Greece
Ancient Greece
How the Mines of Laurion Changed Ancient Athens and the World
Just 50 kilometers south of Athens, between Thoricus and Cape Sounion, lies the mines of Laurion. Silver, copper, lead have been mined there.
Greece
The Serene Charm of Sikinos
There are many islands in the Cyclades, all of the them with beautiful, sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, but each has its own unique characteristics. In Sikinos, it is its serene charm that wins over visitors.
Sikinos (ancient Oinoe...
Greece
A Brief History of Elections in Greece
The history of elections in modern Greece began in 1833, with the first King of Greece, Otto of Bavaria, introducing the paper ballot. The occasion was the municipal elections for the Argolis-Corinth prefecture in July of 1834.
The concept of...
Greek church
Greeks Worldwide Celebrate Saints Constantine and Helen
May 21 is a festive day as the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Constantine, the founder of Constantinople, and his mother Helen.
Greek News
How the Battle of Crete Changed the Course of World War II
The Battle of Crete will remain forever in military history as the scene of the largest German airborne operation of World War II
Greece
Paros Unplugged: Top Highlights of the Greek Getaway Island
Located in the cluster of the Cycladic islands, Paros possesses everything you would fancy when dreaming of a Greek island vacation: unique beaches with azure waters, fish tavernas, whitewashed houses, and traditional Cycladic churches.
Here is a list of the...
Culture
20 Fascinating Facts about Greece
Everyone knows that Greece is the cradle of Western Civilization, however, there are some facts that very few people are aware of.
Greek News
Mother’s Day: Timeless Photo of Greek Mother Saying Goodbye to Son
The photo of the emotional Greek mother giving one last farewell to her son is the essence of what is celebrated on Mother's Day.
Food
Tavuk Gogsu, Kazandibi and its Roman-Byzantine Origins
Tavuk gogsu literally means chicken breast in Turkish. This dessert, which very few people know about and even fewer know how to prepare, is the ancestor of the much more famous Kazandibi.
A thick cream made from chicken, milk and...
Greek News
Patmos: The Greek Island of John’s Revelation
Patmos island in the Aegean Sea is the location apostle John received the visions found in the Book of Revelation of the New Testament