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Aegina invites you on a weekend escape

Apr 10, 2024 | Destinations

Beyond its busy port, Aegina has the seductive, casual character of a typical Greek island, but...

Discover Kavala, the “Blue City”

Mar 12, 2024 | Destinations

Kavala, Northern Greece’s “Blue City”, is a charming destination that has...

Metsovo | The compelling charm of a traditional Epirus town

Jan 23, 2024 | Destinations

Perched at an altitude of 3,280 feet (1,160 metres) above sea level, on the slopes of the Pindus...

Nymfaio | The Northern Greek village straight out of a fairytale

Jan 19, 2024 | Destinations

Thanks to its traditional architecture, with stone houses and charming cobbled streets, and its unique natural environment, thetraditional village of Nymfaio is one of the best vacation destinations in Greece, not only in winter but all year round.

Wine routes of Crete

Nov 28, 2023 | Destinations

In modern times, Cretan wine has won the attention and preference of the broader consumer public. Cretan wines are a precious legacy of traditional varieties, perfectly adapted to the island’s climate conditions. Cretan vineyards cover 12.8% of Greece’s wine regions and rank 3rd among the country’s 9 wine-growing areas.

Spectators return to Larissa’s Ancient Theater after centuries

Nov 22, 2023 | Destinations

“The Ancient Theater of Larissa is finally given back to the citizens, decades after the restoration work began, ready to be part of the city’s life.” With these words, Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni handed over the newly restored monument to the citizens of Larissa in September 2023, after more than 22 centuries.

Caves of Kastania and Agios Nikolaos Geopark

Nov 3, 2023 | Destinations

In the southern part of the Peloponnese is the Cape Maleas peninsula,which features some impressive geological formations. Among them we find the caves of Kastania, one of Greece’s most impressive cave systems, and the Agios Nikolaos Geopark with its unique petrified forest.

Cycladic architecture, stunningly blending with the endless blue of the Aegean sea

Nov 1, 2023 | Culture & Society, Destinations

Influenced by the Greek islands’ history, landscape and climate, the unique Cycladic architecture is a brilliant mix of cubic houses, blue-domed churches, cobblestone streets and iconic windmills.