New findings came to light following research conducted on the remains of the British ship "Mentor," that sunk off of Kythera island in 1802 while transporting antiquities from Acropolis and the Parthenon.
The underwater search on the "Mentor," the ship...
On September 24, 40 days after the Dormition of Virgin Mary, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates Panagia Myrtidiotissa, the holy icon of Our Lady on Kythera that, according to legend, has miraculous properties.
Panagia Myrtidiotissa means Our Lady of the...
Chess pawns, combs and a toothbrush are some of the new findings brought to light by the underwater excavation of the wreck of the ship "Mentor" that sank off the island of Kythira in 1802.
The excavation that continues for...
Sixty-eight migrants were found on Saturday on a rocky shore of one of the Dragonares islets, south of the Diakofti port of Kythera island, according to the Hellenic Coast Guard.
An empty 15-meter long barge was found sunken near the Dragonares...
The Archeological Museum of Kythera will open its doors on May 7, revealing its complete renovation and contemporary exhibition after a long period of nine years. The opening of the museum will be hosted by the Minister of Culture...
Greece is a country full of surprises and secret delights around every corner. Each Greek island has its own unique beauty, with small picturesque towns, beaches with golden sand and crystal clear waters. Here are some secrets that you...
Greek-Australian director George Miller explained the reasons why Mel Gibson did not star in the anticipated Mad Max remake.
Three decades ago, Miller helped Gibson start his career by giving him the leading role in Mad Max.
Although Miller was "heartbroken" over Gibson's scandals...
"First Mariners" may not be the first navigators but they are a quite adventurous group determined to recreate man's first sailing trips by raft.
They built a raft out of reeds and they will sail from the island of Kythera to Crete in...
A fire broke out in the region of Agia Elesa on the island of Kythera and is burning hollies and shrubs.
The fire expanded quickly because of the winds, and the three Canadair jets which were called to help extinguish...
Dr Mitchell Notaras was born on 26th March in 1933 to Greek immigrant parents Antonius Notaras and Ianhe Megalokonomos, in Grafton, Australia.
He completed his secondary education at Newington College, Sydney and then he entered Sydney University Medical School at...
