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From blue-domed churches looking out over the collapsed caldera of a volcano to monasteries perched atop impossible cliffs, Greece has some of the most evocative landscapes in the world. Across its chunk of land on the Balkan Peninsula and its …
If you’ve read my previous post about Mykonos you’ll know that I like Mykonos. But I am aware that it does have the reputation for being a playground for the rich and famous – it’s certainly possible to go there …
Areopoli is a town in Mani on the south of Peloponnese in Greece. For years it has been a financial and cultural center and played a crucial role in the development of the whole area. Pages of Greek history are …
So you have decided to spend your summer vacation in Greece and visit the relatively lesser-known islands of Paros and Naxos. And here comes the happy dilemma: which one do you choose for your vacation? Paros or Naxos? They are …
Mykonos or Santorini? When anyone talks about the Greek islands, we think of the iconic whitewashed houses with bright doors and shutters, the bright white churches with blue domes, the winding paved paths, and the gorgeous views over the sun-kissed …
Located five kilometers west of Sparta, at the foot of Mount Taygetos, Mystras is considered to be one of the most important historical sites in the Peloponnese. The site boasts a rich history that stretches from the 13th to the …
The ancient town of Olympia, situated in the Elis region in the north-west of the Peloponnese peninsula, dates to the end of the final Neolithic period (4th millennium BC), and it is widely considered one of the most important birthing …
Every civilization needs a place to worship the divine. The ancient Greeks were no exception. The ancient Greek temple had one primary function: to provide shelter for the statues of the gods. It was believed that in the statues dwelled …
As winter is coming and the temperature is dropping I decided to visit the popular town of Kalavrita. This picturesque town is located in north Peloponnese on the slope of mountain Helmos. It is only 191 km away from Athens …
The Greek capital of Athens is built upon seven spectacular hills, all of which have their own fantastic, unique, and compelling history, and brilliant ancient myths associated with them. Whether you are fascinated by the heritage and culture of each …