Category: Culture | Page 24

‘Greece 2021’ Video for Anniversary of 1821 Revolution Goes Public

The “Greece 1821-2021” organizing committee has revealed a video dedicated to the 200th anniversary since the Greek War of Independence.

Posted On 22 Oct 2020

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Museum of Modern Greek Culture Among Winners of #EUinmyRegion Postcard Contest

The Museum of Modern Greek Culture in Athens is among the winners of the Postcards competition of the #EUinmyRegion campaign.

Posted On 19 Oct 2020

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Athens Municipality Embraces Street Art

A large colorful mural has been created on a pedestrian street near the center of Athens, by five Greek and Italian street artists, with the support of the city's municipality.

Posted On 14 Oct 2020

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Bettany Hughes Begins Filming of ‘Wonders of Greece’

British historian Bettany Hughes recently arrived in Thessaloniki to start filming the "Wonders of Greece", her latest TV project that will focus on the country’s culture and landscape.

Posted On 13 Oct 2020

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Photos of the Acropolis Wanted for Online Scrapbook Initiative

Visitors of the Acropolis are invited to send photographs they may have that show the changes the Acropolis monuments have gone through during the last 45 years.

Posted On 09 Oct 2020

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Germany Returns Smuggled Ancient Greek Coins to Greece

Five ancient Greek coins that were saved last-minute from being auctioned off in Munich and Zurich, have been returned to Greece.

Posted On 06 Oct 2020

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New Light Design Showcases Athens Acropolis

The Athens Acropolis has emerged in new light, after a new lighting design was unveiled in the presence of city and government officials.

Posted On 01 Oct 2020

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British Museum Still Refuses to Return Greece’s Parthenon Marbles

The British Museum is still refusing to return the Parthenon Marbles to Greece, claiming it has “no intention of removing controversial objects from public display”.

Posted On 29 Sep 2020

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Glory of Acropolis to be Displayed in New Light

A new lighting system has been installed at the Acropolis in Athens to unveil the unique features of Greece's landmark monument.

Posted On 29 Sep 2020

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French Film ‘On sourit pour la photo’ Wraps Up Production in Greece

The French movie "On sourit pour la photo" has finished filming in Athens and the island of Aegina, with the support of the GNTO.

Posted On 29 Sep 2020

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Athens’ Cycladic Art Museum Offers Digital Tours

The Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens is offering its visitors the opportunity to experience digital tours around its permanent collections just by using their smartphone or tablet.

Posted On 29 Sep 2020

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Renovated Symi Museum Offers Insight into Local History and Culture

A museum complex dedicated to the long history and rich cultural heritage of the island of Symi has reopened its doors to the public following an extensive renovation.

Posted On 28 Sep 2020

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Monica Bellucci’s Performances at the Herodion Postponed

The “Maria Callas: Lettres et Mémoire” performances, starring Monica Bellucci and scheduled to take place September 28-30 in Athens, have been postponed.

Posted On 23 Sep 2020

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Ioannina Castle on its Way to Become a Cultural Park

The Ioannina Castle, in northwestern Greece, is undergoing restoration works to open its doors to visitors as a cultural park.

Posted On 16 Sep 2020

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Hellenic Parliament Building to Get a Facelift

The exterior of the historic building of the Hellenic Parliament in Athens is undergoing restoration, expected to be completed by March 2021.

Posted On 11 Sep 2020

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Religious Movie Starts Filming in Greece with Mickey Rourke

American actor Mickey Rourke recently arrived in Greece to film the “Man of God”, a movie focused on the trials and tribulations of Saint Nektarios of Aegina.

Posted On 11 Sep 2020

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Greece Unveils Face Masks Inspired by its Cultural Heritage

Greece’s Archaeological Resources Fund has launched a collection of textile face masks featuring prints and drawings inspired by the country’s rich cultural heritage.

Posted On 07 Sep 2020

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