Greece
Greece
Hundreds of Illegal Immigrants Transported off Greek Island of Symi
The transportation of more than 300 refugees and illegal immigrants who arrived from Turkey to the small island of Symi began this week. All the individuals will be moved to already-established migrant camps across Greece.
Following repeated complaints from Symi mayor Eleftherios...
Greece
Migrants Arriving from Turkey Sleep on the Streets on Greece’s Symi
The problem of the increasing migrant flows from Turkey to European shores was recently highlighted by the local authorities of the island of Symi.
Symi is a small, picturesque island in the Dodecanese archipelago, that doesn’t have any facilities to...
Greece
Greek Submarine Surprises Locals and Tourists in Symi (video)
An unexpected surprise awaited locals and tourists in the picturesque island of Symi in Greece’s Dodecanese on Sunday.
A large military submarine emerged from the waters in the old port of the island, providing bystanders with a rare opportunity to...
Greece
Government Declares State of Emergency on Symi Island After Storm
The Greek government declared a state of emergency on the island of Symi on Tuesday, after a sudden downpour swept cars into the sea, damaged homes and cut off electricity and water supplies.
"The first daylight in Symi revealed the...
Greece
Cars Fall into the Sea of Symi Island during Storm "Eurydice"
Cars have fallen into the sea at the port of Symi island, as storm "Eurydice" hit on Monday, causing minor damages due to the floods that followed and leaving the island without power.
The raging torrents swept 10-12 cars into...
Celebrities
UK Princess Beatrice Does a Bit of Plate-Smashing on Symi Island (photos)
Princess Beatrice of York joined in the fun at a fish restaurant, on the Greek island of Symi.
The eldest daughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah, Duchess of York was spotted dancing on the tables and smashing...
Greece
17-Year-Old Migrant Dead After Saturday Noon Shooting In Symi, Greece
A 17-year-old immigrant was found dead after an exchange of fire between port authority officers and traffickers in the southeastern Aegean island of Symi.
An officer and a suspected smuggler were also injured during the incident on Saturday noon.
When the...
Greece
7 Migrants Found Dead in Symi, Greece
Seven illegal migrants were found dead while another nine were rescued by members of the Turkish coast guard, after they were spotted east of the Greek island Symi, near Rhodes, on Monday.
Authorities are currently investigating the area in search...
Greece
Shocking Video from Immigrants Detention Centre in Symi
A video posted on YouTube by the Panhellenic Coast Guards Officers' Federation reveals the inhumane conditions in an immigrants detention center in the island of Symi, south-eastern Aegean Sea, Greece.
The federation with an official announcement stated that the video...
Greece
Judas Curse Will Be Shot On Symi
If you have ever been in the Greek island of Symi in your life, then certainly this memory would bring you back anything but horror. But now it's been chosen as the site for the filming of a new...
Greece
The Greek Sponge Diver Who Became a Statue on Kalymnos
Captain Antonis Kampourakis has been diving into the depths of the Aegean sea, scouring the seafloor for precious sponges, for 50 years.
Greece
Six Traditional, Unspoiled Islands in Greece
Do you want to experience the authentic spirit of Greece and the Greek people? visit some of the charming and less traveled islands.
Greece
10 Breathtaking, Little-known Greek Islands
The Greek islands are well-known for their natural beauty. Some of them are synonymous with summer vacations and are extremely popular tourist destinations worldwide. However, there are some lesser-known islands that can satisfy every visitor while providing serenity, relaxation,...
Greece
Greek Easter Traditions and Customs Across Greece
Greek Easter is full of ancient traditions and customs, followed faithfully throughout the millennia, making the feast a colorful one.
Culture
Fisherman on a Mission to Save the Kaiki, Greece’s Iconic Fishing Boat
In 2007, the European Union announced a new policy to bring a balance between fishing resources and all the related activities surrounding it, including the destruction of Greece's iconic 'kaiki' fishing boats, in an effort to address the depletion...