Greek-Australian MP Stathis Georganas delivered a symbolic address in Greek inside Australia’s Federal Parliament as February 9 gained international recognition as World Greek Language Day.
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UNESCO has officially declared 9 February as World Greek Language Day, with Australia among the key co-sponsors. The decision highlights the global influence of the Greek language and celebrates the deep cultural ties shared between Greece and Australia’s vibrant Greek diaspora.
At the 221st session of the Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and…
The Hymn to Liberty, Greece’s national anthem, is more than a song—it’s a testament to the nation’s fight for freedom. Penned by Dionysios Solomos in 1823 and set to music by Nikolaos Mantzaros, its powerful lyrics, born during the struggle against Ottoman rule, continue to inspire. Learn the words to connect with Greece’s soul.
UNESCO’s executive board has designated February 9 as “World Greek Language Day,” honoring the 1857 death of Greece’s national poet, Dionysios Solomos, and celebrating the language’s global cultural significance.
On the occasion of Greece’s National Day, which celebrates the anniversary of its War of…
Why Does Greece Celebrate This Poet Every Year? Unraveling the Legacy of Dionysios Solomos
February 9 has officially been declared as International Greek Language Day and is a day for Greeks and non-Greeks to celebrate the important role the Greek language has played in world culture.
The lyrics for the anthem come from the epic 158-stanza poem by Dionysios Solomos in…
Nikos Xylouris, Cretan nickname: Psaronikos, was a Greek singer, Cretan Lyra player and composer, who was and remains to this day among the most renowned and beloved Greek folk musicians of all time
On the occasion of Greece’s National Day, which celebrates the anniversary of its War of…
Why Does Greece Celebrate This Poet Every Year? Unraveling the Legacy of Dionysios Solomos
Nikos Xylouris, Cretan nickname: Psaronikos, was a Greek singer, Cretan Lyra player and composer, who was and remains to this day among the most renowned and beloved Greek folk musicians of all time
February 9 has officially been declared as International Greek Language Day and is a day for Greeks and non-Greeks to celebrate the important role the Greek language has played in world culture.
On the occasion of the National Day of Greece, where the country celebrates the anniversary…
The Greek National Anthem, also referred to as the Hymn to Liberty or the Hymn…
February 9 has officially been declared as International Greek Language Day and is a day for Greeks and…
Nikos Xylouris (Νίκος Ξυλούρης), nicknamed Psaronikos (Ψαρονίκος) was one of the most talented voices and composers…
February 9 has officially been declared as International Greek Language Day and is a day for Greeks and…
Vassilis Papadopoulos, author, diplomat and current Chief of Staff of the Greek Presidency under President…
The President of the Hellenic Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou honoured national Greek poet Dionysios Solomos, on…
Greek poets George Seferis and Dionysios Solomos were honoured in the Italian city of Bologna…
The Greek National Anthem, also referred to as the Hymn to Liberty or the Hymn…
On the occasion of the National Day of Greece, where the country celebrates the anniversary…
The Secretariat General for Public Diplomacy and Greeks Abroad of the Greek Ministry of Foreign…
Nikos Xylouris (Νίκος Ξυλούρης), nicknamed Psaronikos (Ψαρονίκος) was one of the most talented voices and composers…
Greece’s Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister and representative for Greeks Abroad, Kostas Vlasis, has issued a message…
Dionysios Solomos is the national poet of Greece – not only because he wrote the…
February 9 has officially been declared as International Greek Language Day and is a day for Greeks and…
On the occasion of the National Day of Greece, where the country celebrates the anniversary…
