Category Archives: Culture
Posted on June 1, 2011 by Cycladia
Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci, rise up its curtains in Athens Festival, only for five unique performances. Cavalleria Rusticana is an opera based in passion, betrayal and honor combined with atmospheric orchestration.
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Posted on May 18, 2011 by Cycladia
Since 1977, the International Council of Museums (ICOM) has set May 18 as the International Museum Day.
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Posted on May 17, 2011 by Cycladia
“Not your everyday souvenir shop, “Greece is for Lovers” specializes in novel, high-quality products that put a decidedly irreverent spin on Hellenic heritage.” I have read it on New York Times a few days ago and the famous newspaper flushing my curiosity to discover more about this quirky shop. Come along and find something truly impressing!
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Posted on May 5, 2011 by Cycladia
The notions of culture and history are notions born in Greece since a few hundred years B.C. The most important monuments of human history stand in this European country and attract admirers from all around the world on a daily basis.
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Posted on April 11, 2011 by Cycladia
Movies … Everybody loves the sparkle of Hollywood. What happens when this is combined with a picturesque landscape of the Aegean or the emerald waters of Ionian Sea? The sunny Greek landscapes enchant and captivate travelers. Tourists are not the only ones who have fallen in love with Greece’s breathtaking settings.
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Posted on March 22, 2011 by Cycladia
Wine in Greece
Greece is truly blessed. A country of great cultural heritage widely recognized for one of the 7-Wonders, the Acropolis, and other famous architectural landmarks; legendary philosophers such as Aristotle and its infinite islands. The Greeks inherited a great deal from their predecessors. With all the ‘gifts’ the country has to offer, it’s no wonder the wonderful wines have been out shadowed for some time.
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Posted on March 14, 2011 by Cycladia
The Medieval side of Messinia
Messinia was chosen as one of the top 20 best destinations in the world for 2011, by the National Geographic Traveler Magazine. That’s pretty impressive!
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Posted on February 28, 2011 by Cycladia
Easter is the biggest religious holiday in Greece. The Greek Orthodox Easter is different than the Catholic one and is usually celebrated at a different date. The lent period starts right after Ash Monday and lasts for 40 days, until Holy Saturday.
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Posted on February 23, 2011 by Cycladia
Carnival in Greece
The concept of Carnival in Greece goes way back in time.It’s something more than “dressing up”, “trick or treat” and “make-believe”, like it’s customary in other countries of the world.
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Posted on February 21, 2011 by Cycladia
Dimitris Pikionis 1887- 1968
Benaki Museum is hosting a new great exhibition, dedicated to Dimitri Pikionis, a major Greek architect.
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Posted on January 31, 2011 by Cycladia
Unique aesthetics. Extraordinary architecture. Famous masterpieces of a glorious era. The new Acropolis Museum is the latest jewel of the city of Athens and one of the highest-profile cultural projects in Europe in this decade. It sits under the shadow of the sacred rock and the ever blue Attica sky, enjoying the magical view of the Parthenon.
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Posted on January 3, 2011 by Cycladia
Posted on December 27, 2010 by Cycladia
Posted on December 20, 2010 by Cycladia
If you still haven’t decided where to spend this year’s Christmas holidays, Greece will offer you amongst the most unforgettable holidays of your life! Even if Greece may not represent a classical destination for Christmas holidays, you will be surprised to experience its local traditions, religious customs and festive spirit.
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Posted on December 16, 2010 by Cycladia
