After Greece gained its independence after fighting off the Ottoman Empire, the Greek insurgents called upon Ioannis Kapodistrias, a former foreign minister of Russia, to take over the governance of the fledgling state in 1827.
Kapodistrias ruled until 1831, when he...
September 1 is National Gyro Day, and the history of gyro, Greece's most popular fast food delicacy today, is lost in time.
Recently it was named among four Greek delicacies that have made it to the top 100 foods of...
This is the story of Father Grigorios, a Greek-Orthodox monk who lived 38 years of his life, practically alone, in a medieval monastery-fortress on the small Ionian island of Strofades.
Father Grigorios passed away on Monday, July 31, 2017, at...
The "miracle snakes" of the Virgin Mary, a centuries-old tradition on the Greek island of Kefalonia, have made their annual appearance once again. This year, according to reports, at least four snakes were sighted.
The snakes are traditionally said to...
September is often considered the best month to visit Mykonos, offering an ideal combination of warm weather, fewer tourists, and vibrant local culture. As the summer crowds thin out, the island’s true charm shines through, allowing for a more...
Choosing famous people with roots in Crete is no easy task. The Greek island, the largest and most populous in the country, has a rich history that has produced some of the most influential figures in Greek history and...
