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Greece's Culture Minister, Lina Mendoni, celebrated UNESCO's decision to add the picturesque Zagori region to its prestigious World Heritage List. The remote rural area, nestled in the Pindus mountains of northwestern Epirus, was recognized for its exceptional blend of Byzantine and Ottoman architectural influences.

UNESCO Recognizes Zagori’s Unique Cultural Heritage

Greece’s Culture Minister, Lina Mendoni, celebrated UNESCO’s decision to add the picturesque Zagori region to its prestigious World Heritage List. The remote rural area, nestled in the Pindus mountains of northwestern Epirus, was recognized for its exceptional blend of Byzantine and Ottoman architectural influences.

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Can a Grape Festival Save a Dying Village? Helidona Says Yes.

The quaint village of Helidona, nestled in the heart of Evrytania, Central Greece, is set to burst back to life on September 28th for the annual All-Day Grape Festival. This vibrant celebration offers a glimmer of hope for the dwindling community, which has seen its population shrink dramatically to a mere 13 permanent residents…