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“Chania: A Journey Through the Countryside” Wins Awards
There are many ways to advertise the beauty and culture of Greece. We just need a bit of patience and imagination! Proof of that is the video “Chania: A Journey through the Countryside,” that recently won three awards at...
Economy
Poor Greeks Flock to the Countryside to Become Farmers
Many newly poor people in Greece are turning to agriculture and Greek nature in search of a better life. More prospects and more hope can be found in farmland activities than in the city, where people are losing their...
Greece
Unique Stone Bridges Bring Character to Greek Countryside
The stone bridges found throughout the Greek countryside[...]
Greece
Greek Countryside Stone Bridges Remain an Asset
The stone bridges found throughout the Greek countryside are[...]
Ancient Greece
Greece’s Beautiful Mount Ziria, Birthplace of God Hermes
According to the legend, the Pleiad known as Maia gave birth to Zeus' son Hermes in a cave near the lake Dasios on Mount Ziria near the village of Trikala.
Also known as Mount Kyllini or Mount Cyllene, this mountain...
Culture
Engagement Customs in Greece
Engagement customs in Greece, someone's first declaration of intention to get married to his significant other are on the decline.
Still, in many places, especially in the countryside, the overall engagement procedure is almost as important as the ensuing wedding...
Ancient Greece
The First Beauty Pageant Is Found in Greek Mythology
While beauty contests such as Miss Universe and Miss America may seem like thoroughly modern inventions, their roots can actually be found in ancient Greek mythology with the judgement of Paris.
The Judgement of Paris, which was likely the world's...
Art
10 Priceless Masterpieces in the National Gallery of Greece
The most long awaited re-opening is that of Greece's National Gallery, which houses countless masterpieces of Greek art.
Greece
Lefkada Island in the Ionian Sea: A Touch of the Caribbean in Greece
Located in the Ionian sea, Lefkada is a stunning island, even by Greek standards. It connects to the mainland by a small bridge and is easily accessed by car.
With hospitable locals and many activities to offer, the island prides...
Greece
Top 7 Christmas Destinations in Greece
Greece has amazing destinations for Christmas. Although it is globally known for its warm, sunny summers, white sand beaches, and crystal-clear waters, the country offers much more.
The surprisingly diverse landscape of Greece provides countless opportunities, all the way from...
Greece
Ten Reasons to Take a Winter Trip to Greece
Winter in Greece can be magical! Although Greece is most often thought of as a summer travel destination, the country is incredibly beautiful during the winter, and very few tourists know of its winter charms.
The weather
Greece enjoys up to...
Greece
Greece’s Most Scenic Train Trips
Greece has some of the most scenic train trips in Europe. Unfortunately today, however, there are few who explore this type of travel. Yet, what they are missing is some of the most fascinating scenery in the country.
The Greek...
Ancient Greece
The Must-See Ancient Greek Site of Amphipolis
The ancient Greek city of Amphipolis, one of Greece's many exceptional archaeological sites, was an Athenian colony founded in 437 BCE on the older Thracian site of Ennea Hodoi (Nine Roads). Situated between the navigable Strymon River and Mount...
Europe
Dassault: The Greek Connection of One of Europe’s Wealthiest Families
Dassault Aviation is the company behind the Rafale aircraft that Greece has acquired to help protect its borders.
Ancient Greece
Twelve Labors of Hercules Exemplify Greek Mythology
The Twelve Labours of Hercules occupy a special place in the pantheon of Greek mythology, exemplifying the ancient beliefs of the Greeks.