The Folklore Museum in Skopelos is one of the most notable museums on the island. Located in Chora, it allows travelers to glimpse at the past and see how the locals lived. The old building was a mansion and dates back to 1795, although it has been renovated. After all, Skopelos has survived severe earthquakes. …
Patmos is an island blessed with unrivaled beauty, an iconic destination worldwide known as the sacred place where St. John the Theologian wrote the Book of Revelations. Designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999, Patmos is home to rich cultural tradition. One of the emblematic museums of the island is the Simantiri Mansion, …
As you set foot to the harbor of Patmos island, you gaze up and admire the landscape. On top of the hills, three windmills stand tall and greet you warmly. These are the iconic windmills of Patmos. They have been operating for the past four centuries non-stop, at least two of them. These two were …
The island of mines, with 72 beaches and endless trails, is characterized by introversion, raw tourism, a land full of history and has its own distinct Cycladic air. Serifos is made of iron and granite and is the wildest of the Cyclades. Despite its barren character, the way the deep blue Aegean Sea embraces Serifos, …
Being in perfect alignment with natural surroundings is great. People have finally come to appreciate nature for all that it provides to us. A growing sense of responsibility towards the following generations is eventually overflowing the atmosphere. And an eco-friendly perception of the world is a fact! In this optimistic scenario, more people have found …
Just seven Mondays before Easter arrives, the Greeks celebrate the beginning of fasting season. It is the Great Lent that approaches and this is definitely a reason to be jolly. Clean Monday is one of the Greek national holidays. Since it marks a period of purification, everyone feels the need to go out and enjoy …
Carnival in Greece is one more reason to celebrate! It lasts thee whole weeks and is the time when everyone is entitled to frenzied moments. Lack of censorship or hesitations is welcomed, of course. The tradition of the Carnival dates back to antiquity. The ancient Greeks used to dress up wearing creative costumes. Then they …
Signifying the beginning of Carnival festivities in Greece, Tsiknopempti is celebrated all around the country in all its glory. The name derives from the distinctive aroma given out by barbecued meat. It is true that on this day everybody eats meat in Greece and they do so as a form of ritual. The whole preparation …
On January 1st, there is a special tradition that has survived through the centuries in Greece. At each home, families gather and cut the vasilopita. This is a pie made of flour, milk, eggs and sugar. In some cases, the pie looks exactly like tsoureki (brioche) and in some other occasions it resembles a cake. …
Christmas in Greece is absolutely marvelous! There are special customs that the locals follow to the letter. So you get to revive some of the finest traditions in the country. Besides that, Athens and the major cities are decorated with a Christmassy glee that leaves no one untouched. Have you ever walked the neighborhoods of …