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Archaeological site of Olympia. Photo Source: Visit Greece

Culture Ministry: Winter Schedule for Greek Sites, Museums

State museums and archaeological sites in Greece as of January 7, will be operating in accordance to the winter schedule, the Ministry of Culture announced.

Posted On 04 Jan 2019

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The Guardian: Greece’s ‘Rakomelo’ Among World’s Best Winter Drinks

Greece’s ‘rakomelo’, a strong distilled spirit produced from grape pomace, is among the best warming winter drinks in the world, according to The Guardian.

Posted On 03 Jan 2019

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Photo Source: @Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology

Athens’ Ancient Greek Technology Museum Nominated for ‘EMYA 2019’ Award

Only just a few months after its opening, the Ancient Greek Technology Museum Kostas Kotsanas has been nominated for the "European Museum of the Year Αward (ΕΜΥΑ) 2019".

Posted On 03 Jan 2019

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Greece’s Ancient Tenea Discovery Among 15 Biggest Archaeological Finds of 2018

The discovery of the ancient city of Tenea in Greece has been included among the 15 biggest historical finds of 2018 compiled by art website Artsy.

Posted On 31 Dec 2018

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Sculptures from the west pediment of the Parthenon on display in Room 18 in the British Museum. Photo source: British Museum

UN Supports Greek Resolution on Return of Cultural Property to Countries of Origin

The UN has adopted a resolution, brought in by Greece, for the “return or restitution of cultural property to the countries of origin”.

Posted On 24 Dec 2018

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Castle ruins in Ireland - Intagible cultural heritage monument. Photo Source: https://europa.eu/cultural-heritage

Commission Promoting Cultural Heritage for Cohesive, Resilient Europe

The European Commission has announced the first-ever "European Framework for Action on Cultural Heritage" aimed at safeguarding and promoting Europe's cultural heritage.

Posted On 10 Dec 2018

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Mount Athos, Simonopetra Monastery. Photo Source: Visit Greece / H. Kakarouhas

Cultural Tourism Key to Sustaining Communities, Safeguarding Heritage

A clear and strong link between tourism, culture and local community stakeholders is essential, according to the UNWTO and UNESCO.

Posted On 07 Dec 2018

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‘Antikythera Shipwreck’ Exhibition in Beijing Extended to February 2019

An exhibition on Greece's Antikythera shipwreck, running at The Palace Museum in Beijing, China, will be extended by two months, after the event received a huge turnout.

Posted On 07 Dec 2018

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Greece’s Dry Stone Walling Art Included on UNESCO’s Heritage List

The art of dry stone walling, practiced in Greece among other countries, has been included on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list.

Posted On 03 Dec 2018

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Come for the Theater, Stay for the Epirus Experience

Offering the best of all (travel) worlds, Epirus is a dream come true for those restless souls who simply want it all.

Posted On 26 Nov 2018

, By Maria Paravantes

Ancient Tenea Dig Produces a City and Wealth of Archaeological Finds

Archaeologists carrying out excavation works in Ancient Tenea in the Peloponnese, have uncovered new finds dating back to the Hellenistic and Roman times.

Posted On 14 Nov 2018

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Athens Acropolis Site and Museum Attract Over 4.5m Visitors

The Acropolis site and museum have welcomed a total of 4.5 million visitors thus far in 2018, according to Greek Culture Minister Myrsini Zorba.

Posted On 13 Nov 2018

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Acropolis, Athens. Photo source: Visit Greece/Y.Skoulas

Greek Sites See Visitors Up By 16.2% in Jan–July 2018

Visitors to Greek archaeological sites during the first seven months of the year increased by 16.2 percent, according to the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT).

Posted On 12 Nov 2018

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The Byzantine gem of Arta: The Church of Parigoritissa (the Comforting Mother). Photo by Maria Paravantes

Arta of Byzantine Monuments and Wetlands Takes Steps to Tap into Tourism

Like most of Epirus, Arta's secrets… are still secret... waiting to be discovered. The town can serve as an ideal base for one of the most rewarding travel experiences in Greece.

Posted On 12 Nov 2018

, By Maria Paravantes

Greece and China Meet Through Travel, Culture, Music

Musicians from China are exploring Greece through a unique cultural journey as part of the “2018 Meet Greece Music Journey” initiative.

Posted On 09 Nov 2018

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Rhodes' Medieval City. Photo © Maria Paravantes

Authorities Lay Groundwork for Protection of Rhodes’ Medieval City

A memorandum of cooperation for the protection and conservation of Rhodes' Medieval City was recently signed between ministry and local officials.

Posted On 07 Nov 2018

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Four Ancient Greek Kouroi Statues Come to Light in Atalanti Field

Archaeologists have found four ancient Greek statues - known as Kouroi - in a field in the central Greece town of Atalanti, the Greek culture ministry announced.

Posted On 05 Nov 2018

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National Archaeological Museum to Hold Thematic Tours for Athens Marathon

Athens' National Archaeological Museum will hold thematic tours on sports in antiquity, to honor the 36th Athens Marathon, which will take place on November 11.

Posted On 05 Nov 2018

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