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Pierce Brosnan Endorses Aaron Taylor-Johnson for James Bond

In the wake of Daniel Craig's last appearance as James Bond, competition to fill the role has been on the rise, and former Bond...

Athens Municipality Plans Monument Honoring Victims of Train Crash

A decision has been made by the Athens Municipal Council to move ahead with the creation of a monument for the victims of the...

Archaeologists in Search of King John’s Lost Treasure

Researchers from the West Norfolk and King’s Lynn Archaeological Society (WNKLAS) are on a hunt to find King John’s missing treasure. King John, born in...

Who Invented Crucifixion?

The form of execution known as crucifixion is most closely associated with Jesus Christ. It was the form of execution by which he was...

Living on a Yacht in Greece: The Magic of Island Hopping

How is it living aboard a yacht in Greece? British expatriates Tony and Tessa Cross have spent years doing it while crisscrossing the Aegean.   By...

Greece’s Meteora and Pindos Designated UNESCO Global Geopark

The Meteora Pyli Geopark was designated part of the UNESCO Global Geoparks network as of Thursday, becoming one of the now 213 Geoparks located...

Ancient Statue of the God Apollo Uncovered at Philippi, Greece

Students at the archaeological site of Philippi, northern Greece uncovered a marble head of a statue believed to belong to God Apollo, the Ministry...

Excavations at Ancient Greek City of Amphipolis Yield New Discoveries

New discoveries have been made by an archaeological excavation in the Kasta Tomb and the Amphipolis archaeological site, which highlight the strategic character of...

On This Day in 1930, Constantinople Was Renamed Istanbul, Both Greek Words

Built as Byzantium around 657 BC and then renamed Constantinople in the 4th century CE after Constantine the Great made the city his capital,...

The Female Gladiators of Ancient Rome

In Ancient Rome, female fighters were known as "Gladiatrix" and were basically the equivalent of Roman male gladiators. However, instead of fighting other men,...

The Story of Greeks in Panama

Panama is home to a significant Greek community whose members have strong ties in the Central American country.

World’s First Dolphin Sanctuary Founded in Greece

The world’s first permanent sanctuary for dolphins who have been rescued from captivity was founded recently.

Maria Pentagiotissa, the First Femme Fatale of Modern Greece

The story of Maria Pentagiotissa contains all the elements of an urban legend, yet she was a real person and some consider her to...

Anniversary of the Battle of Navarino: Major Victory in Greece’s War of Independence

One of the most crucial dates in Greece's War of Independence is October 20, 1827. It was on this date that a coalition of European...

Calabrian Greek, a Language on the Brink of Extinction

There are two minority Greek languages officially recognized in Italy's south. Greko and Griko -- both spoken by the "Calabrian Greeks" -- are both...

Trees that Became Part of the Greek War of Independence Epic

Dozens of centuries-old trees that became part of the rich lore of the Greek War of Independence have been identified by a Greek scientist

Historic Dimitsana, the Pride of the Peloponnese in Greece

Dimitsana is a delightful medieval village, located in Arcadia on the Peloponnese in southern Greece just three hours by car from Athens. The picturesque village...

Haliacmon, Greece’s Stunning Longest River

Nestled in the heart of Greece's rugged landscape lies the Haliacmon River. Known to modern Greeks as ''Aliakmonas'', this river has been the nation’s...

The Sweet History of the Oldest Bougatsa Shop in Chania, Crete

In Chania, the famous Iordanis has been baking fresh Bougatsa - the Greek sweet filo pastry - since 1922.

Santorini Crowned “Most Beautiful Sunset Destination in the World”

The Greek island of Santorini was crowned recently by the travel website Bounce the destination with the most beautiful sunset in the world.

Palatial Villa for Rent in Corfu Boasts Island’s Aristocratic Past

Villa 1870 is a truly unique rental on Corfu, Greece encompassing the island's aristocratic past combined with all the modern facilities required for the...

Samothrace: A Little Known Island Paradise in Greece

Samothrace is a little-known Greek island which boasts many breathtaking waterfalls and is surrounded by crystal clear waters.

The Ferocious Wars of Alexander the Great’s Successors After His Death

The Wars of the Diadochi, or the Wars of Alexander's Successors, were a series of conflicts that erupted among the generals of Alexander the...

What a Clinic Looked Like in Ancient Greece

The first realistic depiction of an outpatient clinic in ancient Greece is on a drawing on a small vase created in Athens around 470...

Hypatia: The Female Greek Philosopher Killed for Her Beliefs

Hypatia, one of the greatest philosophers of Alexandria, was admired for her groundbreaking ideas but was brutally murdered for them by Christian fanatics in...

League of Corinth: The First Time All Greeks United

The League of Corinth was an initiative of King Philip II of Macedon to unite all Greek city-states against the Persian Achaemenid Empire

Ancient Greek Statue of Woman Using “Laptop” Sparks Conspiracy Theories

A recurring conspiracy theory which has gone viral claims that an ancient Greek statue supposedly depicting a woman "using a laptop" is "proof" of...

When Exactly Is Atlantis Believed to Have Existed?

Plato's story of Atlantis is famously set a very long time ago in the past. The figure "9000 years before Solon" is thrown around...

Greek Rice Pudding

Here's a traditional recipe on how to make Greek Rice pudding aka rizogalo.

Recipe for Kourabiedes, Greece’s Christmas Shortbread Cookies

Kourabiedes are some of the most famous Greek Christmas cookies. They are a kind of shortbread cookie. Perfectly sweet and satisfying, they are filled...

Recipe: Galaktoboureko, the Most Beloved Greek Dessert

Here's a traditional recipe for the Greek dessert galaktoboureko, aka Greek milk, or custard, pie. Greece is known around the world for its delicious cuisine,...

Greek Octopus Recipe for a Delicious ‘Sarakosti’

If you happen to travel to Greece during the period leading up to Easter, you will see menus and food posters that are slightly...