Greek Culture

Contemporary Greek culture and traditions are very rich and diverse, reflecting Greece’s location at the crossing point where the West meets the East and the country’s great and turbulent history.

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Byzantine-Era Monastery with Unique Greek Mosaic Discovered in Southern Israel

A 1,500-year-old Byzantine-era monastery has been discovered in southern Israel, featuring a remarkable mosaic with an ancient Greek inscription from the Book of Deuteronomy. Uncovered near Kiryat Gat, the site reveals the region’s rich historical significance and includes vibrant images and structures dating back to the Roman and Byzantine periods.

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British woman with her Greek partner at the British Museum, apologizes and the internet reacts

The video may be just a classic silly video from the thousands that are uploaded to TikTok, but it nevertheless shows that even in England there is a latent sense that they have stolen ancient artifacts from other countries, and that this is not ethically right. It also shows that in Greece, 222 years after the sculptures were removed from the Parthenon and placed in the British Museum, even the younger generations of Greeks have not forgotten and are asking for their return.

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Tasoulas: Orthodoxy Unites Half of Europe Through Culture and Faith

Orthodoxy, a cornerstone of cultural and spiritual heritage for nearly half of Europe, plays a vital role in shaping the continent’s identity, according to Greek Parliament President Konstantinos Tasoulas. During a meeting with Romanian MP Ioan Vulpescu, Tasoulas emphasized Orthodoxy’s enduring influence on modern Europe, while Vulpescu highlighted its importance in addressing contemporary challenges like the global economic crisis.

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3,000-Year-Old Bronze Age “Mega Fortress” in the Caucasus Stumps Archaeologists with Its Mysterious Purpose

A monumental Bronze Age “mega fortress” known as Dmanisis Gora has been discovered in the Caucasus Mountains, perplexing archaeologists with its vast size and enigmatic purpose. Dating back approximately 3,000 years, this colossal fortified settlement appears to have been built with both outer and inner defensive walls that operated together. Although it may have functioned as a seasonal refuge, the lack of artifacts suggests its occupation and role remain a mystery.

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Greece and UK Close to Landmark Marbles Deal

Confidential negotiations have yielded significant progress, though a formal deal has yet to be sealed.

Key discussions center on permanently housing the sculptures at Athens’ Acropolis Museum while offering major Greek artifacts for extended exhibitions in London.

However, the discussions envision that not all pieces removed by Lord Elgin will return.

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First Paleolithic Use of Peat and Dung as Fuel Discovered in a Cave in Greece

A recent study has shed new light on the combustion structures and fuels used by the cave inhabitants during the Middle and Upper Paleolithic. Through microscopic analysis of thin films and microchemical studies, researchers have discovered that the combustion layers contain large amounts of carbonized fibrous organic matter of non-woody plant origin and very little charcoal.

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Nicholas Galitzine Credits Greek Heritage for Creating Collective Community as New Emporio Armani Global Fragrance Ambassador

Nicholas Galitzine, the new global fragrance ambassador for Emporio Armani, attributes much of his ability…