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Chilean Hiker Falls to Death in Greek Ravine Near Albanian Border

A 20-year-old Chilean hiker died after falling into a ravine near the Greek-Albanian border while traveling on foot with a…

Lesvos to Reenact Bride Kidnapping by Pirates

A centuries-old pirate legend comes to life in western Lesvos as Nifida stages a theatrical reenactment of bride kidnapping.

Mount Olympus Added to UNESCO World Heritage List

Mount Olympus secures UNESCO World Heritage Status as a mixed natural and cultural property, unlocking 10 million euros in site…

Historic Factory at Pireos 260 to Become Athens’ New Cultural Landmark

The Ministry of Culture is transforming Building C of the historic Peiraios 260 complex into a modern, 342-seat theater space.

Greece’s August Full Moon 2026 Opens 126 Historic Sites After Dark

On August 28, 2026, 126 museums and archaeological sites open for free, featuring special cultural events under the night sky.

AKMI and Athens Hoteliers Partner to Boost Tourism Workforce Skills Through EU TourX Project

The Hoteliers' Association of Athens, Attica & Argosaronic (EXA) has signed a new partnership with SAEK AKMI, lead partner of…

An Unprovoked Knife Attack Injured Two American Tourists Outside the Acropolis

The man accused of stabbing two American tourists near the Acropolis has been remanded in custody pending trial.

Greece Completes E65 Motorway, Opening a New Gateway to Central and Western Greece

The full 182-km E65 motorway opens to traffic, improving access to Meteora, Epirus, Western Macedonia and Central Greece while strengthening…

The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water…

11-Year-Old Lands 162 Toxic Pufferfish, Helping Protect Greece’s Seas

Lefteris Kavvidas, an 11-year-old from Kastellorizo, won a fishing competition by catching 162 silver-cheeked toadfish.