On the eastern coast of Halkidiki in Greece near the village of Olympiada lie the ruins of ancient Stagira. Though small and unassuming, this site...

Most people think of ancient Greece and immediately picture philosophers debating under olive trees. However, this image is incomplete without...

In Greek mythology, the hero Theseus is most famous for his conflict with the Minotaur in the Labyrinth on Crete. However, this was not his biggest...

The name Iphigenia has been synonymous with ancient Greek tragedy and mythology as well as the concept of sacrifice for millennia. This fascinating...

Our galaxy, the Milky Way, was the subject of various theories among the ancient Greeks, ranging from mythological explanations to early scientific...

The trireme was the most common type of warship in the ancient Mediterranean for some time in early Greek history. The reason it was so important and...

Poetry stands as one of humanity’s oldest art forms. It is the art of manipulating words into rhythm and meaning to elicit strong emotional...

Poetry stands as one of humanity’s oldest art forms. It is the art of manipulating words into rhythm and meaning to elicit strong emotional...

Choosing famous people with roots in Crete is not an easy task. The Greek island, the largest and most populous in the country, has a rich history...

Dittany of Crete is an ancient Greek herb known for its “magical” healing properties which was mentioned in the world of Harry Potter....