Kos is an island of Dodecanese, world renowned not only for its long sandy beaches and impressive landscapes. The island is also famous for the birth of ancient Medicine. Hippocrates was a Greek physician, who has been named “Father of Medicine” and has revolutionized the methods and techniques of teaching this great knowledge, passing it …
Zakynthos is one of the most beautiful islands in the Ionian Sea. It boasts supreme natural beauty with evergreen landscapes and emerald waters. But alongside its impressive beauty and unspoiled nature, there is also huge cultural and historic heritage on the island. And this very heritage is imprinted on every single museum and art gallery …
Athens boasts an impressive history and culture. All these years of the glorious past, along with the present, are highlighted most eloquently through the multitude of Athens museums for all tastes and preferences. Whether you are a History buff, in search of the most iconic findings in the Greek capital, or an Art connoisseur, this …
On the southwestern part of Peloponnese, a surging tourist destination awaits. Pylos is a historic coastal town, otherwise known as Navarino. You may have read about the luxurious hotel Costa Navarino and the humongous investment in the area. Celebrities from all over the world, actors and singers, athletes and super stars like Cristiano Ronaldo choose …
Galaxidi is a town boasting a long-lasting history. Every nook and cranny has a special story to tell. Centuries ago, the locals have formed powerful maritime and Galaxidi has remained well known as a naval town. The glorious past unfolds at the marvelous Naval and Historical Museum of Galaxidi. Dating back to 1870, this was …
On the highest top of the island, the emblematic Kastro in Sifnos makes itself known and stands proud. Overlooking the Aegean, this medieval settlement has become a true legend. Its fortifications allowed for protection against pirates and other hostile intrusions. The locals found shelter there, once there was an immediate threat to be dealt with. …
During the Ottoman occupation plantation and production of mastiha trees was developed. Prior to the Chios massacre in 1822, production was stable but following the destruction it halted. After 1832 permission was granted for the expatriated Chians to return home. Upon repatriation villagers started plantation again and by 1840 production levels escalated to those prior …
The History of Mastic The mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus), also called “skinos”, grows all over the Mediterranean. However, the tree Pistacia Lentiscus Var. Chia is a special variety that grows only in the Southern part of Chios and mentions can be dated back to antiquity. Some of the oldest references for mastic are credited to …
Chios is the fifth largest of the Greek islands situated in the North Aegean region. It is at the crossroads of West and East. From the magnificent mountains of the North to the protected valleys of the South, from the pristine shores of the West to the cosmopolitan resorts of the East, Chios arises from …
Upon reaching Lefkada, what catches the eye is the emblematic Kastro. A Medieval structure, right in the footsteps of the island. You find yourself at the inviting peninsula, separating Lefkada from Epirus and Akarnania. Instead of walking through the vast iron bridge connecting the island to the mainland, you should head right to the Venetian …
Athens is a city with rich history, traced back to the antiquity. Concepts like Philosophy, Democracy, Politics and Arts flourished on this ground and shaped the world as we know it. So it is only fair that Athens National Archaeological Museum has a lot to say. It is a museum located in the center of …
Mylopotamos is one of the most famous and picturesque villages in Kithira. There are various sights and attractions there to see, including the ruins of the medieval times. And the landscapes are quite remarkable! Let alone the fact that there is significant historic value in the wider area. Traces of past civilizations, influences from the …
In the northeastern part of Kithira lies Paleochora. This has been the former capital of the island, under the name of Agios Dimitrios. It is built on the foot of a hill and bears medieval characteristics. It is no wonder why it has been called Mystras of Kithira, since the Monemvasians were the ones who …
The Olympic Flame is a symbol recognized to the depths of the world. A symbol that represents the noble concept of the Olympic Games and passes on from one generation to the next. Fire is a purifying element on its own and has marked the beginning of civilization on Earth. So its use in the …
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, …
Greece is a country with great history. Its civilization flourished early on and thus cast its light all over the world. As the years went by, Greece became a beacon of philosophy, art and culture. Fundamental ideas that have shaped modern society have their roots in the Athenian philosophers. At the same time, classic architecture …
The history of Serifos is linked to the mines, remnants of which are still vivid to the island and function as a travel-machine back to a glorious but also harsh past. Its harbors have been formed as loading stations of its minerals, while the whole social and economic life of the island is intertwined with …
World Travel Awards 2018 took place on June 30th and the results have been stunning for Greece as discussed here. Athens has been granted the award of Europe’s Leading City Break Destination 2018, which to some was long overdue. The modern facilities and the historic value of monuments available to travelers, the rich heritage and …
Jackie Kennedy and Greece are strongly bound with each other. The elegant, ethereal former First Lady Jackie was eternally impressed by the glory and history of Greece. Even though she had not visited the country till the 1960s, it still lured her a great deal. So as JFK’s wife she was able to travel half …
Anafiotika In the very center of Athens, an absolute “blue” getaway is the alleys of Anafiotika -a handful of Cycladic houses on the northern-east side of the sacred rock of the Acropolis- which are part of the old historical neighborhood of Plaka and reminds a quiet walk in a Cycladic island. Historically, during the kingship …