John Leonard

The Top 15 “Old Friends” to See at the Acropolis Museum

Athens

By John Leonard

The Top 15 “Old Friends” to See at the Acropolis Museum

As the recently reopened Acropolis Museum celebrates its 11th anniversary, we round…

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As it Reopens, Why the Acropolis Museum is Better than Ever

Athens

By John Leonard

As it Reopens, Why the Acropolis Museum is Better than Ever

Following the lockdown period, the newest exhibition space of the Acropolis Museum…

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Video: The Birth of Cycladic Civilization in 7 Minutes of Pure Poetry

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By John Leonard

Video: The Birth of Cycladic Civilization in 7 Minutes of Pure Poetry

This superb short film by the Museum of Cycladic Art immerses you…

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Plunderer’s Diary: Charles Cockerell Raids Aegina’s Temple

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By John Leonard

Plunderer’s Diary: Charles Cockerell Raids Aegina’s Temple

The architect describes his glee at uncovering 16 incredible ancient marble statues…

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The Top 10 Documentaries on Ancient Greece on YouTube

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By John Leonard

The Top 10 Documentaries on Ancient Greece on YouTube

The ultimate crash course in ancient Greece: the Parthenon, Athenians, Spartans, Alexander…

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Landmark Exhibition on Ancient Cycladic Civilization Now Online

Exhibitions

By John Leonard

Landmark Exhibition on Ancient Cycladic Civilization Now Online

The exhibition, hosted by the museum director Prof. Nikolaos Stampolidis, is an…

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Plunderer’s Diary: When Charles Cockerell Came to Greece

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By John Leonard

Plunderer’s Diary: When Charles Cockerell Came to Greece

The young architect Charles Cockerell came to Greece to learn about its…

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The Strange Artifacts Hidden Inside the Parthenon’s Walls

Athens

By John Leonard

The Strange Artifacts Hidden Inside the Parthenon’s Walls

Archaeologists are discovering worlds within worlds on top of the Acropolis, with…

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wagamama: the new addition to athens’ heart that’s upgrading the local food scene

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wagamama: the new addition to athens’ heart that’s upgrading the local food scene

Wagamama brings its signature blend of traditional Asian flavors and modern twists to the vibrant heart…

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christmas in epirus

Mainland

christmas in epirus

Whether it’s the charming town of Metsovo or the picturesque villages of Elati, Paramythia and Vourgareli,…

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pozar baths: a winter escape to northern greece’s natural wonders

Mainland

pozar baths: a winter escape to northern greece’s natural wonders

A visit to the thermal waters of Pozar Baths in Aridaia is an invitation to unwind…

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“they are waiting for you every day”: caring for the stray cats of athens

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“they are waiting for you every day”: caring for the stray cats of athens

For almost 20 years, Nine Lives Greece has been feeding, nurturing and neutering thousands of the…

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a guide to falling in love with athens

Athens

a guide to falling in love with athens

Explore the timeless beauty of the Greek capital, where ancient myths meet contemporary discoveries.

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thessaloniki metro: station-by-station through history and modernity

Thessaloniki

thessaloniki metro: station-by-station through history and modernity

Now that Thessaloniki has, at last, a subway system, we propose a unique history tour that…

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how wine bars are redefining nightlife in athens

Athens

how wine bars are redefining nightlife in athens

Wine bars are now a cornerstone of Athenian nightlife, as an international trend goes local with…

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what’s happening now in thessaloniki

Thessaloniki

what’s happening now in thessaloniki

Events, openings, and all things new in Thessaloniki.

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