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Female Refugee on Euboea Tests Positive for Coronavirus After Giving Birth in Athens
A woman living in the refugee facility of Ritsona on the island of Euboea (Evia) has tested positive for the coronavirus after going to an Athens hospital to give birth two days earlier.
The information was made public by Greece's...
Archaeology
Swiss Archaelogists Discover Ancient Temple of Artemis on Euboea
Swiss archaeologists have discovered an ancient temple of Artemis at the foot of Paleoekklisies hill, near the fishing town of Amarynthos, on the Greek island of Euboea.
According to Swissinfo.ch website, researchers have been looking for the sanctuary for more than a...
Archaeology
The Amazing History Behind Euboea's Twin Towers in Greece [video]
The "Twin Towers" in Mitikas, Euboea are built according to 11th century building standards of Western Europe. The towers are 18 meters tall and have a square width, one of 6.10 meters and the other of 7.5 meters. Both...
Greece
Revitalize Yourself in Greece’s Hottest Spa Resort in Edipsos on Euboea Island
One of the world's top destinations to rejuvenate your body and spirit is Thermae Sylla Spa Resort located in Edipsos, the town known for its natural hot springs on the Greek island of Euboea. Uber-comfortable beds, spacious rooms, balconies overlooking...
Greece
Euboea; Quick Tour of The Second Largest Island in Greece
Euboea, the second largest island in Greece, with its high altitude alpine forests in the north and dominating mountains in the south, is one of the most popular destinations in the country. Located off the eastern coast of central Greece, has everything one needs...
Environment
Pink Flamingo Choreography Over Euboea
A series of beautiful photographs have been circulating the media over the last few hours. A group of flamingos with their characteristic pink plumage enjoyed the open sea in Euboea, Greece, before continuing their long migration journey to the South....
Environment
Earthquake Hit Greek Island of Euboea and Athens
According to European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre, a strong earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8 on the Richter scale, with a focal depth of 10 km, hit at 20.00 p.m. in the island of Euboea. The earthquake occurred in the area Taxiarches,...
Environment
Two Big Fires Broke Out in Euboea
Two big fires broke out in forest land with pine trees in Ritsona and Psachna, both located in Euboea, Greece.
The firefighters are struggling with the flames to extinguish both fires.
Residential areas in both cases have not been threatened.
The first...
Greece
The Most Handsome Revolutionary of the Greek War of Independence
The Greek War of Independence, a crucial moment in the history of modern Greece, was marked by the heroism of many, but one figure stood out not only for his bravery but also for his striking appearance: Ilias Mavromichalis.
Ilias...
Ancient Greece
Greek Art in All Its Stunning Glory: The Jockey of Artemision
The Jockey of Artemision, a large Greek bronze sculpture of a young boy riding a horse, is a magnificent surviving statue from Ancient Greece and a rare example of a racehorse in Greek sculpture.
It was discovered in the fall...
Greece
Othonoi Island: The Beautiful Westernmost Point of Greece
At the junction of two seas, the Ionian and the Adriatic, there is a beautiful island that is known as the westernmost point of Greece. It was also famous for being Calypso's island in Greek mythology. Located northwest of...
Festivals
Greece’s Rovies Food Festival Guests Captivated by Sustainable Cuisine
Dozens of local and international visitors traveled to northern Evia, central Greece, to attend the first Rovies Food Festival.
Greece
Lichadonisia: Experience the Mythical and Exotic Greek Islets
There is history and mythology abounding throughout Greece, and the exotic Greek islands of Lichadonisia are no exception.
The enticing, magical tales of the creation of this island complex located northeast of Evia, in the North Evia Gulf, only adds...
Greece
From Thermia to Kythnos: The Evolution of a Greek Island
The island of Kythnos in Greece, which has evolved immensely in the past few years, is also called Thermia (or Thermiá), at least since the 12th century when it was referred to as the "Bishopric of Kea and Thermia"....
Greece
Yoga in Greece: The Perfect Idea for Your Summer Break
Greece has one more reason to become your next summer destination, and that's none other than yoga.
The country is emerging as an excellent choice for yoga aficionados from all around the world.
From the magical coastlines and the traditional picturesque...