Tinos
Ancient Greece
The Island of Mykonos Throughout the Millennia
Mykonos is undoubtedly one of the most famous Greek islands. Known for its lively parties and beautiful beaches, the island also has an incredibly fascinating ancient history.
Somewhat surprisingly, the party paradise was also an international hub in ancient times...
Art
The Ancient Art of Marble Sculpture Lives on at Greece’s Tinos
When one thinks of white, marble art and clear, cerulean waters of Tinos island, Greece comes to mind. The two are synonymous.
Greece
The Top Destinations for Greek Easter
With Greek Orthodox Easter fast approaching, Greeks and tourists alike are planning to rush out of urban centers in order to enjoy the unique holiday customs found in destinations across the country.
While there are some shared Easter traditions throughout...
Culture
Tinos: This Unique Greek Island Will Enchant You
The Greek island of Tinos is steeped in history and beauty and laced with sacred religious and historic sites, and history and art museums.
Another charm of the island is that it is dotted with charming authentic Greek villages --...
Culture
Agia Pelagia: The Vision Leading to the Panagia Celebration on Tinos
The Virgin Mary takes center stage in Tinos on August 15 annually, thanks to a humble nun who received a vision, whom we know as Agia Pelagia, or St. Pelagia, today, on the great feast of the Panagia, or...
Economy
Water Shortages On Greek Islands Plaguing Summer Season
Greek island water shortages and stoppages are plaguing the nation this summer. Promoted for its beautiful seawater surrounding all the Greek isles and its entire coastline, many islands are suffering from a lack of quantity -- and quality of tap...
Greece
Spectacular Modern Greek House Nominated for EU Award
The "Lap Pool House," a modern house built on a slope of the Cycladic island of Tinos, is nominated for an EU award for Architecture.
Economy
Five Greek Islands Considered At Risk Due to Wind Farm Construction
The organization Europa Nostra announced on Thursday that they have symbolically placed five Greek islands on their list of endangered cultural heritage sites because of what they consider the risk of their landscapes being destroyed by the construction of...
Greece
UK Says Travelers Returning from Zakynthos, Lesvos and Santorini Need Not Isolate
In a surprise move, the government of the United Kingdom on Thursday removed the stipulation that UK travelers must self-isolate after returning from the Greek islands of Zakynthos, Serifos, Lesvos, Tinos and Santorini as of 4 AM on Saturday,...
Greece
Irresponsible Ten Percent Threaten to Undermine Greek Coronavirus Success
Despite the travel restrictions imposed by Greek authorities to contain the spread of the coronavirus, many city dwellers have still somehow managed to travel to the Aegean islands to celebrate Easter.
Speaking to Greek Reporter on Friday, Jonathan Wickens, a...