DNA Analysis Redirects the Cradle of Indo-Europeans, Sheds Light on Proto-Greeks
A recent DNA analysis on 777 ancient genomes from across the so-called Southern Arc, namely Southern Europe and West Asia, redirects the cradle of Indo-Europeans...
15 Reasons to Visit Corfu, Greece
"Greece’s greenest island, Corfu, welcomes visitors with the sweet aroma of pine and lemon trees. In the mountainous interior myrtle and bay bushes fight...
Giant Squid Caught in Greece
A fish tavern owner in Evia, Greece caught a giant squid (kalamari) recently, which weighs 15 kg (33 lbs) a rare size for Greek...
Levissi: The Ghost Village in Turkey Once Home to 10,000 Greeks
The ghost village of Levissi (known today as Kayaköy) was once a bustling Greek village on the slopes of a hill in the district...
Hundreds of WWII German Bombs Unearthed at Athens’s Hellinikon
A total of 314 WWII German bombs have been discovered during work on a massive urban development project at the former airport complex of...
Germany Takes Aim at Greece for Not Giving Ukraine Patriot Systems
Germany has criticized its NATO allies Spain and Greece for not donating their Patriot air-defense systems to Ukraine.
Kyiv has said it needs at least...
Greece to Hand Over Olympic Flame for Paris 2024
After its journey through Greece for 11 days, the Olympic Flame will be handed over to the delegation of the "Paris 2024" Organising Committee...
The Role of Slavery in Ancient Greece
Slavery in Ancient Greece was acceptable and common, as in most organized societies of the time, yet with differences between city states
China Releases World’s First Moon Atlases
China has reached a new frontier within lunar exploration and scientific research with its release of the world's first complete high-definition geologic atlases of...
Researchers Find Evidence That Brains Are Getting Bigger
A new study suggests our brains might be growing larger over time. This finding could prove useful in fighting memory loss as we age.
Researchers...
The Real Face of Santa Claus, or Saint Nicholas, Recreated
Despite the many myths surrounding some Christmas characters, certain legendary figures are actually rooted in history, and Saint Nicholas, otherwise known as Santa Claus,...
Vergina: Where Proof of Macedonia’s Greek Origin Was Uncovered
In Vergina, a small town in northern Greece, Greek archaeologist Manolis Andronikos found proof of Macedonia's Greek roots.
Zakynthos: the Unique History and Wildlife of the Ionian Island
Zakynthos is one of the most beautiful destinations Greece has to offer. Rich with history, this Ionian Sea island is famous for its beaches,...
The Haunting Tragedy of the Turkish Invasion of Cyprus
The day of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus, July 20, 1974, was the day time stopped for Cyprus.
The Mysterious Floating Pyramid of Egypt
The location of the entrance to Egypt's only 'floating' pyramid, named after Egyptian Pharaoh Senusret II, stumped archaeologists for more than half a century,...
Byzantine Era Coin Showing Emperor Heraclius Discovered in Israel
A Byzantine era coin showing Emperor Heraclius on one side and Golgotha, the site of Jesus Christ's crucifixion on the other -- along with...
Ten Must-Have Souvenirs From the Greek Island of Crete
Visitors to Crete always want to find just the right memories of Crete to take back home. Objects that tell a story of their...
Exploring Nafpaktos’ Venetian Port and Fortress Transports You to Another Time
Nafpaktos is a picturesque town that is situated on a bay on the north coast of the Gulf of Corinth in Western Greece.
Explore the Island of Spetses, Close and Yet So Far From Athens
Just a two-hour ferry ride away from Athens, the island of Spetses is a well-known destination for a fabulous weekend getaway.
The Charming Winter Beauty of Samarina, Greece
Nature, local traditions, history, and the environment entwined — this is what can be found in the famous mountain village of Samarina, one of...
Exploring Greece’s Oldest Cave on the Island of Antiparos
Antiparos is a small Greek island in the southern Aegean, in the central Cyclades, and it is home to the oldest cave in Europe
Your Ultimate Summer Guide to Greek Island Hopping
There is plenty for everyone. Here is your definitive guide to enjoying and getting to know the islands of Greece for the summer of 2021.
Ancient Greek General Archytas Was Founder of Mathematical Mechanics
Archytas of Tarentum, who was born around the year 435 BC in what is now Taranto, Apulia, Italy, was another in a long line...
The Oldest Song Survived in Its Entirety Is Ancient Greek
The oldest song to have survived in its entirety is a first-century A.D. Greek tune known as the “Seikilos Epitaph.”
The song, the melody of...
Eupalinos Tunnel, a Masterpiece of Ancient Engineering on Samos, Greece
Even by modern standards, the ancient Tunnel of Eupalinos on Samos, Greece is considered a marvel of engineering and craftsmanship.
Built around 550 BC, it's...
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...
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...
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...
Vasilopita Recipe: Greek New Year’s Cake
The story of the Greek Orthodox custom of the vasilopita with the lucky coin inside begins in Asia Minor, and more specifically in the...
Recipe: Zuchini Fritters Filled with Halloumi Cheese
These Greek Zucchini Fritters recipe filled with halloumi cheese will be a hit on the table and a great appetiser for your special occasion...
Loukoumades: Greek Fried Puffs Recipe
A traditional recipe for Loukoumades, the delicious Greek fried puffs with honey.
Homemade Authentic Greek Baklava Recipe
Here's an easy and authentic recipe to make the Greeks' all-time favorite dessert, baklava.
Baklava is likely one of the most famous, yet controversial, Greek...