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Greek News
Census in Greece: Population Shrinks by 3.5 Percent to 10,432,481
The population in Greece has shrunk by 3.5 percent during the last decade according to the census published on Tuesday by the Greek Statistical Service (ELSTAT).
According to the preliminary data of the country-wide census of 2021, the current population...
Ancient Greece
Six “Must Visit” Archaeological Sites Near Athens
Greece is full of some of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, such as the Acropolis, Mycenae, and Knossos. There are so very many sites around the nation just like there are many amazing sites in the...
Greek News
The Tiny Islet in Greece That Has Its Own Natural Pool
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.
Ancient Greece
The Ancient Greek Treasure of the Amphiareion of Oropos
The Amphiareion of Oropos in East Attica with its temple and theater, is one of the lesser-known treasures of Greek antiquity.
Greek News
COVID-19: Number of Cases, Deaths Stabilizes in Greece
The number of new COVID-19 infections and deaths in Greece seems to stabilize below the high figures of last week.
On Saturday, the National Public Health Organization (EODY) announced 16,023 new cases and 72 deaths, while 567 patients are intubated....
Greece
Extreme Weather to Hit Greece This Weekend
Greece is expected to face severe weather over the weekend, with heavy rains and strong winds that will reach their peak on Saturday, December 11.
The country's National Meteorological Service upgraded a weather warning issued on Thursday to an "alarm"...
Greek News
Moderate Earthquake Jolts Athens
A 2.9-magnitude earthquake jolted Athens at 3:53 PM local time on Monday. The quake was felt throughout the region of Attica.
According to the National Observatory of Athens, the epicenter was around 10 km (6 miles) northeast of the Greek...
Environment
Nightmare Returns as Two Fires Burn Near Athens
Firefighters continue to battle two separate wildfires near Athens on Monday in a situation reminiscent of the catastrophic fires earlier in the month in Attica, Evia and the Peloponnese.
Near the town of Lavrio, southeast of Athens, dozens of firefighters...
Environment
Huge Fire Breaks Out Near Lavrio, South of Athens
A wildfire broke out on Monday near the town of Lavrio, southeast of Athens, forcing the Fire Service to order the evacuation of a nearby village.
The fire is burning vegetation and is threatening the village of Markati. Residents are...
Environment
Evia Fires: The Largest Environmental Catastrophe of Greece
The environmental devastation from the fires in northern Evia is huge, according to the National Observatory of Athens.