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Greatest Greek Women of All Time

Greatest Greek Women of All Time

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.

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Costas Cacoyannis Cyprus composer violin

Costas Cacoyannis, Cyprus’ Most Prolific Composer

In Cyprus, the work of Cacoyannis is everywhere. One can barely go to the cinemas or switch on the TV without hearing his music. Greek City Times speaks to this incredibly talented man, to learn more about his fascinating journey to becoming one of Cyprus’s most prolific composers.

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On this day in 2015, Demis Roussos passes away aged 68

On this day in 2015, Demis Roussos passes away aged 68

Roussos was born and raised in Alexandria, Egypt in a Greek family. His father George (Yorgos Roussos) was a classical guitarist and an engineer and his mother Olga was a singer; her family also originally came from Greece.