What do you think of when you hear the name “Athens”? Do you picture world-famous monuments like the Temple of Olympian Zeus or the Acropolis? Did you know that there’s more to this city than meets the eye?
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All About the Sporades Islands in Greece
Are you getting ready to take a trip to Greece? Do you want to step off the beaten path and explore some of the country’s insanely beautiful lesser-known islands? If so, a trip to the Sporades Islands is definitely in order.
Giola Lagoon: A Must-Visit on Thassos Island in Greece
For those who are planning a Greek vacation and want to make some incredible memories, a trip to Giola Lagoon is a must. Giola Lagoon is located on the southern portion of the Greek Island Thassos. It’s a stunning natural pool that is carved directly into the rock.
The Ultimate Ionian Islands Travel Guide
Are you getting ready to go on a Grecian vacation? There’s plenty to do on the mainland. However, the Ionian Islands, located off the western coastline and south of the Peloponnese peninsula, are also worth including on your travel itinerary. Never heard of the Ionian Islands? Not sure which ones to visit or what to do during your stay? Read on to learn more.
2022 Dior Cruise Collection to Debut in Athens, Greece
On June 17, 2021, the iconic Parisian fashion house Dior will host a runway show in Athens to launch the brand’s inter-season collection.
Petros Kaminiotis Honors Greek Culture With PlaymoGreek
With his PlaymoGreek figurines, Petros Kaminiotis has found a unique way to merge his passions for folk dance, traditional Greek dress, and his favorite toys from childhood.
Explore the List of Greece’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites
It’s no secret that Greece is home to a robust collection of monuments and archaeological sites, all of which possess deep cultural significance. Currently, there are 18 different monuments and unique locations in the Mediterranean country that have been granted the title of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
New Acropolis Lighting System Creates a Vision of Athens–After Dark
Athens, Greece, has long been a heralded site in history: the center of early civilization and epic tales of fortified gods living among men. To today’s viewing audience, the mighty Acropolis of Athens is a rousing mixture of futurism and tradition, sitting stoically against a twenty-first-century landscape of modernity and contemporary life. The building system’s various structures, which have been under construction for the better part of 50 years thanks to the Acropolis Restoration Project, is now in the midst of another revision. And this one might be the most illuminating update of them all.
Bruce Campbell: The Man Who Lives in an Airplane in the Woods
There are unique living spaces, and then there’s Bruce Campbell’s humble abode. Nestled deep within the expansive forests of Hillsboro, Oregon, resting atop the nettled-strewn ground, sits a massive airliner. No, it’s not just the hollowed-out hull of some twisted fuselage from a bygone crash landing. This airplane is supposed to be there. Well, maybe not supposed to be there, but its presence in the woods is definitely by design.
Greece Is the Word—Discover the Magic of Santorini’s Atlantis Books
Greece has served a pivotal role in the areas of history, philosophy, democracy, and especially language. For a time, it was the center of the world—a cultural mecca with an influence that lives on to this day. In addition to its storied place in time, Greece—particularly the island of Santorini—boasts an aesthetic backdrop unrivaled by any place on Earth. It is remarkably difficult to resist its beguiling beauty. Just ask the owners of Atlantis Books.