Heritage
BBC Explores the Mysterious “Painted Village” of Chios
A recent entry in the popular BBC Reel series explores the “puzzling” geometrical wonders of Pyrgi, a medieval village on the Aegean island of Chios.
Exhibitions
The Grand Tour: Displaying British-Greek Ties Through Art
Artworks from the UK ambassador’s residence in Athens are exhibited for the very first time at the Benaki Museum and the Ghika Gallery.
Heritage
Alekos Fassianos’ Art Studio on Kea Opens to the Public
The studio and home of legendary Greek artist, Alekos Fassianos (1935-2022), opens to the public as a museum, offering insight into the artist's aesthetics and lifestyle.
Arts
Paros Opens a New Home for Contemporary Art
After a decade in California, artist Dimitra Skandali returned to Paros to convert her ancestral home into a center for contemporary Cycladic arts.
CULTURE & LIFESTYLE
New “Architectural Objects” by Polina Ellis
Athens based jewelry designer Polina Ellis presents her latest project “Architectural Objects,” inspired by ancient Greek mythology, design and symbolism.
Urban Life
Wallpaper* Magazine Lists Athens Stops for Architecture, Design and Art
There’s a lot more to the Greek capital’s cultural scene than archaeology, as pointed out in a new article by the British magazine.
Heritage
16th Century Epitaph from Macedonia Among Best in the World
In terms of its artistic value, a hand-embroidered Epitaph from a monastery in Central Macedonia has been evaluated as among the seven best in the world.
Exhibitions
Anafi Prepares for Phenomenon 4 Events
With the concept of time as its key theme, the event will include readings, talks, performances, screenings and art exhibiotions.
