During a renovation of an old church in the Sfakia area of Greece, craftsmen uncovered an ancient Ottoman stone plaque while restoring the altar. This discovery revealed unique inscriptions in Arabic script, likely dating back to 1868. Eutychis Tzirtzilakis, a…
A new exhibition titled ‘100 Years Nea Ionia’ is being held at the Estia Iones building in Volos, showcasing the artistic works of Ioannis Kontaxis, a long-standing member and treasurer of the Iones community. Argiro Mamalikopoulou, president of the Iones,…
On November 16, 2024, Thessaloniki Walking Tours will host a guided tour titled “Who Created the Gardens of Pasha?” This event aims to unveil the enigmatic history of this significant Belle Époque monument, thanks to the research of Tasos Papadopoulos…
The British Museum has received a monumental donation valued at €1.2 billion from the Sir Percival David Foundation, comprising 1,700 pieces of Chinese art dating from the 10th to 18th centuries. Highlights include two renowned blue-and-white ‘David Vases’ from the…
The British Museum has been gifted Chinese ceramics valued at £1 billion, marking a historic contribution that enhances its collection’s significance outside of the Chinese-speaking world. The 1,700 donated items, previously on long-term loan, span from the third to 20th…
The British Museum is set to receive a remarkable collection of Chinese ceramics valued at £1 billion from the Sir Percival David Foundation, marking the highest-value donation in its history. This collection, consisting of 1,700 objects, dates from the third…
The Jewish Museum in Vienna has launched an exhibition titled “The Third Generation: The Holocaust in Family Memory,” curated by Sabina Apostolo. It examines how the descendants of Holocaust survivors confront their family’s history through artistic expression. Highlights include the…
Dimitris Kourentas, the Governor of Thessaly, expressed intentions to collaborate with the Regional Education Directorate to fund school visits to Cyprus, specifically to the sacred site of the Prisoners’ Memorial. Following his tour of historical sites, Kourentas emphasized the importance…
Yiannis Makrymallakis, the founder and president of the Cretan Association of Ptolemaida, passed away this morning. Under his leadership, the association became one of the largest cultural organizations in the city, actively promoting Cretan heritage through various events. Makrymallakis was…
The Holy Metropolis of Rhodes, supported by the Dodecanese Antiquities Authority, is organizing a conference titled ‘The Metropolitan Cathedral of Rhodes: A Journey Through Time.’ This event celebrates the completion of renovations to the Cathedral of the Entrance of the…
Michalis Ganas, a prominent Greek poet, has died at the age of 80. Born in 1944 in Chamantha, he spent his early years in Eastern Europe before studying law at the University of Athens. Ganas was a multifaceted cultural figure,…
A lecture by Professor Lampros Liavas at the Tefloglio Foundation will delve into the ‘soundscapes’ reflected in the works of prominent Greek artists Tassos and Siciliotis. Scheduled for November 18, this discussion will explore their connection to Greek folk traditions…
