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 a strong need for shaking off any kind of betrayal. The “Judas Iscariot” who betrayed Jesus for “thirty pieces of …
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 maintained all of its characteristics from the time of the Venetian rule. The picturesque scenery and the city’s rich history, …
Who would expect that Santorini besides the luxury hotels, the hospitality, the services, the restaurants and night life has more to offer? It’s no coincidence that Santorini is the top destination that combines comfort with adventure, relaxation with exercise and above all mountains with a sea view. These contrasts can be experienced through our hiking …
Monemvasia is a Gibraltar-like rocky island off the east coast of the Peloponnese in the prefecture of Laconia, in Greece, and it actually constitutes a medieval fortress with a town next to it. The island is about 300 meters wide and a kilometer long, and rises in a plateau, a hundred metres above sea level. …
The ultimate Santorini event you should not miss! The ultimate Santorini sports experience comes in one of the most significant touristic destinations in the world, in Santorini on Oct 6 – 8 2017! Santorini Municipality, Municipal Sports Cultural & Environmental Organization in Santorini (DAPPOS) and the award-winning Group of Active Media co-organize “Santorini Experience” which …
The International Alexander the Great Marathon is the second best marathon race in Greece after the Athens Classic Marathon. The Marathon route is of low difficulty. Its main characteristics are the small altitude fluctuations and the long straight street that make it ideal for great records. Some other characteristic features are its constant east direction, …
Every year in Rethymno, for almost a whole month, the city plays host to a succession of fun-filled celebrations, bringing together locals and visitors who participate in this carnival because they love to enjoy every moment of their lives. You will see groups of people sitting together in traditional cafés (kafeneia) drinking “tsikoudiá” (raki), tasting …
“The Parthenon of Books” by Marta Minujín The Parthenon of Books 1983 is a project by Marta Minujín in which she reconstructed the classical Greek temple of the Parthenon from the Acropolis in Athens out of books! It came to life in a busy avenue in the artist’s native Buenos Aires. The Parthenon of …
Santorini is with no doubt one of the most famous islands of the Aegean! Apart from the breathtaking views and unique landscape one will find very special products growning from its volcanic soil. Here we introduce you to the Traditional Local Products of Santorini you must not miss! Santorini Fava The Fava of Santorini is …
Acropolis Museum (Greek: Mousio Akropolis) The Acropolis Museum is one of the newest archaeological museums of Athens located on Dionysiou Areopagitou Street under the shadow of the Parthenon. The first Museum was on the Acropolis itself, however continuous excavations on the site uncovered many new artifacts which exceeded the museum’s capacity, creating the need …
What are the different types of tickets for Athens transport system? If you are planning to travel to Athens soon, check some useful information regarding public tickets; how to use, where to get and for how much! Type of Ticket Ticket Price 90-min ticket for all modes € 1.40 24-hour ticket for all modes € 4,5 5-day ticket for all …
Greece is world known for the incredible weather, especially during the summer season. When thinking of Greece most of us bring to mind the beautiful caldera of Santorini, with the white houses perched on the rim and crystal clear blue waters of the Aegean sea! While all of the above is true, there is another …
3 Reasons to Love Athens on Valentine’s Day Reason 1: Romantic Walk Stroll, hand in hand with your other significant half, through one of the oldest and most picturesque neighborhood of Athens; Plaka. A Pedestrian labyrinth of wonderful coffee shops, eateries and bars; lit up with the lights of Parthenon. Arrive all the way …
Rich and impressive was the 2016 archaeological finds on Kythnos island at location “Vryokastro” where the ancient capital of the island is located. As informed by, the excavation team, headed by Professor Alexander Mazarakis Ainian, the research focused on two public buildings (temples) of the Classical-Hellenistic period in Medium Platoma Upper Town. Indeed, one of …
The prestigious New York CityTravel & Leisure magazine published its annual list of the top 50 world destinations for travel in 2017. Among them, a Greek island that excelled in the 34th position. This list, as mentioned in the publication of the magazine, was created after months of research and in cooperation with travel editors …
Since the ancient times, as mentioned by the ancient traveller Pafsanias, Neda river defined the border between the counties of Helia and Messini of the Peloponnese. At its most part the beatiful Neda river crosses a gorge rich in plantation, offering spectacular images of nature, while falls form on its path, with the largest having …
5 destinations ideal for Autumn Greece is considered by many a summer destination. Yet beyond the sunny islands and their worm sands lies a side of the country still unknown to many. For a small country, it has a great variety of locations that are ideal for autumn and that lately become progressively more popular …
6 ways to experience the magical island of Milos. Milos is located at the very edge of the Cyclades. It shares many similarities with the other Aegean islands but manages, thanks to its volcanic nature, to be sublime in its very own way. It is an island that at times appears almost mythical and magical …
The story behind the discovery. Artworks have often many stories to tell. Every day thousands of visitors of the Louvre Museum admire the Venus de Milo, also known as Aphrodite of Milos. One of the museums’ most recognized exhibits, this masterfully crafted marble statue hold the status of one of the most recognized artworks in …
A multifaceted Aegean island. Samos is one of these places that you have to visit more than once. I have been in this beautiful North Aegean island numerous times and after every single trip I realize that there were more things to see, to do, to discover. The reason for this is simple. Samos is …
