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Greece Man and Diving in Santorini island
Since ancient times, man has been hunting for food and collecting pearls as well as other rare objects from the seabed. The first piece of information on diving activities dates as far back as 4500 B.C.
Date Posted: February 27, 2008
Greece Lesbos-A Witty, Hard Working People Who Know How to Enjoy Life
Lesbos is the island of poets, and has been since ancient times. A petrified forest and protected wetland are among its natural wonders. There a villages of note to explore...
Date Posted: February 26, 2008
Greece Sifnos - Gold of Old, Golden Beaches Now
Site of Europe's earliest known mines, Sifnos has a long history. Modern Sifnos is quiet, and undeveloped. This island of sandy beaches and white houses is exactly what one expects to find on a Greek island.
Date Posted: February 26, 2008
The 10 most historic starts (Athens - Greece)
The history of the Olympics is rich in important events, in sorrow and joy, in memorable moments but also in tragedies, Here are the 10 starting marks that have remained in history, 1896 Athens Olympics - Marathon run Historians mention that about...
Date Posted: February 21, 2008
Greece Kastellorizo an Dodecanese island
When the Greek War of Independence was declared in 1821, the men of Kastellorizo were amongst the first ones to offer their vessels for fire ships and to throw themselves into the war.
Date Posted: February 18, 2008
Kastellorizo The island which is the national symbol of Greece
With its glorious past and rich history stands on the crossroad of civilizations and awaits youâ¦Useful Telephones (Prefix 22460) Town Hall 49269 / 49232 Police 49333 Harbor master 49270 Telephone Company 49289 Local Health...
Date Posted: February 18, 2008
Greek Wines of the Aegean islands
The islands of the Aegean Sea are the sites of some of the world's oldest winemaking activity. A European passion for malmsey sustained the region through the Middle Ages. Young winemakers are moving into the region, revitalizing the industry.
Date Posted: February 18, 2008
Greece: Invest in a pair of sunglasses with 100% UV protection
Invest in a pair of sunglasses with 100% UV protection. This could help prevents eventual development of cataracts. And don't forget to get a pair for your children.Going on vacation? Maybe even to a sunny Greek island?
Date Posted: February 18, 2008
Greece: Don't Forget Your Sunglasses
Invest in a pair of sunglasses with 100% UV protection. This could help prevents eventual development of cataracts. And don't forget to get a pair for your children.Going on vacation? Maybe even to a sunny Greek island?
Date Posted: February 18, 2008
Greek Fire - A Forgotten Weapon
Byzantine battles were turned by the introduction of a liquid that could burn on water, or under water. The formula has been lost, so we are left guessing what it might have been.Greek fire was burning liquid used as a weapon by the Byzantine...
Date Posted: February 18, 2008