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Old Port of Fira | Santorini | The Gate to Cable Car and Volcano Excursions
The Old Port of Fira is one of the two ports of Santorini, and it is used by cruise ships, excursion boats and as entrance to the cable car.
Shiny Greece
Aug 8, 20213 min read


Frangokastello | Chania Crete | The Ottoman Expulsion and the Drosoulites Phenomenon
Frangokastello is a castle (and also a small settlement and beach), 12 km east from Sfakia village at the south coast of Chania Crete.
Shiny Greece
Aug 5, 20213 min read


Agios Nikolaos Gaios Castle | Paxos | Could it be a Leonardo Da Vinci Design?
Agios Nikolaos Paxos, built from 1423 to 1510 to protect Paxos from pirates, was largely based on plans by Leonardo Da Vinci.
Shiny Greece
Jul 24, 20211 min read


Agia Paraskevi Village | The Architecture Diamond of the Island of Lesvos
Agia Paraskevi is located in the central part of Lesvos, and it is famous for its old mansions, its unique architecture and its festivals.
Shiny Greece
Jul 9, 20213 min read


Chryssocheria Castle | Kalymnos | The Madonna with the Golden Hands
Chryssocheria castle, constructed from 14th to 15th century, is located on a hill top over the village Chorio of Kalymnos.
Shiny Greece
Jul 6, 20214 min read


Monastery Architecture | Lesvos | A Window into the Island's Rich Cultural Heritage
Discover the stunning Monastery Architecture of Lesvos, a window into the island's rich cultural heritage, from Byzantine to Neoclassical.
Shiny Greece
May 26, 20212 min read


Ionian Academy | Corfu | The Sparkle of Higher Education in Modern Greece
The Ionian Academy was the first academic institution of modern Greece, established by Frederick North, 5th Earl of Guilford, in 1824.
Shiny Greece
May 11, 20213 min read


Holy Trinity Monastery | Meteora | A Spiritual Retreat Amidst Natural Marvels
Experience spiritual enlightenment, natural beauty, and cultural immersion at Holy Trinity Monastery Meteora, a must-visit destination.
Shiny Greece
Apr 12, 20212 min read
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