A port, a place of higher learning and a cultural giant, Thessaloniki in Central Macedonia is Greece’s second largest city. For centuries Thessaloniki was also the second city of the Byzantine Empire, deferring only to Constantinople. From that time, the Christian and Byzantine monuments like the Hagios Demetrios and Hagia Sophia churches are part of …
In ancient times Piraeus was the naval port of Athens, and the modern city lies in the same conurbation, only a Metro ride away from the capital. On the water Piraeus has two circular natural harbours with narrow openings and bowls of modern buildings behind. At the Bay of Zea the ruins of ancient shipyards …
If you’re like us then coming to the cradle of civilisation is like being a child in a candy shop. There’s no limit to the amount of Doric and Ionic temples, statues, vases and Archaic figurines we could devour before we get tired. In museums you can see the ballot disks from Ancient Greek courts, …
The Greek island of Santorini is a popular vacation spot in the Cyclades island group. Attracting romance-seeking couples, families, groups of friends, and solo travelers, Santorini offers a wealth of things to see and do. Relish delicious cuisine, relax in laid-back bars, soak up the sun, and admire postcard-worthy vistas. Famous for its striking white-washed …
Mykonos boasts quite possibly one of the most famous vistas in the world. The whitewashed buildings of Mykonos have become an icon of luxury travel, and it seems that every influencer, travel blogger and luxury lifestyle lover has spent a season or two brushing shoulders with the great and the good in Mykonos. Although the …
Given that it is one of the most ancient cities in the world, Athens is also one of the most interesting in the world to explore. Offering the modern day traveler a chance to experience what the world was like over 4,000 years ago, Athens has landmark after landmark to discover. With its heart very …
Athens is not only the national capital of Greece but also the cultural and spiritual one. The stage for the many myths and legends that have emerged from Ancient Greece, it’s a hub of tourist activity, as well as world-class Greek cuisine. The countryside surrounding Athens is no less spectacular, with temples and monasteries peppering …
The dream of a lifetime for many around the world, Santorini is an island situated 200 kilometers southeast of Greece mainland. Located on the Aegean Sea, the island is the most-visited tourist destination in the country. Officially known as Thira, Santorini is characterized by its once-devastating-now-impressive volcanic caldera, and of course, the picture-perfect sunsets. One …
The land of Greece is one infused with ancient mythology and if you like archeology, history, art, and philosophy then a trip to this fascinating country is not to be missed. Greece is made up of a series of idyllic islands that are surrounded by jet blue seas and covered in dainty white buildings, and …
Ranging from the pearly beaches of the Aegean islands to the rugged hills of Crete, the mythical massifs of Olympus in the north to the time-forgotten monasteries of Athos and the pulsing streets of modern Athens, Greece is alive with a truly eclectic range of destinations. Here, we take a look at 15 of the …