The custom of scaring off the goblins (kalikantzaroi in Greek) is being revived in central Greece every year during the festive season. From Christmas...

The “gouri,” or Greek good luck charm, has proven to be a steadfast part of Greek culture since ancient times. With New Year celebrations...

The highly anticipated film “Iparxo” (I Exist) featuring the life of Greek legendary singer Stelios Kazantzidis that hit movie theaters...

Beauty was extremely important in ancient Greece and not just for women but for men, as well. As admirers of beauty, ancient Greeks placed great...

Celebrating the arrival of the New Year is a popular custom around the world, as it has been for thousands of years. We find the same basic...

The Ancient Theatre of Hephaistia on the island of Limnos (Lemnos), Greece, is a remarkable testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region....

White olives known as leucocarpa, or leucolea, is a rare variety of olive tree, mainly found in the south of Italy, in the region historically known...

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The tradition of eating 12 grapes at midnight on New Year's Eve, rooted in Spanish culture, is believed to manifest good luck and prosperity for the...

Smashing a pomegranate on New Year’s Day is an Ancient Greek custom that continues to this day as the fruit is considered a symbol of good fortune.