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Reading Greece: Antonis Tsokos – “Only through poetry can we imagine a world without prejudices and inequalities”
Antonis Tsokos was born in Athens in 1976. His first poetry collection titled Swing with the stars was published in 2013, followed by One more drink, Charles, Hours of plural insomnia, and From Emmanouil Benaki to midnight, all by Gavriilides Books. His poems have been translated into German and hav...
Sarakosti : A guide to Greek Lent
The Great Lent is a period of grief and restraint, observed by Christians in preparation for the feast of Easter. It is meant to echo the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert and resisted the temptations of Satan, before beginning his public ministry. In Greek, it is called Megali Tessarakosti,...
Explore Methana: A Volcanic Haven of Hiking Trails, Thermal Springs, and Ancient Charm
The Methana Peninsula, attached to Northeastern Peloponnese by an isthmus in the Saronic Gulf, features two steep volcanic slopes and is a volcano that emerged from the sea 3-6 million years ago. Visitor can explore a stunning volcanic landscape with dense vegetation, coastal villages, and diverse ...