Exotic green parrots have seemingly taken over in Athens, providing a colourful note to the city. A species usually found in the Himalayas or the Sahara dessert, experts say that just one pair of these parrots can multiply into an entire, rapidly increasing colony on foreign soil.
Titled “THE ANNIVERSARY” (Η Επέτειος) ArteVisione art group and gallery from Athens has just launched a new virtual exhibition showcasing the talent of professional and amateur Greek artists, who have created portraits, paintings, sculptures, jewellery, pins, embroidery and many other handmade crafts.
The colourful stores and restaurants, the old and neo-classical buildings, and the picturesque rocky pavements of Koukaki have not gone unnoticed by some of the world’s largest media publications, which have named it the prettiest neighbourhood of Athens and one of the coolest places in Europe.
One of the most popular festivals in Greece is that of Naousa, which focuses on the custom of the Nizamikos – a Greek dance of Naousa for men. The Nizamikos danced every year at the carnival of Naousa is called “Janissaries and Boules” (Γενίτσαροι και Μπούλες).
According to reports by the Geological Society of Greece, there are more than 8,500 caves scattered all throughout Greece. Here is a list of some of the most beautiful and mysterious Greek caves, which have been recognised worldwide for their geological importance.
Dessert lovers who have indulged in the creations of the Greek confectioners, have been sharing photos of their desserts, starting a new trend, which has quickly become viral not just in Greece, but also internationally.
The globally popular series ‘Dinner with Plato’ is an invitation to a delicious journey through time, featuring Ancient Greek recipes with traditional ways of cooking.
In almost every Greek city you will find ancient monuments, sculptures or building remains that are evidence of the grand historical past of the country. Many of these monuments are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, not just because of their majestic architecture or their antiquity, but also because of their contribution to modern civilization, society, art and sciences.
A new study finds that Ancient Greek, if taught from a young age, can help in the development of the brain and cure symptoms of dyslexia.
Together with Austria, Greece is the most mountainous country in Europe. This complex terrain with the ravines of so many hundreds of mountains, has created a large number of waterfalls, both in mainland Greece and in the Greek islands. Here’s a list of the most beautiful waterfalls not to be missed whilst in Greece.
We bring to you 20+1 fun facts and a few little secrets about Greece that most people, even in Greece, may not know.
From Thessaloniki, Greece, Christos Delantonis is a name synonymous with success and luxurious design in the global automotive industry.
As Vehicle Line Manager, Christos has been responsible for the lavish, ergonomic and aerodynamic designs of the McLaren Automotive supercars.
Apart from Cyprus, here are the 10 cities around the world that have the largest populations of Greek people.
As part of the magazine’s bigger tribute to Greece, Scandinavia’s leading travel magazine Vagabond, has compiled a list of their pick of the top islands to visit in Summer 2021.
A new digital platform ergasiatesting.gov.gr will be launching very soon and will allow employers of big and small Greek business to register the human resources of their companies, so that their employees – if they wish – can request up to two free covid tests per month.
A new outdoor exhibition for the 200-year anniversary of the Greek Revolution, showcases portraits of the heroes of the 1821 Revolution was inaugurated a few days ago, at Vasilissis Sophias street in Athens, right in front of the National Gardens.
“The danger is now very intense.” Arcturos, protector of wild and endangered animals in the North of Greece, campaigns about the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on non-profit organizations and is overwhelmed by the response.
“We are about to start a unique journey and launch a new educational program on space exploration. Our school will be the first school in the world to send material to the Moon!” Moraitis School announced in a recent statement.
“Even the lockdown is more beautiful in Athens,” reads the slogan of the recent This is Athens marketing campaign by the city. Digital nomads from across the globe are relocating to work-from-home in Athens finding there the best balance between work and personal life, at an affordable price, without being deprived of the comforts and rights offered by Europe.
Architectural compositions adorn the parks, squares and sidewalks of Athens, connecting the past to the present, through ancient art that converses with a modern urban landscape. Here are the 10 most beautiful sculptures that you can visit and see in Athens today.
