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Theagenes of Thasos was one of the towering sports figures from the ancient Olympic Games who supposedly won 1,400 bouts throughout a 22-year career. His...

The Battle of Crete will remain forever in military history as the scene of the largest German airborne operation of World War II

Ancient Athens was invaded and sacked four times, starting with the Persian invasion in 480 BC and ending with the destruction by the Visigoths...

Most tourists flock to famous Aegean islands like Mykonos, Paros, and Santorini, but overlook some truly spectacular destinations like Syros. This island contains the...

Greek castles remind us of impressive stories from their epic past, some ranked among the best-preserved buildings in Europe.

The Olympic flame reached Marseille, just outside the Old Port, amid tight security on Wednesday, 79 days before the Paris 2024 Games Opening Ceremony. More...

When one thinks of white, marble art and clear, cerulean waters of Tinos island, Greece comes to mind. The two are synonymous.

The Thracians were famous as fearsome warriors, hired as mercenaries by ancient Greeks and Romans, also known for the legendary gladiator Spartacus. Ancient Thrace was...

Greek scientist Konstantinos Giapis solved the mystery of the Hindenburg disaster in 1937, the largest aircraft ever built by mankind,

Greek Easter is full of ancient traditions and customs, followed faithfully throughout the millennia, making the feast a colorful one.