A new project that aims to keep travellers interested in visiting and returning to the Zagori region was recently presented at the office of the European Parliament in Athens by the University Research Institute of… Learn about the New Zagori Project at the magical Region of Epirus!
The original historical course during your visit to Greece, you will be tracing the footsteps of Pheidippides, ancient heroes, philosophers, and legends! The Athens Marathon is like no other on Earth. According to legend, it… Athens Marathon 2017 : Reserve your place in and experience the authentic ancient route!
It’s been already 5 years that the Greek island of Alonissos in the Northern Sporades has started a serious “going green” effort by rejecting the plastic and adopting the paper and cloth instead. The Alonissos… Alonissos island is promoting sustainable tourism!
Greek Easter hymns are among the most beloved, spiritual and esoteric hymns of the Orthodox Church Liturgies. To the Greek Orthodox Christians the Holy Week centers on the hymns and the Church. The hymns from… Greek Easter hymnology: Experience the rhythm of devoutness and spirituality
Each day during Holy Week has a special meaning, and understanding what each day represents can help making attending all those church services a lot more meaningful! It is really worthwhile to go to the… Easter Holy Week: the symbolisms behind the Greek Orthodox Church
Crete, Santorini and Rhodes are included in the top 20 destinations of tripadvisor.com top Travelers’ Choice Destinations in Europe for 2017, based on the preferences and reviews of travelers. According to travelers’ opinion, Crete is… TripAdvisor: Greek Islands Among Top Destinations in Europe in 2017!
The religious significance of lamb began in the Old Testament, particularly in Genesis, when God asked Abraham to sacrifice his son. Abraham obediently obeyed God and made his preparations for his sacrifice. When Isaac saw… The silence of the lamb: from the Jewish Passover to Greek Easter
The island of Spetses in the Argosaronic Gulf will once again host the much loved spring ride, “Tweed Run” during April 21-23. Poseidonion Grand Hotel will be the starting point for dozens of bicycles and elegantly dressed… Spetses Gets Ready to Host 4th Tweed Run!
Good news on Greek tourism as, Greece is among the winners of the 2017 European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage / Europa Nostra Awards, Europe’s top honor in the heritage field. The European Commission and… Vote for Greece in Europa Nostra’s Public Choice vote and feature the Greek Cultural Heritage!
A photo collage with the 29 winners of the EU Prize for Cultural Heritage / Europa Nostra Awards. Photo source: Europa Nostra Greece is among the winners of the 2017 European Union Prize for Cultural… Europa Nostra Awards 2017: Greece Stands Out in Cultural Heritage Field
The celebration of Easter in Patmos is certainly a unique life experience. Mainly because of the Holy Monastery of Saint John the theologian in Chora (a UNESCO world heritage site), which is a reference point… Easter in Patmos : The spiritual experience
A typical Greek Easter food, so delicious though, is eaten throughout the whole year. Try to taste it for breakfast or accompany your evening coffee/tea. Also try to alternate the recipe by adding chocolate or… Greek Easter bread “tsoureki”: a delicious recipe for the whole year!
At least 95 percent of all Greeks claim membership in the Greek Orthodox Church, part of the Eastern Orthodox Church, as the official state of Greece dictates. Until 1054, the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic… Greek Easter Tsoureki & red Eggs : Ancient era and Christianity “marriage”
The research vessel RV Poseidon of the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research of Kiel in cooperation with the Geology Department of Kapodistrian University of Athens are examining the seabed and the underseas volcanoes of… ‘Abyss’ Scans and Reveals the Secrets of Santorini and Kolumbo Volcanoes
Greek Secretary General for Tourism Policy and Development Yiorgos Tziallas met with UNWTO Secretary General Taleb Rifai on the sidelines of the 7th UNWTO Silk Road Task Force Meeting in Valencia and discussed issues of… Greece Attends 7th UNWTO Silk Road Task Force Meeting in Spain
Holi Fest Crete Τhe colored festival will travel to Chania, Rethymnon and Heraklion starting from Chania, on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at ABEA parking, Kanaris Coast, Nea Chora. Known djs and live acts of the… Crete 2017: Special Festivals to attend!
Easter is the most important religious holiday of the Orthodox Church marking the resurrection of Christ and the chance of rebirth for mankind. Falling always on a different date, Easter signals the end of the… How Easter is celebrated across Greece? Unique Traditions to explore!
The “burning of Judas” is a unique tradition which revives in areas of Greece every Easter, attracting crowds of people who want to admire the “punishment” of the avarice traitor. Nowadays, this tradition can express… Easter in Greece: The “burning of Judas” tradition
Who would expect that Santorini has more to offer besides luxury hotels, hospitality, services, restaurants and night life? It’s no coincidence that Santorini is the top destination that combines comfort with adventure, relaxation with exercise… Experience Santorini from a different point of view: Hiking the medieval fortress
Chania, Crete’s second largest city, is the major town of the Prefecture of Chania which is the very western province of the island. Chania’s beauty is mainly attributed to the fact that the city has… The Top sightseeings at Chania Crete