Kerameikos Overview Kerameikos is an ancient cemetery and archaeological site located northwest of the Acropolis in Athens. It was the potters’ quarter of the city in ancient times (the name comes from keramos, meaning “pottery” or “clay”). Besides being a…
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The Dimosari Waterfalls, also known as the Nidri Waterfalls, are a picturesque natural attraction located on the east coast of Lefkada Island, Greece. Situated approximately 3.5 km from the bustling village of Nidri, these waterfalls offer a serene escape into…
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The Venetian Castle of Parga is a historic fortress perched atop a hill overlooking the town of Parga in Epirus, Greece. Its strategic location offers panoramic views of the Ionian Sea and the surrounding coastline. 🏰 History & Architecture The…
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Archaeological Museum of Karpathos The Archaeological Museum of Karpathos is a must-visit for history enthusiasts exploring the island. Located in the capital, Pigadia, the museum is housed in the western wing of the Eparcheio (Prefecture) building—a structure dating back to…
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The Holy Monastery of Chilandariou (also known as Hilandar) is a Serbian Orthodox monastery situated on the northeastern slopes of Mount Athos in Greece. It stands as a significant spiritual and cultural center for the Serbian Orthodox Church and is…
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The Odontotos Rack Railway, also known as the Diakopto–Kalavryta railway, is a historic and scenic rail line in the northern Peloponnese region of Greece. It connects the coastal town of Diakopto to the mountain village of Kalavryta, traversing the stunning…
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The Academy of Athens is Greece’s national academy and the country’s foremost research institution. Established on March 18, 1926, it traces its origins to the ancient Academy of Plato. The Academy operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Education…
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National Archaeological Museum, Athens The National Archaeological Museum in Athens is Greece’s premier institution for ancient art and archaeology, housing one of the world’s most significant collections of Greek antiquities. Established in the late 19th century, the museum is located…
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Aegean Maritime Museum The Aegean Maritime Museum in Mykonos is a non-profit institution dedicated to preserving and promoting Greek maritime history, particularly the evolution and activities of merchant ships in the Aegean Sea. Founded by George M. Dracopoulos and his…
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The Museum of the Ancient Agora is situated in the heart of Athens, Greece, within the reconstructed Stoa of Attalos. This Hellenistic building, originally erected in the 2nd century BC as a gift from King Attalos II of Pergamon, now…
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The Museum of Palaiopolis-Mon Repos is located in the Mon Repos Estate, approximately 2 km from the center of Corfu Town (Kerkyra). Housed in a neoclassical villa built during the British occupation by High Commissioner Frederic Adam (1828–1831), the museum…
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Kremastos Waterfall The Kremastos Waterfall, also known as Kremasto Nero, is one of Samothraki’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. Located on the island’s southern coast, this waterfall plunges directly into the Aegean Sea from a height of approximately 180 meters, making…
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Ancient Akanthos Ancient Akanthos was a prominent Greek city located in the northeastern part of the Halkidiki Peninsula, near the modern town of Ierissos. Established around 655 BCE by settlers from Andros, it became one of the most significant and…
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