Elafonisos Island: A Little Piece of Greek Heaven
Visiting Elafonisos in Greece is an unforgettable experience because of the unsurpassed natural beauty this small island has to offer.
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...
President Sakellaropoulou Visits the Greek Community in Uruguay
The President of the Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou met members of the vibrant Greek community of Uruguay during her official visit to the country at...
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...
More Greeks Abroad Register for Postal Voting in the Euro Elections
More than 33 thousand Greeks living abroad have registered for postal voting for the European Parliament elections in June, double the votes counted at...
Dozens Arrested in Crackdown on Soccer Violence in Greece
Police in Greece have arrested dozens of suspects in a crackdown on soccer violence that led to the death of a police officer in...
April 23, 2010: Greece Enters the Bailout and Austerity Era
On April 23, 2010, Greece entered the bailouts era by asking its EU partners and the IMF to rescue its economy that went bankrupt.
The...
Was Thales of Miletus the Father of Western Philosophy?
Some scholars credit Thales of Miletus as the father of Western philosophy since he preceded Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and other more famous philosophers.
From a...
Olympiacos Wins Youth League Final Against Milan
Olympiacos have bested Milan 3-0 in the Youth League final with the "red and white" U19s winning the first European title in its history.
The...
Little-Known Greek Island Europe’s Cheapest Summer Vacation Destination
A lesser-known Greek island, which offers everything a tourist could want for a picture-perfect getaway, has been revealed as Europe's cheapest destination based on...
Milos Catacombs Mark the Rich History of the Greek Island
Milos, one of the most beautiful islands of the Cyclades, has a very long history, like all other Greek islands. Although most famous for...
Five Mysterious Places to Visit in Greece
Hhere is our list of five mysterious places you must visit in Greece according to the Tripadvisor website.
George Zaharias and Babe Didrikson, the First Power Couple in Sports
Theodore Vetoyanis, known by his ring name of George Zaharias, was more popularly known as "The Crying Greek from Cripple Creek".
Philhellene Samuel Gridley Howe in the Greek War of Independence
In this year of the Bicentennial of the Greek War of Independence, the stories of many notable philhellenes are being told. One of the...
Why Does Greece Lead in the Olympics’ Opening Ceremonies?
Greece will lead in the opening ceremony in the upcoming 2021 Olympics in Tokyo, bringing back the question: Why Greece?
Kyriakos Grizzly and the Greek Strongman Tradition
Kyriakos Kapakoulak Grizzly, a strongman from the northern Greek city of Kavala, has been making waves online for his feats of incredible strength.
The Greek...
Ten of Greece’s Most Spectacular Monasteries
Greece has many beautiful sights for you to check out while you are visiting the country. One thing you want to be sure to...
The Greek Island of Lesbos and the Origin of the Word ‘Lesbian’
Modern English, and indeed many languages, borrow a plethora of words from ancient Greek. One particularly interesting word is "lesbian", today used to describe...
Six Traditional, Unspoiled Islands in Greece
Do you want to experience the authentic spirit of Greece and the Greek people? visit some of the charming and less traveled islands.
Treasure From the Sea: The Salt Flats of Messolonghi
Salt has played a crucial role in the history of civilization, enabling food to be preserved over the winters until the modern miracles of...
Calypso’s Canyon, The Green Paradise of Greece
Calypso's Canyon is a hidden treasure on mainland Greece which could make you forget that you're in one of the hottest countries of Europe.
The Sunken Cities of Ancient Greece
In addition to the many magnificent historical monuments in Greece, the country has several unique sunken cities and archaeological sites.
These submerged sites aren't mere...
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...
The Siwa Oracle Alexander the Great Visited in Egypt
After Alexander the Great added Egypt to his conquests, he went on a long, perilous journey to meet the ancient Siwa Oracle where he...
How the Ancient Greeks Halted the Expansion Of Persia
World history could have been very different than what it is today had the ancient Greeks not halted the expansion of Persia through a...
Gold and Silver Forged the Glory of Ancient Greece
The gold and silver mines of North Greece and Lavrio produced the metals the ancient Greeks needed to forge empires and lay the foundations...
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
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Greek Dakos Cheesecake Recipe
Try this Dakos Greek Cheesecake recipe for a unique cheesecake that will pleasantly surprise you and your guests.
Ingredients
for the base;
DAKOS RUSK (kritharokoulouro) 60gr/...
Chocolate Dipped Melomakarona Recipe
A spin of the traditional Melomakarona, the chocolate filled Greek Christmas cookies are a great dessert for the holiday meals.
In a bowl
• WATER 17...