John Leonard, Author at Greece Is

Islands

By John Leonard

Apollo’s Other Home: Despotiko Island Steps Out of Delos’ Shadow

Painstaking archaeological excavations and restorations are bearing fruit, elevating this once sacred…

The Mythical Healers and Guardians of the Ancient Greeks

Health

By John Leonard

The Mythical Healers and Guardians of the Ancient Greeks

Numerous gods and goddesses in ancient times, almost like present-day specialists or…

Divine Symbols and Adored Pets: The Animals of Ancient Greece

Athens

By John Leonard

Divine Symbols and Adored Pets: The Animals of Ancient Greece

From cats and dogs to singing insects and drunken parrots, the ancient…

The Most Exciting Greek Archaeological Discoveries of 2018

We present a roundup of the year's the most important discoveries and…

What the Ancient Greeks Ate (and How They Ate It)

In Depth

By John Leonard

What the Ancient Greeks Ate (and How They Ate It)

We continue to learn more about the diet of the ancient Greeks,…

Exploring Ancient Macedonia at the Royal Tombs of Aigai-Vergina

Thessaloniki

By John Leonard

Exploring Ancient Macedonia at the Royal Tombs of Aigai-Vergina

The capital of ancient Macedonia and burial spot of King Philip II…

The Greatness and Mystery of the Minoan Civilization

Crete

By John Leonard

The Greatness and Mystery of the Minoan Civilization

From the 19th century, archaeological research revealed the greatness the Minoans reached…

Crete

By John Leonard

The Myths of Crete Still Spark the Imagination

From wild nature goddesses, divine youths and snake-waving priestesses, to legendary kings,…

John Leonard

Apollo’s Other Home: Despotiko Island Steps Out of Delos’ Shadow

The Mythical Healers and Guardians of the Ancient Greeks

Divine Symbols and Adored Pets: The Animals of Ancient Greece

The Most Exciting Greek Archaeological Discoveries of 2018

What the Ancient Greeks Ate (and How They Ate It)

Exploring Ancient Macedonia at the Royal Tombs of Aigai-Vergina

The Greatness and Mystery of the Minoan Civilization

The Myths of Crete Still Spark the Imagination

Most Popular

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

the education system in ancient greece

the new alfa with sea salt: expect the unexpected

how to adopt a greek stray

10 of the best greek destinations to visit in october

culinary capital: the 17 best restaurants in thessaloniki

the apps worth downloading for your trip to greece

4 recipes for a delicious clean monday feast