Larissa is the capital and largest city of the Thessaly region, on the slopes of Mount Olympus and all the way to Ossa (Kissavos). In such a historic area, the vineyards of Rapsani have given high quality wine ever since antiquity. Fertile soil and centuries of mastering the techniques of grape cultivation have brought PDO Rapsani …
Magnesia is a region of Central Greece, with outstanding natural beauty and historic value. Its capital is Volos, a coastal town filled with picturesque taverns by the sea. This is where you will find ouzo, tsipouro and of course high quality local wine accompanying the marvelous mezedes (small dishes bursting with flavors to be shared …
Surrounded by the mountains of Tzoumerka, Hasia and Lakmos, the wider region of Trikala is considered mountainous terrain, even though the actual town is located on the iconic Thessalian plain. Viticulture in Trikala is evidenced ever since antiquity, with early findings of vines and utilities used to produce and drink wine. The Cave of Theopetra, …
Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece, after the Athenian capital. It is also a commercial hub for the Balkans and Eastern Europe. With an impressive blend of Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman elements, the modern city is a sight for sore eyes and attracts worldwide attention for its history, culture, gastronomy and entertainment. In …
Mount Olympus is the highest mountain of Greece, literally separating Thessaly and Macedonia. This landmark has always been a source of inspiration. Ever since antiquity, the Greeks watched the thunders and the clouds drowning the mountain and thought that the Olympian Gods would live there. It was definitely a place worthy for the Gods, untouchable …
Halkidiki is a peninsula on the northeastern part of Greece, right below Thessaloniki and stretching all the way to the Aegean. If you have ever looked at a map of the country, you will surely have spotted it with its three smaller yet distinctive peninsulas, forming a hand. This is where Mount Athos is located, …
Attica is a historic region that embraces Athens in Central Greece. With an impressive history that goes all the way back to antiquity and the Golden Age of Athens, this is where the Arts and Philosophy bloomed in the past. Commerce and maritime thrived, while all the prominent personalities flocked Attica in an attempt to …
Naoussa is located in Northern Greece and more specifically in Imathia regional unit of Macedonia. Surrounded by the slopes of Vermio Mountains, the entire area sits in a plateau and boasts an impressive history. In fact, the place is called “The Heroic City of Naoussa” and therefore you can see why its past is of great …
Located in the nortwestern part of Greece, Epirus is world renowned as a place filled with nature’s bliss. Evergreen forests, mountainous terrain, imposing slopes and impressive lakes, canyons and stone bridges. An excellent destination throughout the year, due to the unspoiled landscapes and the wealth of tradition, the excellent gastronomic culture and the amazingly hospitable …
Located in the Papamola region of Epanomi, just a few miles from Thessaloniki, Ktima Gerovassiliou has shaped the history of wine making in Northern Greece ever since 1981. It is thanks to the inspiration of Vangelis Gerovassiliou and the wonderful ecosystem he has planted that today this is one of the best estates for wine …
Ktima Biblia Chora is located on the slopes of Pangeon Mountain, in the picturesque village of Kokkinochori in Kavala. This is certainly one of the finest wineries of Northern Greece, having been awarded for the production of premium wines like Ovilos White over the years. Vassilis Tsaktsarlis and Vangelis Gerovassiliou are the two oenologists who inspired …
Viticulture has been correlated with Greece since the beginning of time. In Greek Mythology, God Dionysus represents the God of Wine, Dancing and Music. People would indulge in endless hours of having fun, eating together and sipping on high quality wine for ages. It is an element that kept society united, a reason for celebrating …
The Vergina excavation already numbers several decades of research. Ever since 1938 until nowadays, the archaeologists of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and the Archaeological Service have been continuously working on site bringing to light new monuments. It was in 1856 when the French archaeologists and traveler L.Heuzey during his journey in Macedonia had discovered …
Adopt Aristotle’s motto: “The energy of the mind is the essence of life”. Well-being does not concern physical health only. It is a general feeling, an internal ray of health, force and beauty. It is an on-going process. With one of the best climates in the world, with a unique variety of nature, as well as …
The deceptively barren hills and mountains of Crete, the rocky landscape, thick olive groves, uncultivated plots, even the rugged coastline host a most interesting flora, a unique evolutionary crossbreed of the European, African and Asian flora. Many of the plant species endemic to Crete actually naturalized from other continents centuries ago. In particular, the Cretan …
In antiquity ethereal oils and other aromatic substances were used daily in lay and religious activities spanning from the meticulous care of the body to treatment of ailments and devotional practices. On the basis of information deciphered in Linear B tablets found in Knossos and Pylos, ethereal oils were extracted by perfume experts in Minoan …
What Are Herbs? According to the Oxford dictionary herbs are all the useful plants whose leaves, roots, stems and flowers are valued as food or medicines by dint of their aroma or other characteristic. This definition applies to a variety of plants that are used in foods, drinks, medicines, cosmetics, etc. however, in the last …
Four underwater museums are going to be founded in the Pagasetic Gulf, as part of the European Union’s BlueMed project. This is an ambitious project, for sure. Its name is Alonnisos submarine museum project. Since the Greek seas hide so many mysteries, it is only fair that access underwater is going to reveal many of …
Ouzo is definitely an iconic Greek spirit, associated with laid-back moments at seafront taverns in every single Greek island. It is an anise-flavored drink, transparent and pure. Some people correlate it to tsipouro or raki, pastis or even mastic liquor, but it is true that ouzo has a history of its own. And it is …
One of the most memorable and fascinating experiences to be had during a visit to Mykonos is not actually on Mykonos, but a thirty-minute boat ride away…On the sacred island of Delos. If you are the type to believe in ghosts, then you’ll agree they must be here. The millennia-old history of Delos is filled …
