Several of the most influential Greek philosophers and thinkers are portrayed in Raphael's masterpiece the School of Athens ...

Ancient Greek trireme warships, which had three banks of oarsmen, were so effective that they enabled the rise of Athens as a ...

The largest of the Ionian islands, Kefalonia is a kaleidoscope of colour: pink bougainvillea drapes over pastel-painted ...

For over three millennia, this ancient Greek grape has survived harsh island conditions in the southern Aegean Sea. Now, it’s ...

Archaeologists recently excavated an ancient workshop on Paros, Greece, revealing unfinished sculptures and intriguing ...

Greece is a land where ancient history, dazzling landscapes, and vibrant culture blend into one unforgettable travel experience. In this ultimate travel guide, we take you on a breathtaking journey ...

Alexander had a love-hate relationship with his father, King Philip II of Macedonia. While at times he appeared to be the ...

Emanuel at the hire car place outside our hotel digs into his drawer for the fold-out map he has of the island of Crete. “If ...

Soar through millennia of history in this breathtaking aerial journey across Turkey's most captivating ancient sites, ...

Country names often fade into the background of a map and eventually become fixed and obvious. But the truth is, they’re anything but. These names are often rooted in ancient riddles, happy accidents, ...

There is so much to do and see in Rhodes, so we've gathered all of the best ideas for your next Greek holiday. Think beaches, ...