Many have traced the contemporary conception of a mermaid to the ancient Greek figure of the siren, despite the fact that ...

Major Greek businesses, closely tied to the idea of success, often use their names and logos as their most recognizable public face. But what secrets lie behind those names that have become part of ...

A Neolithic-era pit unearthed in Pieria in Northern Greece sheds light on the eating habits of early inhabitants.

Skip the island ferries. These design-forward mainland hotels offer mountain-meets-sea views and a slower, more rooted kind ...

Overfishing, climate change, and temporary weather events are the main reasons our seas—especially around Evia and the ...

Discover the must-see museums in Philadelphia with this local’s guide—what to expect, when to go, how to get there, and the ones worth your time.

New Athens gallery Melas Martinos by Local Local is a contemporary art space, a stone's throw from the Acropolis, in the ...

Traveling to Greece? Here are the sites, landmarks, locations, restaurants and bars to see while in Athens, Thessaloniki and the Cycladic island of Paros.

Cypriot officials announced the recent excavation of a long-forgotten sanctuary to Apollo, offering insights into ancient rituals and architectural expansions.

South African Stephen Townley Bassett creates detailed replicas of rock art using traditional materials and methods, including blood, porcupine quills, and ostrich eggshells.

Before you step into the world of Hadestown, it helps to know that this Tony-winning musical isn’t just a love story—it’s a retelling of ancient Greek myths, reimagined with a soulful, folk ...