Thasos

Thassos Archaeological Museum: A Journey Through a Marble Island’s Past

Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Thassos, the island's archaeological museum stands as a beacon of history, a neoclassical building with a simple yet sturdy elegance. Founded in 1935, this is the oldest museum in the...

An Emperor Reborn: The Dramatic Rediscovery of Thasos’ Colossal Hadrian

The discovery of the statue of Roman Emperor Hadrian on the Greek island of Thasos in 1963 is a celebrated moment in Aegean archaeology. Decades later, a dramatic archival photograph of the excavation frequently captures the imagination of history...

Ancient Skulls Found in Greece Reveal Evidence of Advanced Surgical Procedures

When anthropologists first uncovered an ancient skull in the Paliokastro area of Thasos, Greece, they were astounded to find that research later confirmed evidence of advanced surgical procedures. The skull, which dates from the early Byzantine period -- the fourth...

Ancient Theater of Thassos, Greece Restored With Shiny White Marble

After eleven years, the ancient theater of Thassos, one of the oldest in Greece, reopens to the public in mid-May, following the completion of extensive restoration work. The theater has been restored to the phase it was in during Roman...

Dramatic Waterspouts Appear Off Greek Coast After Tuesday's Severe Storms

After unexpected rain storms slammed into the country early Tuesday morning, sharp-eyed weatherspotters were able to capture waterspouts which formed near the island of Thasos and the northern Greek region of Chalkidiki. https://www.facebook.com/meteology/videos/2036007903196138 The impressive weather phenomena are simply columns of wind...

Volkswagen Mulls Major Electro-Mobility Investment on Thassos Island

Costas Fragogiannis, Greece's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, who is also responsible for the country's economic diplomacy, visited the northern Greek island of Thassos on Wednesday along with a large delegation from the German automaker Volkswagen. The two groups traveled...

Extensive Rainfall Causes Widespread Damage on Thasos Island

The Greek island of Thasos in the North Aegean Sea has been suffering from extensive damage since Friday, due to the enormous amount of rainwater that has fallen there in a short period of time. A total of six areas...

Giola, Thasos Amongst Business Insider's List with 18 Incredible European Destinations

Business Insider has put together a list with the top 18 European destinations that tourists have not yet discovered, therefore making them enjoyable without hordes of travelers. The list includes destinations from islands and beaches to villages and attractions from...

22-Year-Old Frenchman Crossing Europe on Foot Arrived in Greece

FOR X-MAS DAY A 22-year old French man named Roman is travelling towards eastern Europe on foot. He started his journey from Lyon, his hometown and a few days ago he arrived in Thessaloniki Greece. He travels light, carrying a...

Chalkidiki Tops Most Searched August 15 Destinations for Greeks

August 15 in Greece celebrates the Virgin Mary and is accompanied by festivities and traditional rituals across the country. This, along with the fact that the day has been declared a holiday, have made it one of the most popular travel...