pythagoras
Pythagoras is one of the most famous figures from the ancient Greek world. His life is the subject of interest to many historians, and...
Ancient Greek Crown of Pure Gold Found in Box Under Man’s Bed
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.
Popular English Names You Had No Idea Were Actually Greek
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!
Did People in Ancient Rome and Greece Love the Same Way We Do?
Since the time of ancient Rome and Greece, people have dealt with the difficult emotion of love– in all its glory and calamity –...
Democracies, Republics, and Ancient Greek Philosophy
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...
Pastitsio Recipe, aka Greek Oven-Baked Pasta
Pastitsio is a traditional and famous Greek pasta dish topped with ground beef and bechamel sauce.
Ingredients
For the minced meat
21 oz / 600 gr ground...
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.
Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Mushrooms: A Mediterranean Take
A Mediterranean version of stuffed mushrooms dishes would be the chicken Shawarma stuffed mushrooms recipe.
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...