Apart from the fact of having the best weather and climate conditions, wonderful beaches and rich culture, Greece is a country of great architectural significance. So, let’s start a unique journey identifying some of the most important monuments of architecture in the country, in order to explore this aspect of Greece. See the 5 most popular ones below:1) The villages on the Aegean Islands:The villages (Chores) on the Aegean Islands is the perfect example of “less is more”.  The whitewashed vill

New Years Eve is fast approaching, so everyone is wondering wheres the perfect place to be when the clock strikes midnight on December 31. If you celebrate New Years Eve in Greece, it may bring to mind images of lavish parties and much more. Theres loads of events in Greece for the entire family.Have plenty of time to enjoy the top of Lycabettus HillLycabettus Hill is the highest point of Athens. Watch fireworks exploding over the night sky for a memorable New Year’s Eve. It’s also a great place

Light, colors, scents are part of every trip… They stimulate the senses and create unique memories… The scenery and its diffused light are reflected in the photos… the aromas are enclosed in the postcards of Feel Greece… that The Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) offers you.“Send-A-Scent” is a “clever” postcard containing herbs and aromatic plants of Greece, giving the unique opportunity to the visitor to “capture” the scents and aromas of the Greek land and to travel them wherever he w

As we enter the final straight before Christmas, we suggest three particular, fir-clad villages in the Peloponnese that can be the perfect setting for atmospheric winter getaways. Zarouchla, a village located in the fir-clad Mount Helmos, two and a half hours away from Athens, is a huge hit with weekenders from the capital. A stroll in its alleys, with the stone-built tower houses, and the babbling waters of River Krathi will make you feel relaxed. The mountain streets around the village are ide

Stretching along the banks of River Lithaios and a breath away from Meteora and Pindos; picturesque, environmentally friendly (a city that loves bikes), with new interesting museums, smart-tech applications and the most successful Christmas theme park in the country, Trikala, look forward to the future with optimism.The active Municipality of Trikala is also the mastermind behind the transformation of the old  Matsopoulos Mill first into the city’s meeting point and then into the hugely successf

Around Omonoia Square, in the heart of Athens, there are still historical places where time seems to have stopped. “Stani” (10, Marikas Kotopouli Str.) is one of the few dairy shops in the city that maintained their traditional identity and were not “upgraded” into pastry shops. Try the award-winning traditional yogurt, tray-baked sweets, classic cakes, and donuts.Antonis Manolessos, a native of Santorini, followed his passion for unique flavours and set up “Bahar” (31, Evripidou Str.) next to t

If there is comfort Greek cuisine, then it is the one that is cooked in the pot, reminding everyone of homemade food. Here are some selected restaurants in Athens that are famous for their stews and casseroles.“Strofi” (25, R. Galli)Here you will enjoy a postcard-like view of the Acropolis, and dishes such as Smyrni-style pork “mastelo” cooked in a clay pot with chickpeas and anthotyro cheese, red giant beans with greens, and Corfiot-style “soffritto” veal with rosemary.“Economou” (corner of 41,

What would you say if a forest came to life in front of you, or if you became a part, for a little while, of a strange universe with creatures that live only in fairy tales? Pilobolus, who return to Athens after ten years with a performance entitled “Shadowland,” is the sibling of Momix, which was formed in 1971. Each of their performances is a show of scenic surrealism, a bold game of transformation that flirts with optical illusion. For the creation of Shadowland, Pilobolus collaborated with t

Hit the road and experience amazing natural settings and historic sites, all within a couple of hours from Athens.One of the most magical things about Athens is its disappearing act. Sure, the city has tons to offer in terms of culture, nightlife, and history, and it is no accident that it is evolving into one of the most happening city-break destinations in Europe. But sometimes one just wants to get away from that city bustle and experience more tranquil moments.Luckily that is easier than you

Thessaloniki is both Greece’s culinary capital and the perfect base for exploration, finds Neil McQuillianAs you might expect from a city that’s 2,322 years old, Thessaloniki swirls with history. Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans: they’ve all had their say here, but don’t even attempt to go about your explorations chronologically – you’ll only get giddy. For Thessaloniki’s layers fold and furl in on themselves like the filo in bougatsa, the must-try local pastry.Take the impressive Roman Rotunda, ric

Towering plane trees, dense fir forests, rivers, gorges, mountain trails and stone-built villages create an ideal destination for autumn / winter getaways.Valleys, gorges and imposing rock faces, rivers that merge, and endless forests of firs, chestnuts and towering plane trees. Small, primarily stone-built villages nestled on the slopes and in the foothills of Mount Kaliakouda and Mount Helidona complete the stunning and diverse landscapes of Karpenisi.Approximately 2,500 people live year round

For our final trip of the summer, we spent 5 days in the Ionian Islands of Greece. We visited the Greek Isles last September as well because the mobs of tourist recede, the waters are still warm and the sun shines everyday. This year, we chose the island of Paxos, known for its vivid seas, rustic landscapes and more secluded beaches than many of the more well-known islands in the area.London to Paxos​Leading up to the trip, we spent a few days in London on business. The plan was to catch the fir

In the autumn, the upland villages of Greece are at their best; in fact, some of them keep their distance from the spotlight, thus sparking the interest of real nature lovers and those fascinated by off-the-beaten-track destinations.Not far from the famous castle-city of Mystras, perched on the slopes of the majestic Mount Taygetos, you’ll find the village of Anavryti, which you will reach from Sparti. With the beautiful square with the marble fountains as your starting point, visit the stone-bu

Two hours away from Athens, Nafplio, one of the most charming cities in the Peloponnese, is a beloved destination all year round. Very close to the atmospheric historical center of the town, between the main Vassileos Konstantinou and Staikopoulou Streets, “Antonio Gambello” recently opened its doors. It is a boutique hotel that represents the intersection between past, present, modern and classic. The grand hotel, named after the Italian architect of the Venetian fortress of Bourtzi, is housed

The Year of Cultural Exchanges between Greece and China makes its presence felt in Athens, through a panorama of events for young and old, and a host of performances, concerts, shows, and exhibitions dedicated to the two distant civilizations. For the first contact with Chinese culture, visit the National Museum of Contemporary Art, which, in cooperation with the Beijing Art Museum, hosts a major art exhibition dedicated to the Xieyi free painting style until April 14. With works drawing inspira

At the corner of Nikis and Navarchou Nikodimou Streets, where the district of Syntagma meets Plaka, “333 & Chefs Workshop” is a new and interesting addition to the gastronomic map of Athens. In this all-day, small, urban-style restaurant and bar, coffee comes to the table with beignets (the traditional New Orleans doughnuts sprinkled with caster sugar). The beignets, along with the pancakes, are the pièces de résistance of the brunch, which also includes French toasts with poached egg, salmo

In Kerameikos, the beloved “alternative” neighborhood of Athens, the brand-new “Beauty Killed The Beast” (14, Paramythias Street), situated on the same street as the famous Greek gourmet restaurant “Funky Gourmet,” is already the talk of the town. In the morning it serves coffees, Valrhona chocolates, juices, and smoothies, while in the evening it turns the spotlight on aperitifs and low ABV drinks, and continues with a series of cocktails created by the trio behind the bar, namely Vassilis Rous

As the capital of the Cyclades, the town of Ermoupoli has plenty of life all year round making it a great destination for an off-season island trip. Before the boat reaches the port of Ermoupoli on Syros, you will be able to make out the lonely church of Aghios Dimitrios, looking out like a sentinel over the wind-tossed sea. On spotting the church, the boat will sound its horn three times and then the church will ‘respond’ by ringing its bells.Local legend has it that this call and response star

Less than three hours from Athens by car is an area of stunning natural beauty combining mountain lakes, evergreen forests, alpine meadows and more.“In the winter, when the lake is covered in snow, it is magical,” Apostolia Papoutsis, the president of the village of Archaia Feneos, tells me – briefly making me think that perhaps I have come at the wrong season.But any doubts are dispelled a short while later when, on the banks of the lake, I meet people who are camping, swimming, fishing, horseb

Escape to ArneaStart from the mountainous area, visiting Arnea, a famous traditional settlement- the most beautiful in Halkidiki! Wander in its alleys, visit the folklore museums, walk in the mountain paths, dream under the waterfalls, cycle in wonderful routes, shop organic honey to “sweeten and honey” your first days of your common life, taste the famous toulouba, taste organic wine of local production, see how the organic feta cheese and yogurt is made and try the most delicious dishes you ha