Amazing Greece

Happy 2026 from snow covered Lemnos island #Greece

ΟΧΙ Day - 85 years ago today Remembering 28 October 1940 Greece said NO and changed the course of WWII and the World! 🎥: Washington Oxi Day Foundation

The Vix Krater, a 6th century BC Greek bronze vessel imported to the Celts. Discovered in Bourgogne/France in the tomb of the “Lady of Vix,” a Celtic princess. It remains the largest known metal vessel of Western antiquity. Musée du Pays Châtillonnais

MINOAN HIGHWAY IS FOUND IN SOUTHERN CRETE - GREECE : Archeological excavations on Crete have uncovered a major highway that is presumed to have connected the 15th Century BC, Minoan city of Phaistos with its southern seaport of Kommos. A Toronto University professor, Joseph W. Shaw, who i s directing an excavation of Kommos by the American School of Classical Studies in Athens, sa id that the limestone-paved road is ''a dramatic discovery whi ch underlines the southern seaport's strategic importance fo r the Minoan empire.'' Next to the ancient road are the remains of what Dr. Shaw believes was a ''sort of customhouse, a public building where the Minoan sea captains would meet.'' He said that the standing wall of this building is constructed of ''enormous blocks, among the largest ever used in Minoan construction.'' Dr. Shaw said the ancient Kommos port, which is near the renowned caves of Matala, about five miles south of Phaistos, served the seafaring Minoan empire as a point of entry and trade with North Africa and ancient Egypt. The well-worn road, according to Dr. Shaw, is nearly ten feet wide and large enough for four people to walk abreast. He said it separated the wealthy central district of Kommos from the common houses and then continued inland toward Phaistos. Evans Predicted Road Existed Sir Arthur Evans, the archeologist who discovered the Palace of Knossos, home of the legendary King Minos and the Minotaur, predicted as long ago as 1924 that a town existed on the site of Kommos. Sir Arthur, who also believed that a great road existed, presumed that the thoroughfare connected Kommos and Knossos, from the southern to the northern shores of the island. While Dr. Shaw has only uncovered the beginning of the road, he said he believed that the avenue continues as far as Phaistos. In the excavation work this summer, no evidence has been found that it continues as far as Knossos. ''At this point the Kommos excavations have revealed so much information that we must spend one year analyzing it,'' Dr. Shaw said. ''When we resume the digging in 1983, we hope to uncover the downtown area of Kommos.'' The Minoan civilization, which flourished in Crete during the Bronze Age, was abruptly destroyed by what historians believe was a series of earthquakes about 1450 BC. #archaeohistories

In Gaziantep Province, Türkiye 🇹🇷, archaeologists have uncovered a breathtaking collection of 2200 year-old mosaics in the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Zeugma. Dating back to 3rd-2nd Centuries BC, these masterpieces offer a vivid glimpse into the art, culture, and daily life of the Hellenistic period. Once strategically located on the Euphrates River, Zeugma thrived as a wealthy trade hub, blending Greek, Persian, and later Roman influences. The mosaics, crafted from thousands of tiny colored stones and tiles, depict a rich variety of subjects from mythological figures and legendary heroes like Heracles, Achilles, and Alexander the Great to scenes of nature and daily life. Their lifelike quality and intricate detail showcase the exceptional skill of ancient artisans and highlight the city’s deep Hellenistic roots. These artworks once adorned the floors of lavish homes, temples, and public spaces, reflecting the opulence of Zeugma’s elite society. Though parts of Zeugma were submerged in the early 2000s due to the construction of the Birecik Dam, ongoing excavations continue to reveal treasures that preserve the city’s legacy. The discovery of these mosaics not only enriches our understanding of ancient Greek artistry but also tells the story of cultural exchange across civilizations, ensuring that Zeugma’s grandeur endures for generations to come. #drthehistories

Without computers. Without AI. Without the internet. Without electricity Without lasers. Without gas-powered engines… They built this.

Golden hour in Chora, Anafi #Greece

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Mel Gibson Walks Mount Athos, the Holy Mountain in #Greece : A Devout Christian’s Pilgrimage to Orthodoxy’s Stronghold. "I have never felt a connection to God anywhere like I did here."

Summer in Zakynthos #Greece (vid by elaki26)

The pantheon of Greek heroes. Who is your favorite?

The Hellenes 🇬🇷

The Rage of Hera? with @Gnosisinformant @ Olympia Greece

Greek 🇬🇷cuisine is as varied as its geography, shaped by the mountains, islands, and coastlines that define the country. Explore more: tasteatlas.com/taste-greece-2… Inland regions lean on hearty meats, foraged greens, and aged cheeses, while the islands offer lighter fare built around seafood, herbs, and olive oil. Each area brings its own rhythm and ingredients to the table, creating a cuisine that’s deeply local yet recognizably Greek. It’s a food culture rooted in place, tradition, and everyday life. #TasteGreece #DiscoverGreece @DiscoverGRcom

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Holy Monastery Stomio, Konitsa, Epirus #Greece (vid aggeliki_razou)

This bronze head, found on the island of Delos in 1912, represents one of the most extraordinary masterpieces of Hellenistic art that has survived to this day. 1/2

Monastery of Agia Ierousalim, near Livadia, Central #Greece (vid by edward_photography1)

Parga, Epirus #Greece (vid by george_vagenas)

The frozen Profitis Elias chapel at the top of Voras mountain, Makedonia #Greece (vid by angeliki.a)