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The nature in Greece is of great diversity and variety

May 30, 2016 a guide to greece, A GUIDE TO GREECE, Photograph of the month Comments Off on The nature in Greece is of great diversity and variety

The nature in Greece is of great diversity and it varies greatly (Photo by V Papadopoulos/Eurokinissi) About 700-750 plant species, out of more than 6,000 recorded, are original, which means they can be found only within the boundaries of the Greek land. They are widespread relative to the size …

Greek Independence Day

April 6, 2016 A GUIDE TO GREECE, a guide to greece, Photograph of the month Comments Off on Greek Independence Day

Greek Independence Day by photographer Yiannis Panagopoulos Greek Independence Day, the national holiday celebrated annually in Greece on March 25th, commemorates the start of the War of Greek Independence in 1821. It coincides with the Greek Orthodox Church’s celebration of the Annunciation to Theotokos, when the Archangel Gabriel appeared to the Virgin Mary and told her that she would …

Changing of the Guard outside the Hellenic Parliament

January 24, 2015 a guide to greece, A GUIDE TO GREECE, Photograph of the month Comments Off on Changing of the Guard outside the Hellenic Parliament

Changing of the Guard outside the Hellenic Parliament by seasoned photoreporter Tatiani Bolari The stray animals around the Presidential Palace, Maximos Mansion and Houses of Parliament outskirting Athens National Gardens have always proven a welcome sight to locals and tourists alike. We welcome readers to send us their photos to …