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Iron land, Folegandros

Dear Barbara, The few trees of the island lean towards the south. The northern winds whip them all year long, and their trunks bend towards Crete. There might be a metaphysical interpretation for...

Things to do in Folegandros: The ultimate travel guide

Things to do in Folegandros The ultimate Folegandros travel guide Folegandros is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful Greek islands. As you will see in the photos, It enjoys one of the most stunning...

The Palamidi Fortress in Nafplio – Tips, photos & info

Standing 216 meters above sea level and overlooking the Argolic Gulf, the Palamidi Fortress is an outstanding example of Venetian baroque architecture. Despite its size, the Fortress of Palamidi took just three...

The Epidaurus Theater and why you should visit it

The ancient Theater of Epidaurus is by far the most famous theater of Greek antiquity. Located in the region of Peloponnese, next to the sanctuary of Asclepius, the Greek God of medicine,...

40+ Quotes about Greece to feed your wanderlust (with images)

Greece is always one of the most desired summer destinations for travelers. The magnificent landscape, the open sea, and the local life, all these elements are immortalized in the famous quotes about...

10 facts about Ancient Corinth, the Temple of Apollo & how to visit it

Ancient Corinth was one of the most prominent city-states of Greek antiquity. Located straight after the Isthmus of Corinth -the narrow land bridge connecting the Peloponnese with mainland Greece- the city-state reached...

Snow in Athens & the 2021 Flockdown

The winters in Athens are usually mild. While you can expect some scattered snowflakes in the city center, the truth is that the snow in Athens melts quickly away. The white days...

Acrocorinth guide: Mythology, history & tips

Standing 575 meters above sea level and located in Peloponnese, Acrocorinth is probably the most impressive acropolis of mainland Greece. The steep rock of Acrocorinth overlooks the city of Ancient Corinth, and...

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