On Sunday, November 2, entry to all state-run archaeological sites and museums in Greece will be free, marking the start of the winter season of free cultural Sundays that run from November through March.
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The famed Greek actress and cultural icon Melina Mercouri embodied the spirit of Greek women’s…
International Women’s Day, which is celebrated on March 8, 2025, provides a platform to acknowledge…
Today, 31 years ago, on March 6, 1994, Melina Mercouri passed away. Every year, this day is celebrated as Melina Mercouri Memorial Day, and in this context, entry to public museums and archaeological sites, including the Acropolis Museum, is free.
Tzeni Karezi was one of the most beloved and renowned actresses in Greece, known for…
Explore Greece’s rich cultural heritage for free! The Ministry of Culture offers free admission to archaeological sites, museums, and monuments on the first Sunday of each month from November to March, as well as on special dates like National Day and International Museum Day. Don’t miss these opportunities to connect with history and art.
One of the great women figures of Greece in the 20th century, much-loved actress, singer and politician Melina Mercouri was born on this day on 31 October 1920 in Athens.
Explore the enchanting world of Mykonos from 1959 to 1979 as captured by renowned photographer Christos Poulidis whose legendary images offer a glimpse into the island’s transformation from a serene getaway to a global hotspot.
On July 29, 1982 Melina Mercouri, Minister of Culture and Sciences of Greece, addressed the World Conference on Cultural Policies, organised by UNESCO in Mexico, telling the world the Parthenon Sculptures must be returned home to Greece.
The French Institute in Athens will pay tribute to the late Melina Mercouri tomorrow, March…
International Women’s Day, which is celebrated on March 8, 2024, provides a platform to acknowledge…
Today, February 13th, 2024, marks the centennial anniversary of the birth of Giorgos Foundas, a…
The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is an acoustic and aesthetic marvel, and all the more wondrous considering that it was created almost 2,500 years ago.
One of the great women figures of Greece in the 20th century, much-loved actress, singer and politician Melina Mercouri was born on this day on 31 October 1920 in Athens.
On July 29, 1982 Melina Mercouri, Minister of Culture and Sciences of Greece, addressed the World Conference on Cultural Policies, organised by UNESCO in Mexico, telling the world the Parthenon Sculptures must be returned home to Greece.
Three emblematic female Greek figures, Maria Callas, Melina Mercouri and the mythological Medea are the…
Greek women have played an essential role in shaping the history and culture not just of Greece, but of the world. As a tribute to International Women’s Day we honour some of the greatest Greek women who have left a lasting impact on history through their achievements.
“There will definitely be more women.” In an interview with journalist George Kouvaras aired on ‘ERTNEWS’ and ‘ERT1’ yesterday the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis said that if re-elected he plans to ensure that there are more women in parliament.
On July 29, 1982 Melina Mercouri, Minister of Culture and Sciences of Greece, addressed the World Conference on Cultural Policies, organised by UNESCO in Mexico, telling the world the Parthenon Sculptures must be returned home to Greece.
One of the great women figures of Greece in the 20th century, Melina Mercouri was…
Does the British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, secretly endorse the return of the Parthenon Sculptures…
Could cutting-edge science provide the solution to Greece’s decades- long campaign concerning the return of…
One of the greatest female figures of Greece in the 20th century, Melina Mercouri passed away on this day in 1994 at the age of 74. Here is her story.
This cafe was once a humble, but popular bakery set in nostalgic Plaka. Now it…
The oldest restaurant in Greece is located in Plaka, Athens, and it is called “The Old Tavern of Psarras” (Η Παλιά Ταβέρνα του Ψαρά), which translates to “The Old Tavern of the Fisherman” remains one of the country’s most beloved restaurants over 100 years after it first opened its doors.
One of the great women figures of Greece in the 20th century, much-loved actress, singer and politician Melina Mercouri was born on this day on 31 October 1920 in Athens.
In this week’s Parthenon Report, Don Morgan Nielsen explores the fine line between the justice of morality and conventional legal justice in the international effort to have the British Museum return the Parthenon Sculptures to Greece.
On July 29 1982, Melina Mercouri, Minister of Culture and Sciences of Greece, addressed the…
One of the great women figures of Greece in the 20th century, Melina Mercouri has…
A video titled ‘1981-2021: The History of Greece in the years of Europe – #40GreeceEU”, was posted on Twitter by the European Commission Office in Athens on May 7th, with the caption “40 Years – We are Stronger”, and it includes several of the most important moments of Greece’s time within the EU.
