On This Day in 1930 Constantinople is Renamed Istanbul, Both Greek Words
Built as Byzantium about 657 BC, then renamed Constantinople in the 4th century CE after Constantine the Great made the city his capital, the...
The Female Gladiators of Ancient Rome
In Ancient Rome, female fighters were known as "Gladiatrix" and were basically the equivalent of Roman male gladiators. However, instead of fighting other men,...
Greece Plans Major Overhaul of Air Force and Sale of Older Jets
Greece has announced a major overhaul of the Hellenic Air Force (HAF) which essentially involves the decommissioning and sale of F-16 and Mirage 2000...
Massive ‘Devil Comet’ Heads Towards Earth During April 8 Eclipse
According to NASA, a rare and huge comet known as "devil comet' is expected to travel by Earth for the first time in 71...
The Balkan Wars in the Powder Keg of Europe
The Balkan Wars in 1912 and 1913 resulted in significant territorial realignments in the Balkans. The Ottoman Empire lost almost all of its remaining...
Serbia’s President Alarming Message of Upcoming Conflict in the Balkans
Aleksandar Vucic, the president of Serbia, warned of a potential confrontation on Tuesday by posting a gloomy message on social media about an unidentified...
The Mysterious Lost Civilization of Harappan
The mysterious Harappan civilization is considered the third oldest one in the ancient East after Egypt and Mesopotamia. It was located in the Indus...
Fortified Settlements Containing Ancient Open-Air Temples Found in Turkey
In Tunceli province, in the Eastern Anatolia Region of Turkey, researchers found two forts and two 7th century BC new open-air temples.
This discovery is...
The Ferocious Wars of Alexander the Great’s Successors After His Death
The Wars of the Diadochi, or the Wars of Alexander's Successors, were a series of conflicts that erupted among the generals of Alexander the...
Scientists Solve 20,000-Year Mystery of Eurasia Human Migration
Scientists claim to have discovered the place where early humans resided in the midst of their migration from the African continent to Eurasia, solving...
There’s More to Greek Cheese Than Just Feta
The first known mention of cheese in ancient Greece was in the epic poem the "Odyssey," when Homer describes the cheese in the Cyclops' cave.
Pontic Greek Still Spoken by Thousands in Northern Turkey
Pontic Greek, which closely resembles Ancient Greek still lives on today, in communities near Turkey's Black Sea coast.
Nikolaos Tselementes: The “Father” of Greek Cookbooks
Every Greek household has a "tselemente" -- a "cookbook" that took its name after Nikolaos Tselementes, the famous chef.
Princess Alice, Philip’s Mother, and Her Life of Philanthropy in Greece
Prince Philip's mother, Princess Alice, lived a tumultuous life of tragedy but also of great philanthropic work in Greece.
Hot-Air Balloons: A Unique Greek Easter Spectacle
A tradition that Greeks have adopted for Easter is sending glowing hot-air balloons into the night sky in celebration of “Christ Resurrected”
The Great Fighters of Greece’s War of Independence
The Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire, which began in 1821, resembles the stuff of legend.
Skopelos: The Tranquility of Greece’s Mamma Mia Island
The island of Skopelos has enchanted visitors over the years and has even reached international fame as the setting for the movie "Mamma Mia!"
Folegandros: An Unspoiled Greek Island Paradise
Folegandros is for those who are looking to experience a more simple and unforgettable Greek island vacation
Ultimate Guide: What Are the Best Greek Islands to Visit in October?
If planning a trip to Greece in October you can visit some of the most popular Greek islands, and enjoy the last of the...
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.
Top Five Beach Bars You Must Visit in Greece
When summer rolls around in Greece people beat the heat by flocking to beach bars to enjoy a "frappe" coffee next to the indigo blue sea.
The Charming Villages of Mount Pelion, Greece
Taking a trip to Mt. Pelion in Greece in autumn after the heat of summer is gone when the leaves change colors to beautiful...
What a Clinic Looked Like in Ancient Greece
The first realistic depiction of an outpatient clinic in ancient Greece is on a drawing on a small vase created in Athens around 470...
Hypatia: The Female Greek Philosopher Killed for Her Beliefs
Hypatia, one of the greatest philosophers of Alexandria, was admired for her groundbreaking ideas but was brutally murdered for them by Christian fanatics in...
League of Corinth: The First Time All Greeks United
The League of Corinth was an initiative of King Philip II of Macedon to unite all Greek city-states against the Persian Achaemenid Empire
Ancient Greek Statue of Woman Using “Laptop” Sparks Conspiracy Theories
A recurring conspiracy theory which has gone viral claims that an ancient Greek statue supposedly depicting a woman "using a laptop" is "proof" of...
When Exactly Is Atlantis Believed to Have Existed?
Plato's story of Atlantis is famously set a very long time ago in the past. The figure "9000 years before Solon" is thrown around...
The Bible’s First Translation Was in Greek
Originally written in Hebrew and Aramaic, the Bible is the most sold book in history, it first translation into another language was in Greek; the Septuagint.
Toursi: The Greek Pickles
Pickles, kimchi, toursi: all names for one of the oldest known preparations. Pickles are a culinary tradition almost all over the world, thanks to...
Mediterranean Chicken Pasta: Balanced and Full-Flavored Meal
The flavorful and nutritious Mediterranean Chicken Pasta recipe combines elements of the culinary tradition of both Italy and Greece.
Recipe for Kourabiedes, Greece’s Christmas Shortbread Cookies
Kourabiedes are some of the most famous Greek Christmas cookies. They are a kind of shortbread cookie. Perfectly sweet and satisfying, they are filled...
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.