Sicily

Greek-Owned Ship Seized with 850kg of Cocaine in Venice

Greek-Owned Ship Seized with 850kg of Cocaine in Venice

Italian authorities have intercepted Greek-owned ship, 'Atlas', a vessel owned by Laskaridis Shipping, laden with a staggering 850kg of cocaine…

4 weeks ago

Unveiling Greece & Beyond: Top 10 Most-Searched European Travel Destinations

Europe's Top 10 Most-Searched Travel Destinations Europe, steeped in rich history, captivating landscapes, and diverse cultures, has long been a…

2 months ago

Giant Statue Returns to Ancient Greek Archaeological Site in Sicily

After 20 years of study, research and restoration, the telamon (Atlantean), a colossal anthropomorphic statue that supported the architrave of…

3 months ago

Agrigento, Sicily: The Largest Greek Doric Temple of Zeus Ever Built Was Restored

The monumental statue that served as a column in the temple of Zeus is located in the Valley of the…

3 months ago

2,000-Year-Old Frieze Recovered from Temple of Zeus

Centuries after its disappearance, a fragment of the Temple of Zeus in Sicily emerges from the depths! Dive into the…

3 months ago

FLASHBACK: Dolce & Gabbana brought Ancient Greece alive in Sicily

It was a warm summer in 2019 when Italian fashion legends Dolce & Gabbana unveiled their Ancient Greece inspired collection.…

4 months ago

Magna Graecia calls out to Greece: Sicily, the largest "Greek" island in the Mediterranean

Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean with a great and rich history, is well known for many reasons besides…

4 months ago

2023 Escape Plans: Greece Reigns, Orlando Enchants - Where Brits are Heading

Sun-kissed beaches, ancient ruins, and vibrant culture – it's no surprise that Greece reigns supreme as Britain's most-searched travel destination…

4 months ago

Greeks of Italy's Magna Graecia: "We don't feel Greek, we are Greek because no one can change our DNA"

Something great is happening on the other side of the Ionian. We are talking about Southern Italy and Sicily, or…

4 months ago

The Iconic Ancient Greek Theatre of Taormina

The Ancient Theatre of Taormina, also known as Teatro antico di Taormina, is an impressive historical site located in Taormina,…

6 months ago

Konstantinos Argiros in Sicily - See the photos

Konstantinos Argiros posted photos of him from his trip to Sicily. The singer uploaded many snapshots from his stay on…

7 months ago

Unfinished Marble Lion's Head Water Spout Unearthed in Ancient Greek City of Selinunte, Sicily

A recent archaeological excavation in Sicily led by Professor Dr. Jon Albers of Ruhr University Bochum uncovered a remarkable artifact—a…

7 months ago

Fires: Sicily and Malta have been covered in smoke from fires in Greece - See map

Not only has Athens been covered in smoke due to the fires affecting areas from Alexandroupoli to Parnitha and Menidi,…

9 months ago

Fires in Sicily: Two dead - The 2500-year-old Ancient Doric temple of Segesta is at risk

The situation in Sicily is dramatic, where more than 50 fire fronts remain active, causing evacuations and the closure of…

10 months ago

A more than 2000-year-old ancient Greek altar was found in the archaeological site of Segesta in Sicily

ROME : An ancient Greek altar for family worship dating back more than 2,000 years has been found in the…

11 months ago

Greek Coin Smuggler, Dealer of 'World's Most Expensive Coin' Arrested for Grand Larceny in New York

After being arrested for smuggling ancient Greek coins in 1992, Italian coin dealer Italo Vecchi, has been charged for possession…

11 months ago

New DNA study confirms the modern populations of southern Italy, Sicily, Greece and Cyprus are similar!

A brand new DNA study found that the modern populations of southern Italy, Sicily, Greece and Cyprus have very close…

1 year ago

Sicily Naxos coin recovered following the arrest of a British auction house director

The director of a London-based auction house was arrested in New York City in January on charges relating to his…

1 year ago

FLASHBACK: Dolce & Gabbana brought Ancient Greece alive in Sicily

It was a warm summer in 2019 when Italian fashion legends Dolce & Gabbana unveiled their Ancient Greece inspired collection.…

1 year ago

'Fagan' fragment from Sicily permanently restored within eastern frieze of Parthenon

The "Fagan Fragment" returned to Greece from the Antonino Salinas Regional Archaeology Museum in Palermo, Sicily has been permanently restored…

2 years ago