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Jacob's Well, inside the Church of the same name, is a holy Greek Orthodox site that tradition says dates back two millennia and is mentioned in the Book of Genesis

Religious wars have been a pervasive feature of human history across the world. Time and time again, members of one faith have taken up...

Greece is considering imposing an entrance fee for Mount Olympus, the highest mountain in the country, authorities revealed on Wednesday. Thousands of people climb every...

There are few places in the world where high mountains, traditional villages and a rural lifestyle combine with close proximity to the sea, a...

The Holy Synod of the Greek Orthodox Church has issued a warning towards the government not to raise the issue of the separation between...

Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Greece will offer numerous economic benefits, however for Putin, the highlight is his visit to Mount Athos, on...

Defense Minister Panos Kammenos is opening the doors of the ministry to those who want to worship the holy icon of Panagia Soumela held...

Last night on CBS’ “60 Minutes,” viewers were able to watch as correspondent, Bob Simon journeyed to the remote peninsula in North Greece to...

The story of a Greek Orthodox monk who established 19 monasteries in North America is an epic of devotion to his faith and determination...

Greece has many beautiful sights for you to check out while you are visiting the country. One thing you want to be sure to...