Thessaloniki Explained: The History of Northern Greece’s Great Metropolis
Discover the history of Thessaloniki, founded in 315 BCE and shaped by ancient Macedon, Rome, Byzantium, Ottoman rule, Jewish life and modern Greece.
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Athens Marathon 2026: History, Route, Records and Race Guide
The complete guide to the Athens Marathon 2026, covering its remarkable history, demanding route, course records, race-day transport and the best places to
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Athens Open-Air Cinemas: Their History and Where to Find Them
Discover the history and atmosphere of Athens’ open-air cinemas, then find 68 operating venues across the city, suburbs and Riviera, with links to
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Underwater Museums in Greece: Ancient Shipwrecks You Can Visit
Ancient amphora cargoes, Roman wrecks and Byzantine anchors lie beneath Greece’s seas. Discover which underwater archaeological sites divers can visit now and which
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August Panigiria in Greece: A Guide to Traditional Greek Village Festivals
Discover August panigiria across Greece, from island feasts and village celebrations to Dekapentavgoustos traditions, local food, live music and dancing. Use our calendar
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Why Americans Cannot Get Enough of Greece and How the Travel Boom Is Reshaping Tourism
American travel to Greece has increased dramatically over the past decade. Direct flights, strong visitor spending and a growing appetite for richer experiences
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The Greek Siesta and Why You Should Embrace It
On summer afternoons, Greek neighbourhoods begin to draw inwards and the Greek siesta takes on an almost ceremonial quality. Shutters close against the
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Perseids 2026 in Greece: When and Where to Watch the Meteor Shower
A New Moon, warm August nights and Greece’s mountains, islands and open coastlines will create excellent conditions for watching the Perseid meteor shower
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Greek Goddess Summer 2026: From Ancient Drapery to the Altar of Luxury Fashion
From flowing drapery and sculptural gold jewellery to braided hair and luminous beauty, Ancient Greece is shaping one of summer 2026’s most recognisable
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From Achilles’ Heel to Icarus Syndrome: 30 Words and Expressions from Greek Mythology
Greek mythology survives not only in literature, art and archaeology, but also in modern English. Some myths live on as familiar expressions, including