Municipality of Tilos-Tilos.gr
Once upon a time on Tílos, an island belonging to the Dodecanese, there used to live… elephants! Read more
Leros. Magic off the beaten track!
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Leros/ © GNTO/ photo Vassiliadis D.
Blissfully nostalgic for all those unforgettable moments, I keep on going back to the summer of 2006, when my friend Yórgos had invited me to his house on Leros, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise! Read more
Another Reason to Visit Beautiful Santorini, Greece: Prehistoric Site of Akrotiri Finally Reopened
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As if you needed another reason to visit one of the most magnificent places in the world, the Greek island of Santorini, the archaeological site of Akrotiri is now open to visitors after being closed for the past seven years.
Mountainous Arcadia: Α getaway suggestion only a few hours away from the capital!
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Dimitsana © GNTO/ photo George Kakoutis
Let’s follow George to a tour around the traditional villages of Mountainous Arcadia, a place synonymous with legendary heroes, fierce battles and glorious achievements. Today, thanks to its proximity to Athens and its striking beauty, Mountainous Arcadia is one of the most popular destinations in Greece. Read more
Films, Made in Greece!
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Skopelos© GNTO/photo Domenico Albertini
The unique colours and sounds of Greece and the eternal beauty of the Greek landscape can be shared by everyone through the films that have been shot here… Read more
My Heart Belongs to Pelio
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I was born in Canada to Greek parents, and moved to Athens a little over 15 year ago. I was a young professional, looking for a change in my life, though I wasn’t quite sure what kind of change. Read more
Easter in a fortified tower-town!
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source: Municipality of Monemvasia
Spending Easter in Monemvasia is definitely a spiritual experience, as the locals live the Passion Week in devoutness and deep contemplation. Delve into an overwhelming spiritual atmosphere and participate into sacred rituals, ancient-old traditions and joyful celebrations! Read more
Olympic Flame Lighting
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Ancient Olympia, July 20, 1936, 12 noon: The Olympic Flame is alight for the very first time by the Greek sun at the sacred and historic site of Ancient Olympia.
Ever since, the unique event of the Flame Lighting Ceremony has acted as herald for the Olympic Games worldwide. The Sacred Flame travels the country where the games are to be held and burns for as long as the Olympic Games last, as a strong reminder of the land that gave birth to them. Read more
Up Greek Tourism Advertising campaign launched at New York
| Multimedia | 5 RepliesUp Greek Tourism Advertising campaign launched at New York inviting Americans to visit Greece!!! The animated billboard, made possible with your contributions #crowdfunding, is in Times Square as from today and for 30 days! Here it is, hope you like it!
My top 10 of Greece
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Greece is a country of unique beauty and has something special to offer to every visitor, regardless of age or taste. Having traveled throughout Greece, I have selected 10 special destinations, every one of which is a complete experience for all the senses. Read more