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King Otto, the Bavarian Who Longed for His ‘Beloved Greece’
King Otto, the Bavarian prince who ruled as King of Greece from May 27, 1832 until he was deposed on October 23, 1862, was a polarizing figure who tried to bring Greece out of the chaos of revolution into...
Culture
Greek-American Author Seeks to Turn Book On His Beloved Arcadia Into Film
Dr. Nicholas Kokonis’ inner need to address how a man finds his place in the world prompted the Greek-American to write his book entitled "Arcadia, My Arcadia" as well as its sequel, "Out of Arcadia."
Feeling that his native country...
Culture
10 Traditional Greek Christmas Sweets to Fall in Love With
Christmas sweets in Greece can be a tradition throughout the whole country... or just limited to one region only. What they do have in common though, is that they bring us back and remind us of our warm childhood...
Greece
How to Enjoy Greek Holiday Cookies without Feeling Guilty
The merry season is here and it usually arrives with a dose of carols and... calories! When it comes to sweets, guilt is the logical consequence of endless days indulging in pastries, cakes and, of course, the classic Christmas duo...
Greece
Five Greek Villas You'd Love to Live In
When Greek architects have inspiration, unique houses to cities, islands and villages, even in the middle of nowhere turn into a haven of serenity and luxury.
This is what happens when aesthetics align with imagination and the unique Greek landscape…...
Greece
Louder than a Scream; Greek Whisper Viral Film Urges Europeans to Love
"My words are a call for a mutual hug."
This is how the new short film, entitled 'In Case I Don't Die: A Greek Whisper To Europe', concludes. The viral video is asking Europeans to save Greece, save Europe and...
Archaeology
Ancient Love Inscriptions in Astypalea
The concept of love during the ancient Greek times isn’t that different from nowadays. The only change is the way people used to express their feelings. A lovestruck person today may use graffiti to express passion for his beloved,...
Greece
Why Greece Will Always Be My First Love
Greek-American travel blogger Joanna Kalafatis of Goroadtrippin.com explains the deep connection visitors who have been to Greece experience and why the country and its guests have built such a strong bond.
I should give fair warning that this is going to be...
Culture
Saint Hyacinth, the Greek God of Love
Saint Hyacinth, the Greek god of love from Crete, is celebrated every year on July 3, the date he martyred for the love of Christ.
According to the Orthodox Church, Saint Hyacinth was a steward of the Emperor Trajan, who...
Art
Poet I.A. Nikolaidis: "I'm in love with Thessaloniki''
When you look from the office window of I.A. Nikolaidis, you can see the sun setting down across entire Thessaloniki and immediately you realize why this city is the inspiration for his poetry and other writing. And then there...
Greece
The Sexual Profile of Greek Women
According to the results of a large global survey conducted by a well-known condom company, the best gift that a man can give his partner is love.
Another conclusion from the survey is that 35 percent of Greek women do...
Culture
Why Greeks Fly Kites on Clean Monday
Clean Monday — the beginning of Lent among Orthodox Christians — is the day Greeks fly kites (which are symbolic of the Resurrection).
Culture
Leonard Cohen Lives on Forever on Greek Island of Hydra
Influential singer/songwriter Leonard Cohen was continuously inspired by the Greek island of Hydra throughout his long career.
Greece
The Beatles’ Travels in Greece and the Dream to Buy an Island
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More than fifty years ago, the Beatles travelled to Greece with the aim of buying an island.
By Jonathan Knott
In July 1967, the Beatles were ascending new heights of fame and creative capacity. They had recently released the groundbreaking album...
Celebrities
A Look Back at the Aristotle Onassis and Jackie Kennedy Wedding
In October 1968, the wedding of Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis and former First Lady Jacquelyn Bouvier Kennedy took place on the island of Scorpios in the Ionian sea.
It was the opposite of a "fairy tale wedding," and it...