Greek Ministry of Culture experts prepare to travel to Ghent on Friday to examine the…
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A new cultural initiative aimed at securing European recognition for the travels of renowned Cretan…
Greece’s Ministry of Culture is upgrading the archaeological site of Aristotle’s Lyceum in Athens with…
The Greek Ministry of Culture announced the winners of the 2024 State Awards for Playwriting…
Greece’s Ministry of Culture is advancing plans to repurpose the building at 18–20 Dionysiou Areopagitou…
Greece repatriated a rare Attic marble votive relief dating to the second half of the…
Greek archaeologists continued systematic excavation and restoration works at the archaeological sites of Despotiko and…
The Ministry of Culture, the Region of Crete, the Municipality of Archanes-Asterousia and the Technical…
The Hellenic Foundation for Books and Culture (ELIVIP) is set to establish its headquarters in…
Routine construction work between the Elysium Hotel and Kefalos Beach Holiday Village in Paphos, Cyprus,…
Researchers launch AmphiPoly, a €660,000 project to digitally restore the original colors and iconography of the Kasta Tumulus in Amphipolis using 3D scanning, photogrammetry, and AI, while creating immersive VR experiences.
The Greek Ministry of Culture has announced the inclusion of three new elements in the…
On Sunday, December 7, 2025 – the first Sunday of the month – free entry to all state-run archaeological sites, museums, and monuments in Greece managed by the Ministry of Culture. The Acropolis Museum is not included and requires a paid ticket.
The Greek Ministry of Culture has announced the completion of restoration and enhancement works at…
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.
The daring theft of historic royal jewels valued at €88 million from the Louvre Museum…
Greece’s Ministry of Culture has declared 2026 the “Year of Manos Hatzidakis” to mark 100 years since the birth of the acclaimed composer. The initiative will honor Hatzidakis’s enduring influence on Greek and global music through a series of concerts, exhibitions, and educational events celebrating his artistic legacy and cultural vision.
Greece unveils the Tatoi Collections online portal, digitizing over 70,000 artifacts from the former royal estate – from ancient relics to 1960s treasures. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni hails it as “an act of knowledge bridging past and present,” transforming neglected history into a global digital heritage hub by 2026.
The iconic Odeon of Herodes Atticus in Athens will close for approximately three years following the 2025 Athens Festival to undergo essential restoration and maintenance. The Ministry of Culture says the works are necessary to address structural deterioration and preserve the ancient theatre for future generations.
Thessaloniki has unveiled an ambitious plan to connect 20 of its most significant archaeological sites and monuments through a unified cultural route. The project, announced by Culture Minister Lina Mendoni, aims to highlight the city’s rich Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Jewish heritage through redesigned pedestrian paths, green corridors, and upgraded public spaces, with completion expected by spring 2027.
Greece has enriched its National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage with 11 new elements, as announced by the Ministry of Culture, aligning with UNESCO’s 2003 Convention. From the festive bonfires of Kedara in Imathia to the intricate Tsakonika kilim weaving in Arcadia and the vibrant Mpampindent festival in Drama, these traditions highlight the diverse cultural fabric of Greek communities. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni emphasized their role in preserving collective memory and fostering intergenerational exchange, ensuring Greece’s living heritage thrives.
On September 28, 2025, the Ephorate of Antiquities of Piraeus and the Islands invites history enthusiasts to explore the ancient heart of Piraeus during the European Heritage Days. Wander through the remnants of the Long Walls, connecting Athens to its historic port, or uncover the ancient city’s layout from the sanctuary of Zeus Soter to its ancient harbor. A special tour in Drapetsona will also highlight the area’s refugee heritage, blending Greece’s ancient and modern stories in a captivating journey. All events are free, offering a unique chance to connect with Piraeus’ storied past.
In a poignant act of cultural restitution, 86 ancient Greek artifacts—ranging from Neolithic female figurines to Hellenistic gold wreaths—have been voluntarily repatriated to the Ministry of Culture by a foreign private collector. Spanning millennia, the collection includes bronze helmets, Attic ceramics, and marble idols, all hailing from diverse regions of Greece. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni hailed the gesture as a “testament to global conscience,” urging other collectors to follow suit. Once cataloged, the treasures will grace museums nationwide, breathing new life into Greece’s storied past.
The abbot of a Kalavryta monastery and his assistant were arrested after attempting to sell priceless 18th-century Byzantine icons and sacred Gospels for €200,000. Caught in a police sting, the relics, some reportedly stolen, are now under investigation by the Ministry of Culture.
The Greek Ministry of Culture has invested over €25 million in cultural heritage projects in Imathia since 2019. In Veroia, two restored churches—Saint Anne and Christ Pantocrator—were recently handed back to the community, highlighting the region’s rich Byzantine and post-Byzantine legacy.
Lena Samaras, the 34-year-old daughter of Antonis Samaras, tragically passed away from cardiac arrest after a seizure. A civil engineer educated at City University in London, she was known for her passion for tennis and her close ties to her family’s political legacy.
Greece opens 114 ancient sites for free from August 8–13, 2025, under the full moon, offering cultural events like performances, stargazing, and myth-telling, alongside moonlit visits, celebrating the nation’s rich heritage.
The Tatoi royal estate is undergoing a major restoration, with the Ministry of Culture revitalizing 34 acres of historic landscape, including the greenhouse and tennis court, to create a unified experience of history and nature.
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Greece conducted a major wildfire preparedness drill, “PERIVLEPTOS 2025,” at the historic Archaeological Site of Mystras, aiming to test emergency response systems and evacuation procedures. The exercise, attended by Ministers Lina Mendoni and Yiannis Kefalogiannis, highlights growing efforts to protect cultural heritage sites from the escalating threat of forest fires.
