History
Restoration of Greek Island Church wins Europa Nostra Heritage Award
The jury behind the prestigious award praised the quality of the restoration, and the high level of cooperation between public and private bodies.
Heritage
US Ambassador Pyatt Visits Mount Athos Monastery
The ambassador, who is active on social media, tweeted numerous pictures of his visit to one of Orthodoxy's most important sites.
History
A Virtual Tour Through Pericles’ Acropolis at Hellenic Cosmos
The planetarium-like Tholos Theater of Hellenic Cosmos now offers the chance to enjoy a virtual tour of the Acropolis as it was in the Golden Age of Athens.
Technology
Virtual Antiquity: See the Parthenon Marbles in 360 Video
Be transported to Room 18 in the British Museum where Greece's most famous sculptures are kept.
History
A Digital Introduction to Greek Heritage by Athens University
A new, attractive online platform is helping people outside of Greece become acquainted with ancient Greek sites and culture.
Music
UNESCO Adds Rebetiko to its Intangible Cultural Heritage List
At its annual meeting this year, UNESCO recognized rebetiko, a musical genre that emerged in Greece in the early 20th century among poor urban communities.
History
Amphipolis Tomb to be Open to Public in 2020, Minister Says
The minister said that European and Regional funds had already been earmarked for the project that is bound to become a major tourist draw in the region.
Heritage
Elliniki Etairia: 45 years of Preserving Greek Heritage
From the quaint streets of Plaka to the landscape of Delphi, many of Greece's top destinations would be very different if it wasn't for the concerted action of ELLET.
