Filming for Greece’s Eurovision entry “Asteromata” is underway, featuring dramatic visuals and symbolic locations. The video connects the modern and ancient worlds by showcasing both a Pontic Greek village and the iconic Temple of Poseidon.
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Explore the captivating world of Momogeroi, an ancient form of street theatre originating from the Pontic Greeks. This vibrant tradition makes a presence at Sydney’s annual Epiphany Festival, where you can discover its cultural significance and timeless charm.
A monument honoring Greeks from Pontus and Asia Minor in Thessaloniki has been vandalized and a metal sculpture stolen. Police are investigating the incident and reviewing security footage. The municipality believes the act was either motivated by metal theft or disrespect towards the memory of refugees.
A CNN Travel article celebrating the Panagia Sumela Monastery in Turkey has sparked outrage among Pontic Greek communities for allegedly whitewashing history and promoting Turkish propaganda. Critics accuse the article of ignoring the forced conversion and persecution of Pontic Greeks under Ottoman rule, as well as the Turkish government’s ongoing restrictions on religious freedom.
On Saturday, the Greek village of Sartana (15km northeast of Mariupol) in Donetsk celebrated 243…
The Academy of Athens and the General Secretariat for Greeks Abroad & Public Diplomacy of…
