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Greek Museums and Archaeological Sites See Record High Revenue in Jan-April

Greek museums and archaeological sites in the January-April period saw record revenue of 23.6 million euros, up 38 percent from 2019.

Greece Celebrates Long-awaited Opening of Larissa’s Ancient Theater

The Ancient Theater of Larissa has opened to the public, following 21 years of restoration works.

Culture Ministry: Acropolis Visitor Zones System Begins September 4

A system with visitor zones at the Acropolis begins on September 4 to tackle the problem of long queues and overcrowding.

Cunard and Mr. Brainwash Partner to Create Mural on Queen Elizabeth Ship

Cunard partners with pop artist Mr. Brainwash to create mural on Queen Elizabeth cruise ship.

Palamas House in Athens to be Restored as Cultural Center

Greek Culture Ministry to restore historic residence of Greek poet Kostis Palamas in Plaka.

Short Film Competition on Climate Crisis Launches in Greece

The Greek Environment and Energy Ministry has announced the launch of a short film script competition that addresses the issue of the climate crisis.

Athens Among Cities with Best Value Museums in Europe, Says Study

Athens' Acropolis Museum ranks 7th in Europe's best value museums list, making Greece a top tourist destination for culture.

Archaeology: Excavation on Despotikos Islet Unveils Important Findings

A headless marble Kouros sculpture is among the most important findings unearthed during an excavation at the island of Despotiko.

Little Paris of Athens Festival to Celebrate 10th Anniversary 

The 10th anniversary of the Little Paris of Athens Festival will take place in October, featuring concerts, theater and art events.

Greek Traditional Dances, Music and Events Added to National Intangible Cultural Heritage List

New Greek traditional dances, music and events, which reflect the diversity of Greece’s culture, have been added to the national intangible cultural heritage list.

Athens’ Landmark Lykavittos Theater Reopens in September with Concert

The iconic Lykavittos open-air theater in central Athens reopens on September 15 with a concert by Greek composer Stavros Xarchakos.

South Aegean Region Increases Funds for Tilos’ New Archaeological Museum

The Region of South Aegean has increased funds for the construction of the new archaeological museum on the island of Tilos.

Culture Ministry Gives Update on Upgrade of Ancient Corinth Archaeological Site

The Greek Culture Ministry is planning to upgrade the Archaeological Site of Ancient Corinth in the Peloponnese.

Crete: Cable Car to Make Diktaean Cave More Accessible

Crete’s Diktaean Cave, believed to be the birthplace of Zeus, will be equipped with a cable car to make it fully accessible.

Environment Ministry Launches Greek Landscape Photo Competition

Greek Environment Ministry launches photo competition to recognize and promote Greek landscapes.

Visa Sets Up Automatic Ticket Machines at Main Tourist Sites in Greece

Visa has installed automated ticket points at the Acropolis, Ancient Olympia, Epidaurus and the Archaeological Museum of Delphi.

Greece Invited to Submit Films for the 96th Oscars Race

Greek film producers invited to submit movies for Oscar nomination, deadline August 31.

Acropolis Visitor Zones Go into Effect in September

Special visitor zones aimed at easing tourist traffic to the Acropolis in Athens are set to go into effect on September 4.

Greek Ministry Prioritizes Monemvasia’s Cultural Development Projects

The Greek Culture Ministry is looking to accelerate three major cultural projects in Monemvasia, Peloponnese.

Greece and China Put Culture High on Agenda of Talks

Greece and China explore ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation and deepen engagements in the field of culture.