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Professor Maria Efthymiou Lectures in Istanbul to Mark International Greek Language Day

The Consulate General of Greece in Istanbul marked International Greek Language Day with two special events featuring Professor Maria Efthymiou. A key lecture, attended by Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, highlighted the 3,500-year legacy of the Greek language and its deep ties to maritime culture. Professor Efthymiou also led a history lesson for Greek students, reinforcing the language’s enduring influence. The events celebrated Hellenism’s rich linguistic and cultural heritage, connecting Greek communities in Istanbul and Imvros.