Greece
Greece
Hunting for Truffles in Greece
Hunting for truffles in Greece has been a trend for over 15 years now, as more and more Greeks seek the delicious underground mushroom
Environment
Truffle Hunting Begins in the Forests of Meteora
The first fortnight of March in Greece features the annual hunt for truffles in Thessaly's region of Meteora. In an area already full of amazingly beautiful landscapes, monasteries and forests, truffles are a small yet exquisite quarry that gourmands...
Greece
Experience Truffle Hunting in the Enchanting Forests of Kalampaka, Meteora!
There are many things to do in Meteora that might surprise you -- including truffle hunting.
That's right, the serene and spiritual monasteries, perched high up on rock formations, towers over the magical and beautiful forests below which hold the...
Greece
At Least 3 Million Greeks Go Treasure Hunting
At least 3 million Greeks go treasure hunting, while many of them are also gold prospectors.
Naoussa in northern Greece is the "Mecca of gold prospectors." It is also the city where the first European Convention of Gold Prospectors took place, attracting...
Economy
Inspectors Hunting Uninsured Workers
With Greece's pension fund broke, partly because of unpaid obligations from businesses, more than 1,000 inspectors are scouring the country searching for uninsured workers and the bosses employing them.
Labor Minister Yiannis Vroutsis warned employers with uninsured workers that they...
Greece
Greek-Australian Hunting Ali Pasha's Treasure
A Greek-Australian treasure hunter, Vangelis Dimas, is financing an excavation to locate the hoard of Ali Pasha, a murderous ruler of the Ottoman Occupation known for his atrocities. The diggings are near the village of Vassiliki, 352 kilometers (218...
Food
Grevena, the Mushroom Capital of Greece
For decades, a unique form of 'hunt' has been taking place on the slopes surrounding[...]
Diaspora
People of Greek Origin Who Governed Other Countries
People of Greek origin are found everywhere, either in life or in pages of history books. Greek Civilization is the foundation of Western Culture and the names of prominent Greeks still shine through the ages
Diplomacy
Greece and India Become Strategic Partners
India and Greece have now become “strategic partners,” announced Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Greece H.E. Kyriakos Mitsotakis. But what are the reasons for the friendship and strategic synergy between India and Greece?
According...
Greece
Discover the Hidden Beauty of Leros Island
Located between Patmos and Kalymnos, Leros is a stunning island in the Dodecanese. The island is isolated and well worth discovering.
Ancient Greece
When Greek Hero Achilles Fell in Love with an Amazon
The famed ancient Greek hero Achilles was known as a fierce warrior, but the deeply emotional story of his love for the Amazon Queen Penthesilea is less well known.
According to Greek mythology, Penthesilea was a strong and brave Amazonian...
Ancient Greece
Six Ancient Greek Aphrodisiacs Available Everywhere Today
Ancient Greeks were big believers in aphrodisiacs and ancient love potions and used a variety of fruits, herbs, and other foods in their concoctions. The word "aphrodisiac" itself comes from the ancient Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite.
Those looking to...
Greece
Epirus Riviera: Crystal Clear Waters and Secret Coves of the Ionian Sea
The coasts of the Greek mainland hide a multitude of mesmerizing locations promising unforgettable moments to fortunate travelers. The Epirus Riviera in the northwestern corner of Greece just opposite Corfu is undoubtedly one of these magnificent places, with amazing...
Greece
The Vampire Who Haunted Mykonos Island
Mykonos, Greece's most famous island, is well-known for its luxurious amenities, party atmosphere, and the Hollywood celebrities who visit the island each year. However, little is known about the vampire who haunted the island.
According to Greek folklore, there was...
Greece
April 27, 1941: The Day When German Troops Stormed Athens
It was on Sunday, April 27, 1941, when German troops entered Athens. The capital's residents remained stubbornly locked up in their homes.
The hoisting of the Nazi swastika flag on the Acropolis marked the beginning of the German Occupation. Soon,...