The Messosporitissa Festivity, celebrated at ancient ruins in Greece, has been recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. This event, observed on November 21, is a significant part of Greek Orthodox Christianity, focusing on community, agriculture, and nature. The ritual involves the blessing of wheat, olive oil, and wine, and serves to reinforce community ties while highlighting the importance of respecting the natural world.
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During the construction of a water pipeline on the Greek island of Euboea, workers uncovered a stunning 2,400-year-old mosaic depicting dancing satyrs. This artwork, dating back to the mid-fourth century BCE, features two mythical figures playing music and dancing, offering a fascinating glimpse into ancient Greek culture and artistic expression. The mosaic was found in Eretria, an ancient town on Euboea, and is in exceptional condition. To protect the site, construction has been rerouted, and the mosaic is now covered for preservation.
Archaeologists in the village of Stobreč have unearthed a monumental 2,000-year-old Greek rampart, or defensive…
Move over travel agents – Greece just got its very own virtual tour guide, and she’s ready to make your trip unforgettable. Her name? Pythia. This AI-powered assistant is here to take the stress out of planning your next Greek adventure.
Archaeologists found some massive ruins in Samikon and identified a 2,600-year-old temple within a long-lost sanctuary of Poseidon, photos show. Photo from the Greek Ministry of Culture and Sports
French fashion house Dior has promoted the surreal beauty of Milos with a recent photoshoot and correlating video, captured on the Greek island as part of the presentation of its Grecian Cruise Collection 2022.
The President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou visited the island of Karpathos on Sunday, to attend the…
Picture perfect beaches, ancient ruins and mouth watering foods like sheftalies, halloumi and flaounes -…
The Epirus region is today divided in two - liberated Epirus in Greece and Northern…
Ancient ruins can take us back in time, providing historians, archaeologists and visitors alike with…