In the first half of the first millennium BC, the ancient Greek city-states, many of which were naval powers, began to search for lands and resources beyond Greece, establishing colonies throughout the Mediterranean. Trade contacts for ancient Greek colonies were usually the first step in the colonization process, and later, when local populations were subjugated …
Until the 7th century BC. In order for a ship to sail from the Saronic Gulf to the Ionian Sea, it had to go around the whole Peloponnese and risk the difficult passage of the Malea cape. However, in 602 BC. The tyrant of Corinth, Periander(one of seven sages in Greece), had the brilliant idea …
Apart from the high arts of Rhetoric, Poetry, Philosophy, and Architecture, Ancient Greeks also started the art of Gastronomy. The most convincing proof of this is the word “gastronomy” which comes from the Greek “gastronomy” and “law”, ie “the laws of the stomach”. Who was the first Chef ever? Table of Contents Who was the …
When Greece became an independent country in 1830, after 400 years of occupation from the Ottomans the restoration of the Parthenon temple at the Acropolis was just a dream. Some important works began with the technology of the 19th century which was partially successful. The Greek Government has created the Committee for the Conservation of …
Greece is expected this year and next year to become one of the places that will be the focus of international film production, as last year more than 30 foreign films were shot or are being shot in Greece. However, apart from the current explosion, there are also 10 movies that were filmed in Greece. …
Who was the first actor ever in the World? The poet Thespis or Thespians. He came from the Municipality of Ikaria (today’s municipality of Dionysus in the Attica region). According to ancient sources, Thespis was the first actor ever, and the father of dramatic art and theater. He was the first to introduce tragedy to …
Did you know that Athens and Lisbon are the only capitals in south Europe that every tourist can combine his trip with a visit to the beach? The prefecture of Attica land has a coastline that starts from Piraeus and ends till Cape Sounion, the Athenian Riviera which makes it 85 km long, looking to …
Everything you want to know about the best time to visit Greece for your vacation: Greece has an excellent Mediterranean climate, on average sunshine days are around 250. Winter starts from December until half of March, from April till mid-May the temperatures are around 20-25° C. After the temperature starts to rise to 30-35 ° …
Greek traditions, customs, and superstitions are still in the lives of many Greeks. Some of them date back to ancient times but, most of them are related to religion. Greek culture also includes festivals that are celebrated each year in the whole country. Below you will find a list of Greek traditions, customs, superstitions, and festivals. …
Coming to Athens for leisure, visitors can see the archaeological sites of the city and the Greek art that Museums of Athens have. New museums were opened, such as the Basil& Elise Goulandris Foundation, Museum of Illusions, Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, and the fully renovated National Gallery. Here are the Museums that you must …
