Dec 29, 2024 · Ancient Greek theater masks are one of the most defining aspects of ancient theatrical performances and festivals.

Dec 13, 2024 · Pope Francis will open five Holy Doors in a long-standing catholic tradition and will introduce a never-before-seen ritual.

Dec 28, 2024 · Several projects in the pipeline in Athens, from the northern suburbs to the Athenian Riviera, aim to revamp the Greek capital.

Dec 30, 2024 · The story of the Greek New Year's vasilopita with the coin inside for good luck began 1,600 years ago. Here's the history and recipe for it.

Dec 29, 2024 · Sophists in ancient Greece were professional educators and intellectuals. Their teachings emphasized public speaking and ethical conduct.

Dec 27, 2024 · The grant opening of Hagia Sophia in Constantinople, the center of Orthodox Christianity for a millennium was held on December 27, 537 AD.

Nov 10, 2024 · Ancient Athens under the Acropolis Hill. Artist unknown. Public Domain Athens and Sparta in ancient times were two very different societies, yet the two legendary city-states continue to hold priceless historic value for Greece and the world in general. On the one hand, Athens remains one of the beacons of Western Civilization. It is the home of great philosophers and artists who built the ...

Dec 31, 2024 · The first person to enter the house in the New year is really important for the Greeks. Public Domain One of the oldest customs Greeks follow with the advent of the New Year is called “podariko”, from the root pod-, or foot, roughly meaning “good foot.” Loosely translated, this means that the person who first sets foot in your home in the new year must be someone who brings good luck ...

Oct 4, 2024 · Iconic Greek singer Nana Mouskouri has announced her retirement from performing, just weeks before her 90th birthday.

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