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Villa of First Roman Emperor Augustus May Have Been Found in Italy
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Lesser Known Ancient Greek City-States
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Rapprochement With Turkey Reduced Illegal Migration to Greece, PM Says
The policy of rapprochement with Turkey had helped decrease illegal migration flows, Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has said from Lesvos.
“Greece is one of...
The River Of Gold in British Columbia
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How Ancient Greek Knowledge Was Saved by the Islamic Golden Age
The Islamic Golden Age was a period during which science, literature, geometry, astronomy, and other fields of knowledge flourished from the eighth to the...
Cycladic Islands in Greece ‘Threatened by Surge in Tourism’
Tourism development in the Cycladic islands of Greece, and in particular Sifnos, Serifos and Folegandros, threatens the islands’ integrity, a recent report by Europa...
Ancient Humans of Arabia Lived in Lava Tube Caves, Study Finds
Aerial views show thousands of stone structures scattered across the Arabian peninsula. On the ground, ancient tools and fire pits lay near old lakes,...
Mediterranean Diet Tied to Lower Blood Pressure, Greek Study Shows
Looking at data spanning 20 years, Greek researchers found that people who consistently followed a Mediterranean-style diet had a lower risk of developing hypertension...
Greek Adoptees to Meet in Louisville for Third Annual Reunion
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Top Ten Gold Treasure Discoveries of the Century
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How Greeks Brought 50 Kinds of Pie to America
Although Greek food is known and loved around the world, one specific type of traditional food, the Greek pie, holds a special place in...
Kythera Sea Salt Gaining Popularity Due to Health Benefits
The natural sea salt that comes from the Greek island of Kythera, once considered an exclusive delicacy, is now gaining renewed attention for its...
“A Greek Island Nature Diary” is a Watercolor Trip Through Greece
"A Greek Island Nature Diary" is a watercolor trip through some of the country's most outstanding flora and fauna, with each flower and animal...
Ancient City on Greek Islet Reveals Fascinating Secrets in New Dig
Archaeologists discovered artifacts on Vryokastraki, a small islet near the Greek island of Kythnos, once home to a significant ancient city.
How Greek Antiquities Slipped Through the Nazis
In April 1941, German troops invaded Athens. The next morning, Nazi officers went to the National Archaeological Museum to inspect the antiquities and assess...
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...
Kastoria: The Lakeside Gem of Northwestern Greece
Kastoria is a beautiful lakeside city in northwestern Greece famous for its fur and leather trade and its rich history that goes as far back as Byzantium
Diaporos: The Exotic Greek Island with Warm Waters All Year Round
Diaporos islet in Halkidiki, northern Greece, is like an exotic island, with crystal clear warm waters and no winds all year round.
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...
Five Natural Pools on the Greek Islands to Discover This Summer
For those heading to the Mediterranean this summer, there can be no better way to enjoy the glimmering azure waters than with a plunge...
Greece: The Summer Capital of The World
A favorite tourist destination, Greece has become known as the summer capital of the world, and not without good reason.
The Mystery of the Ancient Greek Statues Found in Italy
The mystery over the Riace Bronzes, two magnificent ancient Greek statues, remains, more than half a century after the day they were recovered off...
The History of the Ancient Greek City of Thebes
The ancient Greek city of Thebes played a central role in the long pageant of Greek history; appearing in many of the age-old legends...
The Troubled German Poet Who Truly Worshipped Greece
Friedrich Hölderlin was an important German Romantic lyric poet whose great work managed to bridge the Classical and Romantic traditions in literature and poetry...
Stoicism: The Greatest Quotes of Ancient Greek Philosophers
Stoicism was one of the philosophical movements of the Hellenistic period, founded by Zeno of Citium in Athens in the early 3rd century BC
The Moment Ancient Greek Masterpiece Was Unearthed at Delphi
Delphi, Greece, 1894. Archeologists and workers pose in front of the magnificent statue of Antinous, which was unearthed near the Temple of Apollo in...
The Profound Consequences of the Roman Conquest of Greece
The Roman conquest of Greece is an integral part of the long and rich history of this proud nation. However, people mostly focus on...
Special Greek Fricassee Recipe for Easter Holidays
In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...
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/...
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...