LIVING IN ATHENS
Greek Language & Culture
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Greek Hospitality Explained
Greeks are famous for their hospitality toward guests, visitors, family, and friends. They are renowned… -
How To Express Your Love In Greek
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and Athenian streets are immersed in a lingering… -
What Are The Alkyonides Days?
Greece is reputed to have over 250 days of sunshine with warm temperatures in the… -
How to Celebrate a Greek Christmas
Christmas is an important cultural and religious event in Greece, second only to Easter and… -
Interesting Facts About The Flag Of Greece
Usually referred to as the blue and white ('galanolefki' or 'kyanolefki' in Greek), the national… -
Thesmophoria - An Ancient Greek Thanksgiving Celebration
Thanksgiving day is celebrated primarily in the US and Canada. It is celebration dedicated to… -
A Short Guide To The Athens Marathon
In 490 BC the Persians are defeated at the Battle of Marathon, despite outnumbering the… -
How The City Of Athens Was Named
Athens is the capital and the largest city in Greece. It is one of the… -
Useful Greek Words That You Really Need To Know
When Shakespeare wrote, 'It all sounds Greek to me' in his play Julius Caesar, he… -
The Good Old Periptero - A Greek's Convenience Store
The Periptero is as much a part of Greek lifestyle as a Taverna or Kafeneion,…
