Helen of Troy Fresco Shows Pompeii’s Love for Ancient Greek Stories
The newly uncovered fresco of Helen of Troy and several other impressive artworks depicting scenes from Greek mythology in Pompeii shows that the city's...
Lord Byron: The Romantic Poet Who Died for Greece
Lord Byron is one of the first and best-known philhellenes who actively participated in Greece’s War of Independence.
Olympiacos Wins Shoot-Out in Istanbul to Advance to European Semis
Olympiacos won the penalty shoot-out against Turkish side Fenerbache to book a place in the semi-finals of a UEFA competition for the first time...
Ancient Egyptian Pyramids and the Speed of Light Mystery
Some mysteries are likely never to be solved, indeed some are not meant to be. One of the most 'popular' mysteries known to us...
Ukraine PM Warns of World War Three if Russia Wins
Ukraine's Prime Minister has warned of a third world war if Ukraine is defeated by Russia, as he urged the US Congress to pass...
Countries Predicted to Win Most Medals at the Paris Olympics
With the 2024 Paris Olympics set to commence in just a few months time. sports analysts and experts are already offering their predictions for...
Elon Musk May Start Charging New Users of X
Elon Musk has said in a post on X that he is considering implementing a "small fee" for new users if they want to...
Athens Declared ‘Best Smelling’ City in Europe
People living in Athens may disagree, but a recent study analyzing 30 major cities in Europe and beyond, has found that the Greek capital...
Greek Student Maps The Palace of Knossos With 3D Lasers
A Greek student from Crete who studies at the University of Sunderland in England has mapped the Palace of Knossos utilizing 3D laser scanning...
The Mystery of the Ancient Greek Statues Found in Italy
The mystery over the Riace Bronzes, two magnificent ancient Greek statues, remains, more than half a century after the day they were recovered off...
Syros: The Lady of the Aegean Islands
Most tourists flock to famous Aegean islands like Mykonos, Paros, and Santorini, but overlook some truly spectacular destinations like Syros. This island contains the...
Recipe: Galaktoboureko, the Most Beloved Greek Dessert
Here's a traditional recipe for the Greek dessert galaktoboureko, aka Greek milk, or custard, pie.
Greece is known around the world for its delicious cuisine,...
Apeiranthos: The Unique Mountain Village of Naxos, Greece
Apeiranthos is a beautiful mountain village of Naxos, the Cycladic island of Greece, seemingly untouched by time.
Lake Plastiras: Greece’s Idyllic Man-Made Lake that Looks Like Switzerland
Lake Plastiras, located in central Greece, is known as "Little Switzerland" for its idyllic landscape that resembles the Swiss Alps. The stunning blue lake...
Did Three Wise Men Really Visit Jesus in the Barn?
One of the most famous parts of the Nativity story—that is, the account of Jesus' birth—is that three wise men, also known as the...
Liberty Ships: The “Ugly Ducklings” that Transformed Greek Shipping
Liberty Ships, first built during World War II, transformed the Greek shipping industry.
By Lia Mageira
“Your safety altogether depends upon the sea.”
Xenophon, 4th century BC,...
Windmills of Mykonos: The History of a Landmark
In Mykonos, the wind blows all year-long. This is the reason why its windmills have become the island's iconic landmark.
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...
Amazing Places in Greece That You Won’t Believe Are Real
Greece, a land of gods and nymphs, has a number of exquisitely beautiful places that appear to have come out of a fairy tale,...
Mani, Greece: A Destination of Unique Beauty and Rich History
The Mani peninsula in the Peloponnese has a unique, stark landscape and its rich history and traditions make it a stunning destination.
How To Stay On The Cheap in Majestic Santorini
Santorini is notoriously expensive, but it doesn't have to be! We have gathered the best ways to find cheap hotels in Santorini for your stay.
The Best Tips for an Unforgettable Family Vacation on Crete
Crete is the largest island in Greece, and its coastline of 1,046 km or 650 miles is full of some of the most beautiful...
The History of the Ancient Greek City of Thebes
The ancient Greek city of Thebes played a central role in the long pageant of Greek history; appearing in many of the age-old legends...
The Troubled German Poet Who Truly Worshipped Greece
Friedrich Hölderlin was an important German Romantic lyric poet whose great work managed to bridge the Classical and Romantic traditions in literature and poetry...
Stoicism: The Greatest Quotes of Ancient Greek Philosophers
Stoicism was one of the philosophical movements of the Hellenistic period, founded by Zeno of Citium in Athens in the early 3rd century BC
The Moment Ancient Greek Masterpiece Was Unearthed at Delphi
Delphi, Greece, 1894. Archeologists and workers pose in front of the magnificent statue of Antinous, which was unearthed near the Temple of Apollo in...
The Profound Consequences of the Roman Conquest of Greece
The Roman conquest of Greece is an integral part of the long and rich history of this proud nation. However, people mostly focus on...
Ancient Greek Philosophers Brought to Life by AI
Ancient Greek scientists and philosophers are brought back to life and tell their stories in this captivating video produced through Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Equator AI...
Loukoumades: Greek Fried Puffs Recipe
A traditional recipe for Loukoumades, the delicious Greek fried puffs with honey.
Semolina Halva Recipe
Here's a traditional recipe fro the delicious Greek desert Halva with Semolina.
Ingredients
250ml sunflower oil
14oz – 400gr semolina flour
5lb – 700gr sugar
...
Greek Pita “Pizza” Muffins: A Fun And Easy To Prepare Snack
A fun and easy to prepare snack combining three world-renowned favorites into one is the pita "pizza" muffin.
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....