When Athens Revolted Against Macedon’s Hegemony in Greece
Alexander the Great died unexpectedly in 323 BC, suddenly leaving his vast empire without a leader. Sensing a chance to break free of the...
Archaeologists Uncover “Unprecedented” Ancient Monument in France
An ancient monument dsicovered in Eastern France has caused curiosity with not just one but three connected ancient circular structures.
The French National Institute for...
Will Natural Diamonds Cease to Be Sold in the Near future?
The price of natural diamonds has fallen by 26 percent in the past couple of years with decreasing US and Chinese demand for diamond...
Far-Right Spartiates Party Banned From European Elections in Greece
Greece's Supreme Court has published the final list of parties that will compete in June's European elections with the roster excluding the far-right party...
Sumerian Civilization and Its Extraordinary Advances
Sumerian civilization appears to have been established in southern Mesopotamia around 4000 BC, while some historians place it as far back as 5000 BC.
Established...
The Questions Ancient Greeks Asked the Oracle of Dodona
The ancient Greek sanctuary and theater of Dodona, home to the oldest oracle, and located in Epirus, northwestern Greece, are part of a uniquely...
Greek Ultra-Right MP Arrested After Assault in Parliament
An MP elected with the ultra-right Spartiates Party (Spartans) was arrested on Wednesday after he assaulted a colleague from the populist Elliniki Lysi (Greek...
Divers Can Now Explore Four Ancient Shipwrecks in Greece
Four stunning ancient shipwrecks off central Greece can now be explored by amateur divers, the Ministry of Culture announced recently.
The shipwrecks at the sites...
US Congress Approves $95 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine and Israel
The US Congress has approved a $95bn (£76bn) foreign aid package that includes military support for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.
The Senate on Tuesday evening...
Craco: The Greek Ghost Town in Italy’s Magna Graecia
Craco, a ghost town in Italy, located in the province of Matera about twenty-five miles inland from the Gulf of Taranto, was once inhabited...
Secrets to Hosting the Best Thanksgiving Ever
Some secrets which will allow you and your family to have the best Thanksgiving ever will help even seasoned cooks -- like many Greek-Americans...
The Greatest Byzantine Greek Scholars of the Renaissance
Between the 14th and 15th centuries, a wave of Greek scholars left their beleaguered homeland in the Byzantine Empire for the Italian Peninsula, where...
First Modern Olympics Held in Greece in April of 1896
On April 6, 1896, the first modern Olympics were held in Athens, Greece at the Panathenaic Stadium, featuring athletes from 14 countries.
Meet the Woman Who Builds Bridges Between Greece and Catalonia
By Ola Goroveci
Nafsika Tomara, a Greek woman originally from Athens, has been living in Barcelona, Spain for the last twenty years. Approximately five years...
Ancient Skulls Found in Greece Show Signs of Complex Surgery
An ancient skull that was discovered recently by anthropologists in the Paliokastro area of the island of Thasos, Greece shows signs of complicated surgery.
The...
A Piano Concert Among Greece’s Blooming Peach Trees
Manos Milonakis has drawn inspiration for his piano compositions from the blooming peach trees in northern Greece, for the past two years.
The Most Beautiful Beaches in Cyprus
The island of Cyprus has long been known for the exquisite beaches which line the country's shores.
Foneas: The Greek Beach Too Beautiful for Its Name
One of the most beautiful beaches in Messinia in the Peloponnese carries one of the least attractive names you could possibly imagine. But once...
The Awe-Inspiring Natural Landscape of Greece’s Zagori
Zagori is an awe-inspiring natural landscape with an incredibly well-preserved network of 46 villages and features national parks, rivers and waterfalls.
Prasonisi, Rhodes: Greek Island in Winter, Peninsula in Summer
Prasonisi in Rhodes, the biggest Greek island of the Dodecanese, is a stunning beach that surprises visitors depending on when they visit. It transforms...
From Thermia to Kythnos: The Evolution of a Greek Island
The island of Kythnos in Greece, which has evolved immensely in the past few years, is also called Thermia (or Thermiá), at least since...
A Guide to Irresistible Peloponnese, Greece
The Peloponnese is a picturesque region in southern Greece. Steeped in history, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty, it is the ideal destination for an...
Royal Navy Names Submarine After Greek King Agamemnon
The Royal Navy's latest Astute Class submarine built by BAE Systems, due to be launched later this year, has been officially named Agamemnon, after...
Ancient Greeks Invented World’s First Telecommunications Device
The hydraulic telegraph, invented by the ancient Greeks, had the capacity to send long-distance messages as early as the fourth century BC.
The ingenious apparatus...
Ancient Greek Theater of Dodona Being Restored to Former Glory
The ancient Greek sanctuary and theater of Dodona located in Epirus, northwestern Greece, are part of a uniquely historic site in the country, home to...
Greeks of Cappadocia Left Indelible Mark on History
The Greeks of Cappadocia, in central-eastern Anatolia, created their own flourishing culture in ancient times that thrived for millennia.
The Oldest Shipwreck Ever Discovered Is at Dokos Island, Greece
The 4,200-year-old shipwreck off the tiny island of Dokos near Greece's Hydra is believed to be the oldest shipwreck ever discovered.
The wreck, located about...
Dune’s House of Atreides is Named in Honor of an Ancient Greek King
Dune: Part Two, like the first installment is making a big impact in the world of cinema. According to figures released this month, the...
Kalitsounia: Sweet Cretan Pastries Recipe
Kalitsounia is an amazing cheese-filled sweet pastry traditionally made on the Greek island of Crete. Here's our authentic recipe:
For the filling:
• SWEET MIZITHRA OR...
Chaniotiko Boureki: Cretan Veggie Pie recipe
Boureki is a delicious Cretan veggie pie and here is our traditional recipe on how to make it
Ingredients
POTATOES 35oz / 1kg
ZUCCHINI 35oz / 1...
Special Greek Fricassee Recipe for Easter Holidays
In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...