During this year’s Carnival, all the roads of Thessaloniki will lead to Sohos. The most outstanding celebration of Central Macedonia, maybe also of the whole Northern Greece, is the Carnival. This carnival celebration is undoubtedly the most traditional one, as the goat-looking “Koudounoforoi” (men wearing bells around their waist) of Sohos have an immediate connection to Ancient Greece, land fertility and God Dionysus.It would be a shame to stay in Thessaloniki on Carnival Sunday, instead of pa

© Ran Berkovich @berko, UnsplashGreece may not be the first place in the world that comes to mind when you think about coffee, but the Greeks love their coffee. Coffee is an integral part of Greek culture, and I can’t think of many other better places in the world to sit and enjoy coffee than in a taverna in Greece.Greece is renowned for its beautiful islands, idyllic beaches, white painted villages and great food. It isn’t so much known for its coffee, but it should be, because it is distinctiv

Although Marathon is a small village in Eastern Attica, it has a rich historical heritage. It is marked by the ancient battle of Marathon (490BC), a pivotal historical moment in the universal history, and by the Marathon Run, a long distance race that today takes place worldwide.In Marathon exist two worth visiting museums and several landmarks related with the battle and the Run. In the Archaeological Museum of Marathon you will admire the Marathon trophy that was erected on the Marathon plain,

The capital of Greece, Athens, has always been known for its combination of historical, yet edgy beauty. In the past, few people have visited the city due to political woes making it less appealing to tourists. However, in recent years, tourists are now able to see beyond the economic and political low that the city once experienced and instead, see the strong culture within the city. If you’re thinking of booking a trip to Athens, here’s a few reasons to do it.1. The locals are extremely friend

Storytelling is at the heart of everything we do, and the arena for our bold productions is the greater outdoors space. From the amazing Castle of Mytilene, an old whorehouse, a restored Ottoman hammam, a boats’ cemetery at the port of Eleusis, to a neoclassical mansion in Ermoupolis, the terrace of Saint Trinity Church at the medieval settlement of Ano Syros or the ambitious canvas of an entire city, our vision and ambition is to bring people and art together in the public space.The local commu

Close to home, yet a world apart in scenery, climate and culture, Greece and its islands offer newlyweds idyllic honeymoon destinations.Santorini Oia at SunsetWith its reputation for dazzling panoramas, romantic sunsets and volcanic-sand beaches, it’s hardly surprising that Santorini is popular for honeymoons and destination weddings.Part of the Cyclades island group, Santorini sits in the Aegean Sea, roughly halfway between Athens and Crete. Once circular, a volcanic eruption caused the centre

© Andreas Kamoutsis, CNN GreecePerched on a promontory overlooking the archaeological site of Eleusis stands a small church dedicated to the Virgin Mary (Panagia in Greek, meaning the All-holy One). It was first mentioned in a letter, written in 1794, but it seems likely that it was built much earlier. The bell tower was added in the 19th century. The church is famous for the festival that takes place on 21 November, to commemorate the Presentation of the Virgin Mary in the Temple. The feast day

In the center of Athens there is a graffiti that says “Athens is the new Berlin”, and this is quite true, especially when it’s about the night life, the graffiti, and the urban vividness of the city.  But for me Athens can’t be compared with Berlin, not that it’s not great enough like Berlin, it just shouldn’t be compared with any other city. This city has its own unique spirit. It has its own urban life style that is perfectly combined with the Greek culture and the smoothness of every southern

The world known Acropolis of Athens holds some secrets that most people aren’t aware of… Are you curious to learn more? Let’s see 5 lesser known facts from the long and exciting history of the most impressive landmark in Greece. 1. Who could imagine that Socrates, the great Athenian philosopher was among the stonemasons who worked in the construction of this architectural wonder?2. How much time do you think that it took back then to construct a single column? Well, no less than 19.000 man-hours

Athens is a playground for the culturally curious traveller. There are tons of museums to visit, for every interest; from antiquity to modern times, Athens history is fascinating and diverse. What to see? Where to go first? We have selected our top 3 recommendations.The Acropolis Museum, the National Archaeological Museum and the Museum of the City of Athens will help you put the long and exciting history of Athens in a timeline, from its early development in antiquity until its modern rebirth i

Knossos is the ultimate culture buff’s destination. The greatest centre of the Minoan culture lies just a short drive from the city of Heraklion. It is a magnificent landmark of unique natural and cultural beauty. I had the pleasure to visit Knossos last summer and I was altogether charmed. I was in Crete with my family and we all know that surviving family vacations can at times prove challenging. Time was my enemy; my dad, who had followed us unwillingly to the archaeological site, was grumpy

The ferry reaches Ios. A new island, a new home in the middle of the Aegean.Athina works at the excavation of the prehistoric settlement of Skarkos. Happiness. She spends the whole year out in the field with her hands in the earth, excavating, touching, writing. Cycladic fresh air, sun and clear thoughts.At home, a tiny workshop, music, toy models, hot coffee, a bold idea and more, crazy ones. Athina and Jose’s eyes are shining. They talk about toys, they make toys, and, before going to bed, the

Neo-Gothic buildings are rare in Athens. Their architecture is a revival of the Gothic style, used in Western Europe. With their pointed arches, towers and dark grey color,  they invite us to dive into their dark romanticism. Here I present  neo-Gothic buildings that have religious reference.The Anglican Church, was built in the center of Athens, between the years 1838-1843, in order to meet the needs of the followers of the Anglican Church, who lived at that time in the capital. Foreigners, kno

A photographic image by George Tatakis, founding member of Reflex Photographers, taken in Olympos Karpathos, represented Greece at the open-air exhibition Another Europe at Kings Cross, London, between July 12 and August 9, 2018.The exhibition is organized by the Austrian Cultural Forum of London in cooperation with the European Commission Representation in the United Kingdom and EUNIC at one of Londons most iconic landmarks, Kings Cross. The exhibition is going to tour around Europe. ANOTHER EU

For the past 60 years, Mykonos is a glamorous VIP destination that attracts the international jet-set. Be it for its alluring cosmopolitan character and vibrant night scene or the incredible natural beauties and its captivating traditional side, the undeniable truth is that Mykonos is a must-visit island, especially if you are into quintessential luxury experiences and unlimited pampering. From shopping to high-end boutiques and dining at Michelin-star restaurants to enjoying some of the most af

If theres one destination that can be beautiful even after all the volcanic eruptions, it has to be Santorini. Shaped like a crescent, Santorini is the icon of Greece and the island is incredibly famous worldwide & needs no introduction. The immense popularity is also the reason for the huge influx of travellers. While most of the tourist places in Santorini are crowded all the time, there are still some secret getaways that best reflect the true nature of the island.MegalochoriAdorned with

Greece is known for its good food, friendly people, interesting archaeological sites, vibrant nightlife, and relaxing beaches. It is one of the world’s most popular destinations, raking in the top 20 most-visited countries. In 2016 alone, it welcomed almost 25 million visitors!The country has a long history. The first advanced civilizations to live in Greece were the Cycladic Civilization – comprising most of the Cycladic islands – and the Minoan Civilization – comprising Crete and Santorini.But

Greece is a fantastic location for hiking and trekking, with many locations little known to travellers. There are hiking routes that go through luscious forests, ending up to amazing blue water beaches, along with paradise-like routes through waterfalls, rivers, and canyons. There is actually a huge range of options and locations, suitable both for the avid hiker and the novice one. Do you prefer to end up in traditional villages with picturesque small coffee shops and taverns serving delicious

We visited the most popular Greek oracle in Delphi to find out who will win the world cup. In the ancient world, prophecies were very popular. The most prominent prophecy happened in Delphi at the Temple of the God Apollo, located on the slopes of the Parnassos Mountains in Central Greece. It was worth the 2.5-hour drive from Athens, not only to see the ruins but to get some important answers.The Oracle of Delphi is probably the most famous oracle in the world. In ancient times, no important dec

Lesvos has a long tradition in the ouzo production and the village of Plomari is considered to be the homeland of ouzo. Production started in the 19th century and continues until today. The island is endowed with fertile land and a big variety of plants and herbs. This, combined with the geographical position of Lesvos, at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, helped the local producers to produce and market ouzo of excellent quality. The population of Plomari, consisting of cosmopolitan seamen and