State Department Report Criticizes Greece’s Record on Human Rights
There were “no significant changes” in the human rights situation in Greece over the past year, the US State Department said in its annual...
Shipwreck From the War of Independence Discovered Off Greece
A shipwreck believed to be connected to the Greek War of Independence in 1821-1829 was discovered recently off the coast of Halkidiki, northern Greece.
In...
Has the Location of Plato’s Grave Been Found in Athens?
An Italian archaeologist says he has found the exact location of Plato's grave in the Platonic Academy in Athens after deciphering the Herculaneum papyri.
The...
World Spending in Military Reaches Record $2.4 Trillion in 2023
The world spent $2.4 trillion on military forces in 2023, the highest amount ever recorded by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
SIPRI has...
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...
The Story Behind the First Greek Flag
The first Greek flag was made on the island of Skiathos at the Holy Monastery of Evangelistria in the year 1807.
Smyrna Catastrophe: Genocide of Greeks in Asia Minor Remembered
Today marks 99 years since the Catastrophe of Smyrna, when Greeks were forced to flee the city due to a fire set by Turkish forces.
The 200 Greeks Executed by Nazis on May Day
On May 1, 1944, 200 Greek communists were executed by the German Nazi forces occupying Greece during the Second World War. The executions were...
Ten Wacky Facts About Greece That Will Surprise You
There is much more to Greece than meets the (evil) eye! Here are 15 facts about Greece that you won't learn in school or in a guidebook!
Ten Iconic Flowers of Greece
A list of the ten most iconic flowers of Greece is not difficult to create since Greece is home to some of the most...
A September Trip to Remember: Santorini and Mykonos
Rediscover two of the most popular Greek islands and get to know a different side to Santorini and Mykonos—in September.
These two islands that are...
Calypso’s Paradise: Gavdos, the Southernmost Greek Island
Gavdos is the southernmost Greek island, located to the south of its much larger neighbor, Crete.
A Guide to Irresistible Peloponnese, Greece
The Peloponnese is a picturesque region in southern Greece. Steeped in history, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty, it is the ideal destination for an...
Palatial Villa for Rent in Corfu Boasts Island’s Aristocratic Past
Villa 1870 is a truly unique rental on Corfu, Greece encompassing the island's aristocratic past combined with all the modern facilities required for the...
Naxos, Greece’s Island of the Gods
Naxos is the largest island of the Cyclades island group, and although it is comparatively unknown relative to Greece's many other idylls, it is...
The Island of Sifnos, Unassuming Gem of the Western Cyclades
Sifnos, one of the islands of the Western Cyclades, is a balance of beautiful beaches, nightlife, pristine white villages, low-impact tourism.
Lemnos: Home to Greece’s Unique Desert
People who have not visited the beautiful Greek island of Lemnos may consider it a moonscape due to its arid terrain.
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...
Loukoumades: Greek Fried Puffs Recipe
A traditional recipe for Loukoumades, the delicious Greek fried puffs with honey.
Three Tasty Greek Yogurt Recipes to Try at Home
Treats made from Greek yogurt can add an interesting and tasty dimension. Once hard to come by outside of Greece, the country’s famed yogurt is now...
Traditional Recipe for the Greek Sweet Bread Tsoureki
Tsoureki, or Greek sweet bread, is a favorite delicacy throughout the Christmas and Easter holidays in Greece. This traditional recipe for Tsoureki includes all...
Recipe: Imam Baildi aka Greek Stuffed Eggplants
Here's a traditional recipe of Imam baildi, aka Greek stuffed eggplants, a Greek favorite dish. Try it with our favorite olive oil: https://goo.gl/AJgSH2 from...