History/Culture
The Greek revolution through the brushstrokes of artists
Few events in history have echoed with such passion and resonance as the Greek Revolution of 1821. Centuries of cultural, religious and economic oppression under Ottoman rule fueled discontent and resistance among the Greek people. As a result, on February…
Greece’s “OXI” Day: a Celebration of Heroism and Resilience
Every October 28th the Greeks celebrate the famous āOXIā day. On this day in 1940 the Italian forces requested to be allowed passage of their troops into Greece. This was essentially not a request, but an ultimatum that Greece…
Unlocking The Secrets of Thessaloniki: a Gem of Northern Greece
Known as the āBride of the Thermaic Gulfā Thessaloniki, is Greeceās second largest city. This destination effortlessly blends history, culture and vibrant urban life. With its rich historical heritage, stunning waterfront views, delectable cuisine, and welcoming locals, Thessaloniki is a…
Discover Pavlopetri ā One of the oldest submerged cities in the World
History In 1904 the geologist Fokion Negri reported an ancient submerged city between the island of Elafonisos and Punta beach in the Laconia region of the Peloponnese. It wasnāt until much later, in 1967, an oceanographer by the name…
Unlocking the Mystery of the Antikythera Mechanism
The discovery In 1901 a group of sponge divers discovered a shipwreck off the coast of the Greek island of Antikythera which contained a treasure trove of various artifacts believed to be dating back to the 2nd or 1st century…
Unveiling the tumultuous secrets of Spinalonga island
Spinalonga island view from mountain
The six monumental architectural masterpieces of the Athens AcropolisĀ Ā
The crowning glory and symbol of the Ancient Greek civilization. Acropolis is the name of the ārockā that holds six monumental architectural masterpieces of ancient Greece still existing today. The Parthenon, Erechtheion, Temple of Athena Nike, Propylaea, and the two…
Greece’s Unique Blue Zone āwhere people forget to dieā
Did you know that one in three people on Ikaria island lives well into their 90ās? Most are dementia free and very low on chronic diseases that plague other countries such as obesity, cancer, diabetes and heart disease. This rugged…
Discover the amazing sunset of Cape Sounio
About an hour drive along the costal road from Athens, in the southernmost tip of the āAthens Rivieraā you will encounter the rugged cliffs of Cape Sounio (or Souni). Perched on its tip is the spectacular, white marbled, Doric columned…
Amazing Mykonos and the Sacred Island of Delos
Everyone is familiar with Mykonos, one of the most stunning and traveled islands of the Cyclades in Greece. Well known for its party atmosphere and beaches such as Paradise and Super Paradise. Lots of clubs that attract celebrities and stay…
