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UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Explore the treasures
Explore the treasures
During your stay in Greece explore the treasures made by man and nature over the centuries. Discover 18 unique monuments and sites. Read more...
Covid-19
Easing Measures
Easing Measures
Due to the Coronavirus spread worldwide, Greece has taken measures which are now lifted in stages, in order to return to normality. Welcome back dear friends. Read more…
Top 10 Greece
Download before your trip
Download before your trip
Here is a collection of our TOP 10 leaflets to assist your travel journey. Hold on to our travel tips and don't miss a thing while in Greece! Download here...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Now that you've had time to dream of the places you desire to visit in Greece, we've gathered all the answers to questions you might have; to make your trip a memorable one. Take a look...
Home-made Spoon Sweet
Authentically Greek!
Authentically Greek!
These heavenly sweet treats go back in time. For the older it’s a kind reminder of fond memories; for the young it’s a great way to get in touch with Greek tradition. Come along and get acquainted with the genuine Greek sweet. Let’s go…
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Monuments and Museums
Plan Ahead
Plan Ahead
Are you planning on visiting the Acropolis, Knossos, Ancient Messene or any other archaeological site or museum in Greece? Book your tickets...
Upcoming events
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Festival of Epidaurus 2020
The Festival of Epidaurus 2020, which mainly presents theatrical performances built upon the ancient Greek tragedy and comedy plays, will be held from the 24th of July to the 15th of August 2020.
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18th Preveza Jazz Festival
Founded in 2003, Preveza Jazz Festival promotes Greek and foreign emerging and established Jazz bands in open-air public spaces in the city. Preveza (15th-16 August 2020).
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Τhe Bacchae
The Michael Cacoyannis Foundation presents “The Bacchae” by Euripides, directed by Constantinos Chatzis at several archaeological sites.
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26th Kalamata Dance Festival
With 21 Greek and foreign productions, adapted to the current situation and therefore held only in open spaces, the Kalamata Dance Festival will take place this year on 21-30 August.
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Ancient sounds Today’s melodies
In Chrysea Formix ensemble’s performance Ancient sounds - Today’s music, ancient lyre will be revived through the magical sounds of its chords.
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Dance solos
A series of dance solos which will be presented in interior spaces of Archaeological Museums, with the participation of GNO Ballet dancers and celebrated Giorgos Kotsifakis.
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My mother's sin
Georgios Vizyenos’ short story My Mother’s Sin (1883) is presented in English in order to bring this masterpiece of modern Greek literature to a wider audience.
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10th Athens Open Air Film Festival
Athens turns into a vast, open-air cinema! Summer blockbusters, all-time classics, local gems and special events in the biggest open-air festival in the city!
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Aeschylia 2020
Aeschylia Festival is considered one of the most important years of the modern history of Elefsina.
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Naxos Festival 2020
Artists had been summoned to this year’s 20th anniversary edition of the Naxos Festival to create new works in an atmosphere of familiarity, friendship and festiveness.
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Constitution of the Athenians
Constitution of the Athenians is presented for the first time in theatrical form at major archaeological sites and museums, the most ideal theatrical setting for their performance.
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Animasyros13 International Animation Festival
Animasyros International Animation Festival will be held for the 13th consecutive year, presenting a rich artistic programming as well as international collaborations, from 23 to 27 September 2020, on the island of Syros.
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Greece’s first underwater museum on Alonnisos
Take your next trip to the island where the lush green of the mountain meets the blue seawaters and explore its remarkable underwater world.
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The Persians
Τhe Persians by Aeschylus, directed by Dimitris Lignadis, is on summer tour!
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7th Nafplio Marathon
The Nafplio Marathon, one of the most popular and largest sport events in Greece, will be held for the seventh consecutive year on Sunday November 29, 2020.
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Where to go
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Greek Islands Main Cities Athens Thessaloniki Crete Cyclades Ionian Islands Dodecanese Peloponnese
Things to See & do
Museums Archaeological sites Religious tourism Sailing Wellness Touring Gastronomy
Museums Archaeological sites Religious tourism Sailing Wellness Touring Gastronomy
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