Photograph by: G. Kontarinis If you haven’t had the chance to deep your feet into the crystal clear waters of Greece, here’s a photo of one of our colleagues enjoying a day in the sun as he cools off and explores an underwater hidden world in Kavouri. This year the …
Read More »Welcome to the Cyclades – the most popular island complex in Greece
The most famous island group in the Aegean Sea comprises some of the most beautiful islands in the world! Gorgeous sandy beaches, architecture in white and blue, traditional lifestyle, folk music, warm, hospitable people and barren landscapes with isolated chapels turn a trip to the Cyclades into a lifetime experience. The name refers to …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
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