The Ancient Theater of Dodoni is located in Epirus and has maintained its reputation as one of the largest and best preserved theaters in Greece and the world. With the Oracle of Dodoni adding to its fame, this place has always been regarded as remarkable and special. The entire site has been dedicated to Zeus, …
Located in the area of Ithomi in the heart of Peloponnese, the Ancient Theater of Messene is one of the most impressive historic sites in the country. Dating back to the 3rd century BC, this site is part of Ancient Messene with the Agora and Asklipeio. Along with the theatrical performances and cultural events, this …
If you are fascinated by history, then the Ancient Theater of Thera is a must-see on the island of Santorini. Dating back to the 2nd century BC, this is one of the most historic sites in Santorini and offers a wonderful view to the Aegean. With a capacity of 1,500 people, this place could not …
While walking on the paved street of Staikopoulou, in the heart of the old town of Nafplio, you will come across a building with the inscription “Museum of Komboloi”. You will feel more than intrigued to cross the doorstep of the stately, two-story neoclassical. The museum is not spacious but it will immediately smother you …
At an altitude of 220 meters above ground and right next to Melidoni and Panormo villages in Rethymno, one of the most significant landscapes in Crete awaits for you to discover. Gerontospilios (meaning the Old Cave) Melidoni Cave definitely ranks among the finest attractions in the wider area. Dating back to the Neolithic era, this …
Having opened for the public in 1986, the Cave of Agios Georgios in Kilkis definitely ranks among the finest attractions in the wider area. Nature enthusiasts that love history and appreciate the glorious wonders of nature and the importance of time in geological formation will enjoy a visit to the cave, along with a tour …
A geological formation shaped drop by drop of water, slow but consistently, creates a masterpiece of nature in Kefalonia. Drogarati Cave in Sami is one of the most impressive caves on the island, with stalagmites and stalactites that add almost one centimeter each hundred of years. It takes a lot of time and patience to …
God Dionysus or else Bacchus is one of the oldest attested Gods in ancient Greece and the world. He has been described as the God of Wine and Vines, Viticulture and of course Drinking, Having Fun and Boosting Fertility. His followers have worshiped him throughout the years, enjoying the divine madness as a state gifted …
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 …
History goes a long way, when it comes to Leros. This lovely destination in the Dodecanese boasts an impressive past, which is embodied through the most prominent historic attractions on the island. One of them is a wonderful building that blends the antitheses of different eras on the island, known as the iconic Bellenis Tower …
A significant amount of practical infrastructure became necessary on Delos to accommodate the needs of visitors, especially during religious festivals such as the Greater (every four years) and Lesser (annual) Delia. The hymn to Apollo further avows “…In Delos…the long-robed Ionians gather in your honor with their children and shy wives: with boxing and dancing …
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 …
Malvasia In the Peloponnese, on the southeast shore of the Parnon mountain range, stands the Byzantine fortified town of Monemvasia, built in the 8th century on a towering rock separated from the mainland. According to written sources, the wine produced across the narrow stretch of water in the Laconian hinterland was exported for at least …
Standing on top of Agios Stefanos hill and overlooking the capital village of Megalo Chorio, the marvelous bay of Agios Antonios and the rest of the mesmerizing island, the Medieval Castle of Tilos will astound you. It is the historic attraction that you see, as soon as you start gazing at the island from afar. …
Nisyros is a volcanic island in Dodecanese, with an impressive history dating back to millennia ago. The continuous eruptions of the past have led to the shape of the island as we know it today, with its almost circular formation and the distinctive minerals in its soil. Basalt, pumice and obsidian are what you find …
Palaiokastro is one of the best preserved fortresses in the Aegean. It is located above the settlement of Mandraki and it surrounded the ancient city of Nisyros. Large volcanic rocks compose its walls, which often stretch to an altitude of 3.8 meters. Even though the wall dates back to the 4th century BC, the ancient …
The Medieval element is prevalent in Kalymnos. There are splendid examples of Medieval architecture all over the island, with Kalymnos castles and fortresses depicting a gracious design Meant to offer protection against all intruders and add prestige to anyone watching up high, those castles served a great purpose. And the view from such privileged observatories …
Kos is an island filled with history’s blessings. It has been inhabited ever since antiquity. In fact, Kos ancient city was founded in 366 BC and is located on the northeastern part of the island. What is interesting is the fact that excavations to reveal the ancient city only began in 1933. After a catastrophic …
By the 8th and 7th centuries BC, when the written works of Hesiod and the Homeric bards began to appear, wine had thoroughly permeated Greek culture and become a ubiquitous feature – a dietary staple, preferable to water, drunk at any time of day or night, with or without food. Greeks had learned to cut …
Some of the most essential pleasures or comforts in life can be traced so far back in human history that they seem to disappear in the mists of time. The cultivation and consumption of grapes and their juice is a prime example. Nevertheless, as archaeologists in collaboration with paleobotanists, have further extended and refined their …