Tag: Amorgos

Chora Amorgos

Amorgos: A Greek Paradise at Risk?

The serene island of Amorgos, once a hidden gem in the Cyclades, is now facing the threat of overtourism. The proposed construction of a cruise ship terminal in the island's main port, Katapola, has sparked heated debate among locals. Critics argue that the development will irrevocably alter the island's character and damage its pristine environment.

The Enchanted Greek Islands: Must See Gems for 2024

The Enchanted Greek Islands: Must See Gems for 2023

In the realm of infinite possibilities, where the whispers of ancient gods still echo in the wind, choosing which Greek islands to visit can seem an inhumanely impossible decision. Fortunately however, for us mere mortals with Greek summer on the horizon, renowned travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler has recently published a list of ‘The 26 best Greek islands to visit in 2023'.

Nikos Gatsos Six Songs of Holy Week

Nikos Gatsos: The Six Songs of Holy Week

The six songs of the Holy Week sequence, "Days of the Epitaph", is a tribute to Christ by Nikos Gatsos, one of the greatest Greek poets of the 20th century, who feels that Christ's sacrifice was the ultimate manifestation of God's love for people. All six songs are interspersed with frequent quotations, sometimes slightly modified, from the Bible and other religious texts, expressing the poet's conviction that Christ is the only hope for mankind.