John Leonard

Thessaloniki’s Spellbinding Byzantine Monuments

Thessaloniki

By John Leonard

Thessaloniki’s Spellbinding Byzantine Monuments

Before you head out sightseeing in Thessaloniki, here's our guide to the…

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10 Crazy Things from Thessaloniki’s Long History

Thessaloniki

By John Leonard

10 Crazy Things from Thessaloniki’s Long History

From the unfortunate death of a playwright to a great unsolved mystery:…

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The Long History of Kastellorizo: From Ancient Empires to Modern Wars

Dodecanese

By John Leonard

The Long History of Kastellorizo: From Ancient Empires to Modern Wars

The island of Kastellorizo (Megisti) has a grand history that belies its…

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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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geco by gatsby: athens’ ideal spot for food enthusiasts and culture seekers

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culinary capital: the 17 best restaurants in thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is gaining popularity as one of Europe's most exciting culinary destinations. Here we explore its…

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the 19 unesco sites and monuments in greece

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In celebration of World Heritage Day on April 18, a round-up of Greece's UNESCO sites is…

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Join us as we explore the most interesting casual eateries in the Greek capital, where you…

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Greece’s premier summer festival in Athens and Epidaurus is a cultural odyssey of music, theatre, dance,…

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