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Santorini Wine | The Ancient Juice, the Volcanic Soil and the Koulara Technique

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May 15, 20213 min read

Santorini Wine | The Ancient Juice, the Volcanic Soil and the Koulara Technique

Apart from one of the top islands of Greece and the world, Santorini is also the name of one of the most important wine regions of Greece.

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Ionian Academy | Corfu | The Sparkle of Higher Education in Modern Greece

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May 11, 20213 min read

Ionian Academy | Corfu | The Sparkle of Higher Education in Modern Greece

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The Ionian Academy was the first academic institution of modern Greece, established by Frederick North, 5th Earl of Guilford, in 1824.

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Manto Mavrogenous | A Greek Heroine of the War of Independence of 1821

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May 6, 20213 min read

Manto Mavrogenous | A Greek Heroine of the War of Independence of 1821

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Manto Mavrogenous, born in 1796 in Mykonos and died in 1848, is a Greek famous heroine of the Greek War of Independence.

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Vlychada Cave | Diros | Mani Lakonia | The 100.000 Years Old Shelter of Hippos

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Apr 30, 20211 min read

Vlychada Cave | Diros | Mani Lakonia | The 100.000 Years Old Shelter of Hippos

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Glyfada cave, more than 100K years old and known to locals from the start of the 20th century, hosts many fossilized bones of wild animals.

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Small Prespa Lake | World's Largest Colony of the Dalmatian Pelican

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Apr 23, 20212 min read

Small Prespa Lake | World's Largest Colony of the Dalmatian Pelican

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Small Prespa Lake is the 2nd in size lake of the two Prespa Lakes and the largest breeding colony of the world for the Dalmatian Pelican.

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7 Reasons to Travel | You Only Live Once | Be a Traveler not a Tourist

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Apr 21, 20212 min read

7 Reasons to Travel | You Only Live Once | Be a Traveler not a Tourist

Can there be anyone in the world who thinks that travelling is boring? You Only Live Once (YOLO!), think about it!

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Holy Trinity Monastery | Meteora | A Spiritual Retreat Amidst Natural Marvels

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Apr 12, 20212 min read

Holy Trinity Monastery | Meteora | A Spiritual Retreat Amidst Natural Marvels

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Experience spiritual enlightenment, natural beauty, and cultural immersion at Holy Trinity Monastery Meteora, a must-visit destination.

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Vangelis Papathanassiou | Greek Music Composer | The Blade Runner

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Apr 4, 20212 min read

Vangelis Papathanassiou | Greek Music Composer | The Blade Runner

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Vangelis Papathanassiou, known professionally as "Vangelis", is a famous Greek composer of electronic and orchestral music.

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Kalloni Sardine (Sardella Kallonis) | Lesvos | A Delicious and Nutritious Seafood Delight

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Mar 23, 20212 min read

Kalloni Sardine (Sardella Kallonis) | Lesvos | A Delicious and Nutritious Seafood Delight

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Discover the delicious and nutritious Kalloni Sardine, a sustainable and eco-friendly seafood choice packed with health benefits.

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Koutavos Lagoon | Kefalonia | The Destination of the Waters of Argostoli Sinkholes

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Mar 18, 20212 min read

Koutavos Lagoon | Kefalonia | The Destination of the Waters of Argostoli Sinkholes

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Koutavos Lagoon is located to the east of the bay of Argostoli, separated by the Debossetos bridge, hosting rare mammals and fish species.

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Tsiknopempti | Easter Greece | A Meat-Lover's Dream Day

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Mar 16, 20212 min read

Tsiknopempti | Easter Greece | A Meat-Lover's Dream Day

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Celebrate Tsiknopempti, the Greek holiday of meat and tradition! Grilled lamb, pork, and beef are the stars of the show! #SmokeThursday

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