The ancient Greece or Greek civilization is considered as one of the most ancient civilizations in the history of humanity. Studies on the archeological remains of this civilization confirm that this civilization was highly developed. According to studies the life style and inventions of this civilization indicates the high sense of aesthetics and order in this ancient civilization. The ancient Greeks were mainly dependent upon the seawater for ...
The islands of Paxi
When you are in Corfu or Parga, you can take a day trip and visit the tiny islands of Paxi, which lie South of Corfu and on the northern side of the Ionian Sea. These islands are very cosmopolitan with many yachts from all over the world moored in the ports during the summer months. Paxi island has stunning beaches with clear blue sea. Three villages on the island, Gaios, Lakka and Logos are very quaint having traditional architecture and beach ...
The castle of Monemvasia
The name is a compound word derived from the two Greek words Moni (Single) and Emvasis (Entrance). Monemvasia's nickname is "Gibraltar of the East" because it happens to be out identical to the rock of Gibraltar. In Monemvasia the unique landforms of the rock coexist along with human fortifications. As a floating fortress, it is located right at the route of the trade between East and West. Its names are as many as its masters: Monemvasia, ...
The Athenian democracy – How it worked
During the fifth century BC, the Athenian democracy developed as an institution having certain interesting phenomena which are now helpful to understand our modern political systems. The most important point is to know how the structures of the state were formed, how they worked and finally how they were influenced and affected by the powerful and influential political groups. The success of a political system cannot be accessed only by having ...
Greece and Local Cheese Types
Greece has 20 recognized cheese types. Overall, experts estimate that in Greece are produced more than 70 kinds of cheese, although many of them can be found only in the place of their production, as cheeses from Naxos, the krasotiri (means cheese for wine) of Kos and the Cretan cheeses . When a product is recognized as PDO then no one can name another product even with a similar name to the traditional product which is protected. But what are ...
Tips for cheap holidays in Greece
We all are entitled to enjoy the holidays or excursions in the summer. The sandy beaches, blue seas and relaxation under the sun are not a privilege of the financially wealthy alone. In the crisis period there are economic choices that make a summer dream come true for those who don't want to wreak all their savings. The following tips can make our vacation on an island or in the Greek mainland cheaper. And yet the transport and other costs as ...
The Island of Evia
Evia is the second biggest island in Greece and is separated in three parts; the southern, the central and the northern. In this article we will learn more information about the last. Evia was and will always be an attractive and a low cost holiday destination, ideal both for young people and families! The North part of Evia jumps out the other tourist destinations in Greece as offering the perfect combination of the rich green mountainous ...
The historic town of Messolonghi
Messolonghi is a small and picturesque town, situated at the edge of the lagoon of Messolonghi. Its name derives from the Italian word mezzo-laghi (in the middle of the lake). The fist settlers of the place were Dalmatian pirates, who settled there because of the lagoon. It was a safety haven and it had abundant fish production. They lived in huts standing on poles over the water level of the lagoon. The town gradually developed a significant ...