Themistocles: The Fall of a Great Ancient Greek General and Statesman
Themistocles will always be lauded as the great general who literally pushed the Persians out of Ancient Greece with his admirable strategy in the Battle of Salamis
Why Do We Ignore the Ancient Treasures Atop Greek Mountains?
In ancient times, the mountains of Greece held the shrines and ritual sites of the Greek gods. These days, they’re astonishingly unloved and neglected. By...
Myson of Chenae: A Forgotten Sage of Ancient Greece
Myson of Chenae remains one of the lesser-known figures in Greek philosophical and moral traditions but holds a unique place in history due to...
What Was Daily Life Like in Ancient Greece?
Greek civilization has existed for over 3,000 to 4,000 years and continues to this day. It thrived between 800 BCE and 146 BCE, shaping...
What Was the Origin of the Minoans According to the Bible?
The origin of the Minoans is something that the Bible has a surprising amount to say about. Although it does not go into extensive...
Greek-Owned Tanker Struck in Black Sea; Crew Unharmed
A Greek oil tanker carrying 24 crew members, including 10 Greek nationals, was struck by a suspected drone or small missile off the Russian...
Babylonian Bridal Auction: One of the Earliest Marriage Markets in History
The Babylonian bridal auction, described by Greek historian Herodotus in the 5th century BC, is considered one of the earliest—if not the earliest—recorded auction...
Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis Postpones Australia Visit Amid Middle East Crisis
Prime Minister of Greece Kyriakos Mitsotakis has postponed his planned official trip to Australia due to the escalating geopolitical crisis in the Middle East,...
Celebrating Ancient Greek Math on Pi Day
Math fanatics worldwide and everyone else who just loves pi (or pie) celebrate Pi Day on March 14. Pi was named for the ancient...
Why Greece’s Monasteries Were Built on Impenetrable Cliffs
Greece’s monasteries are so deeply rooted in history that they practically seem to haunt the landscape itself. When you set out to visit one of...
Why Was the Holy Roman Empire Called Roman When it Was Germanic?
The Holy Roman Empire, despite the name, was primarily Germanic, but why was it called Roman if it had nothing to do with the...
Mr. Avgolemonos: The Unique Athenian and His Bukowski-like Philosophies
Mr. Avgolemonos is one of the best known cult figures in Greece, whose fame as a social commentator has spanned for more than three decades.
Five Breathtaking Greek Island Monasteries Built on Cliffs
In older times, Greek monks were trying to build monasteries in places that were hidden or difficult to access in order to protect them from bandits, invaders, and conquerors.
A School to Save Greece’s Dying Fishing Industry
Greece now has its first fishing school! Lefteris Arapakis is a bright young man on a mission to revive the fishing industry in Greece,...
The Byzantine Empire as a Bridge Between Antiquity and Modern Europe
The Byzantine Empire is not always recognised as the crucial link that connected the classical world with modern Europe. However, this is an element that...
The Greek Immigrant Who Built a Confectionery Empire in Argentina
Greek immigrant Michalis Georgalos made life in Argentina sweeter with his confections, building an empire that still exists today
The Globetrotting Greek Family Sharing Their Travels on YouTube
A four-member Greek family are a YouTube sensation through their often funny, and even more often unlikely adventures as they tour the globe.
Kaimaktsalan: Greece’s Iconic Winter Village Blends Tradition With Ski Adventure
Palaios Agios Athanasios or Tsegani is a traditional village at the foot of Mount Vorras or Kaimaktsalan, on the Piperitsa summit, next to Lake Vegoritida in Western Macedonia.
Five Natural Pools on the Greek Islands to Discover This Summer
For those heading to the Mediterranean this summer, there can be no better way to enjoy the glimmering azure waters than with a plunge...
From Portugal to Singapore: World’s Longest Train Journey
The world's longest train journey takes about 21 days. During the journey, the train travels from Portugal to Singapore, crossing 13 countries and navigating...
Athens Named Top Cultural Destination in the World for 2024
Athens has been named the "World's Leading Cultural City Destination" for 2024 at this year's prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA). The Greek capital triumphed over...
Ten Lesser-Known Greek Villages and Towns That Will Blow Your Mind
Justly renowned for its seaside resorts and its endless beaches, Greece also hides some places which are either completely unknown or little known to...
The Secret Minoan Fire Technique That Turned Blue Stone Red
A secret Minoan fire technique may explain how Bronze Age artisans on Crete transformed blue-green stone vases into red ones, according to new research...
New Technology Reveals Hidden Secrets of 3,500-Year-Old Bronze Age Aegean Scripts
A new study says digital imaging is helping researchers uncover hidden secrets in ancient Aegean scripts by showing details that the human eye can...
Ancient DNA Study Links Bronze Age Aegean People to Modern Greeks
Ancient DNA is helping scientists understand the origins of Bronze Age populations in the Aegean and how they are connected to modern Greeks. A genetic...
What Did the Minoans Eat? Food, Ritual, and Daily Life in Ancient Crete
A new study from the ancient town of Mochlos is offering a sharper look at what the Minoans ate and how food shaped daily...
Archaeologists Rediscover the Ancient City of Alexandria on the Tigris
After centuries lost beneath layers of sand, war, and shifting rivers, an ancient city once central to East-West trade has resurfaced. A team of...
Ancient Greek Physicians and the Origins of Baldness Treatments
From Hippocrates to Galen, ancient Greek physicians viewed baldness not as a matter of vanity but actively studied it as a medical condition. They...
Tsoureki Rolls Recipe
Tsoureki Rolls, the raisins and cinammon filled Greek sweet bread rolls are usually prepared in Greece for Easter, but are great throughout the year....
Humus Ntakos: Recipe
An original recipe for authentic Cretan ntakos with homemade humus
Special Greek Fricassee Recipe for Easter
In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...
Gyros Street Tacos: Delicious Greek Mexican Fusion
When the most popular street foods of two of the world's most celebrated cuisines meet, the result is Churrasco-Style Gyros Street Tacos.
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