Iota Sykka

Despotiko: The Island of Endless Treasures

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By Iota Sykka

Despotiko: The Island of Endless Treasures

An assessment of excavations in Despotiko, across from Antiparos – the number…

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“Knossos of the Mountain”: The Secrets of Zominthos Palace Revealed

Crete

By Iota Sykka

“Knossos of the Mountain”: The Secrets of Zominthos Palace Revealed

After four decades of painstaking work, excavations at the near 4,000-year-old mountainside…

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Aegean Archaeology in the Post-Covid Era

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By Iota Sykka

Aegean Archaeology in the Post-Covid Era

Following a two-year hiatus, Greek and foreign archaeologists return to excavation sites…

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Ascending the Pinnacle of Classical Greek Aesthetic

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By Iota Sykka

Ascending the Pinnacle of Classical Greek Aesthetic

Professor Nikos Stampolidis, the new director of the Acropolis Museum in Athens,…

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Giants of Greek Music: Manos Hadjidakis & Mikis Theodorakis

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By Iota Sykka

Giants of Greek Music: Manos Hadjidakis & Mikis Theodorakis

The collaboration between the two composers played a pivotal role in the…

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The Iconic “Fustanella”: Greece’s Answer to the Kilt

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By Iota Sykka

The Iconic “Fustanella”: Greece’s Answer to the Kilt

A conference by the Hellenic Costume Society this October will discuss the…

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Archaeologists Discover New Sacred Building at Asclepius Sanctuary in Epidaurus

Archaeology

By Iota Sykka

Archaeologists Discover New Sacred Building at Asclepius Sanctuary in Epidaurus

The discovery of a structure beneath the sacred Tholos building adds new…

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Archaeologists Strike Gold in Crete

Archaeology

By Iota Sykka

Archaeologists Strike Gold in Crete

The excavations of the Archaeological Society at Zominthos in Crete continue to…

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heatwaves and the tourism miracle of athens

Athens

heatwaves and the tourism miracle of athens

Unprecedented heatwaves and record tourist numbers in Athens are challenging daily life and straining city resources.

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7 greek islands for the ultimate autumn escape

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7 greek islands for the ultimate autumn escape

Escape to Greece this fall and discover serene islands with fewer tourists, beautiful weather, and authentic…

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peloponnese unveiled: 3 idyllic weekend getaways

Peloponnese

peloponnese unveiled: 3 idyllic weekend getaways

Only a few hours’ drive from Athens, the most diverse region of Greece offers countless opportunities…

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discover sifnos: a perfect 3-day island getaway

Islands

discover sifnos: a perfect 3-day island getaway

Beaches, historical sites, and local cuisine: discover the best of the Cycladic island of Sifnos in…

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discovering the diverse charms of naxos

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discovering the diverse charms of naxos

Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades, demonstrates how tourism can complement cultural heritage and primary…

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aegean balcony: 8 island bars with unmatched views

Islands

aegean balcony: 8 island bars with unmatched views

Imagine watching the sunset over the sea while sipping a cocktail. These bars on Syros, Paros,…

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who were the amazons?

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who were the amazons?

Who were the fierce Amazon warriors of Greek mythology, and why did they captivate the Greek…

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the harvest, the hearth, and the heart of karpathos

Islands

the harvest, the hearth, and the heart of karpathos

In Olympos, a remote village on the island of Karpathos where tradition reigns, Kalliopi plants, harvests…

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