On October 28, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of the Protection of the Theotokos, the Mother of God and Ever-Virgin Mary. The feast-day of the Holy Protection of the…
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For anyone heading to Athens, the Acropolis is a definite must-see. We have put together some interesting facts to shine even more light on this monument which is a universal symbol of civilisation and one of the greatest architectural complexes to ever be built.
Due to the outstanding success of its Greek Groups for Kids, worldwide online school Greek Lessons Online is set to open more group classes for children this coming October to meet growing demand.
Made with love and guided by faith, the beautiful creations of Pisti are meaningful cultural gifts that are custom-made by inspiring 23 year old Greek-Australian artist Georgia Xirocostas.
Four Greek cities have been named European Capitals of Culture since the inception of the award in 1985, standing out amongst all other cities in Europe for their rich history and cultural contribution to the world; and winning more awards in total than any other country.
The final version of the Greek language-learning platform “StaEllinika” was launched by the Secretary General for Public Diplomacy & Greeks Abroad of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ioannis Chrysoulakis on Tuesday. The…
Greece’s well-loved and popular Archaeological Museum of Pella was awarded the 2020 Traveler’s Choice Award by international travel site Tripadvisor. The accolade recognises some of the best attractions, businesses and places to…
The 2020 San Francisco Greek Film Festival will feature virtual screenings and a drive-in event this year due to the pandemic. The virtual + drive-in event is taking place between October 3-10. The online film…
Mark October 12 in your calendars! Award-winning Greek Australian television program Meraki TV will be returning to your screens. Renowned for its exclusive interviews, wide variety of entertainment, Kids corner, mini documentaries…
For Greeks, filotimo is something that has been passed through generations, it’s inherited in our DNA. Could this age-old noun encapsulating the highest of Greek virtues be the key to ending this ‘age of loneliness’?
Inspired by the recognition that Kastellorizio’s once thriving culture was being lost and scattered, Nick Bogiatzis’ latest book ‘Kastellorizian Jewellery. A Dispersed Archive of a Past Culture’ provides an absorbing and informative insight into the island’s jewellery.
The first day of the Church New Year is also called the beginning of the Indiction. The term Indiction comes from a Latin word meaning, “to impose.” It was originally applied to…
On this day, August 31, in 1056 AD, Byzantine Empress Theodora Porphyrogenita passed away. Theodora was the youngest daughter of Byzantine Emperor Constantine VII and Empress Helena, born in 980 AD. “Born…
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis participated in a video conference with Greek kids all over the world, as well as children of different nationalities learning Greek. Mitsotakis spoke with students and teachers…
On June 24 the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Nativity of Agios Ioannis the Baptist and Forerunner. Six months before his appearance in Nazareth to the All-holy Virgin Mary, the great Gabriel,…
Coffee is a part of Greek culture and over the warmer months, Greeks are known for spending hours sipping on their iced coffee. Whether it’s for a morning pick me up, an…
There is an old Greek saying “Ouzo makes the spirit” and in true Greek style, it’s paired with food, music and lively conversation. A glass of Ouzo is the perfect companion to…
His conviction that history will call Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew as “Great” was expressed by His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia. And he explained that this was because, during the almost 30 years…
Saint Bartholomew was one of the Twelve Apostles, and had Galilee as his homeland; this is all that is known of him for certain according to the history of the Gospels. Concerning…
The Komboloi is known to be a favourite pastime for many Greeks and used as a way to relax their mind and soul. Yet the history of the Komboloi and its origins date…