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 southern Europe where 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 …
Visiting Greece, you will notice that too many coffee shops exist. This is because coffee culture is prevalent in the country, starting from bakeries that serve coffee to fast foods. Coffee lovers can find quality coffee shops to enjoy their breakfast in the morning. But which are the types of coffees that serve and which …
Visiting Greece in summer to enjoy its natural beauties, the sun, the beaches, the hospitality, and the cuisine, you may want to shop for some Greek clothing brands. Greece had a huge textile production back in the ’70s, and 80’s that was exported to Europe until China’s dominance. Today, Greek clothing brands are less than …
The climate of Greece is one of the best in the world! On average, days of sunshine are around 260 days per year. Especially, south of the country has even more like the islands of Crete or Rhodes. Even Athens has more days than average, which makes it an ideal city-break destination. Also, it’s an …
Greece is a tourist destination not only for the summertime but, for all seasons around. Except for the archaeological treasures, amazing islands, and beaches, Greece has rich nature to explore. One of these is the gorges, they have crystal clear rivers whose water you can even drink. Theoretical rocks that almost touch the sky. Spectacular …
