Tag: ARCHEOLOGY

The Hadrian Aqueduct of Athens | An marvel of ancient Roman engineering springs back to life

Hadrian’s Aqueduct in Athens is the only Roman aqueduct of this type and size that has been constructed in Europe and that still carries water. This monumental technical construction of the ancient world does not only have great cultural value, but it can also be utilized to reduce the city’s environmental footprint.

The Greek government is supporting a multi-dimensional plan to put this ancient aqueduct back into use, in order both to cover current needs for irrigation water, and to develop new places of cultural and environmental interest.

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“Meanings”: Exhibition at the Acropolis Museum

The new exhibition titled NoHMATA “Meanings”. Personifications and Allegories from Antiquity to Today, at the Acropolis Museum, focuses on πersonified concepts and meanings with human or animal form and allegorical stories – from celestial objects, islands, rivers and cities to concepts like Justice and Injustice.

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Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology

The Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology in the heart of Athens offers visitors the opportunity to discover two very interesting aspects of ancient Greek culture through its permanent exhibitions “Ancient Greece – The Origins of Technology” and “Musical Instruments and Toys of Ancient Greece”.

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The Moonlit Magic of Greece’s Open-Air Cinemas

There’s still time for one more film under the Greek summer sky. Before the open-air cinemas close for the season, take your seat, look up at the stars, and let the magic of cinema take over.

Outdoor film screenings in Greece date back to 1900. Within a few years, Athens had its first open-air cinemas, and by the 1960s, more than 600 dotted the city. Rooftops, parks, and vacant lots were transformed into enchanting summer settings, creating a uniquely Greek cinematic tradition.
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Japan at TIF 2026: A Journey Through Tradition, Innovation and Excellence

From 5–13 September, Japan, the Honoured Country of the 90th Thessaloniki International Fair, invites visitors to Pavilion 13 for a unique journey through Japanese culture, tradition, technology and contemporary life.

At the heart of the program is TAKUMI, the enduring pursuit of excellence through knowledge, craftsmanship and creativity, brought to life through a rich programme featuring business and high-level discussions, Japanese performing arts, technology, education, shipping, sports, manga and anime, and hands-on experiences celebrating Japan’s cultural heritage.
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“TIF: 100 Years Future”

📅 5 September – 1 November 2026
📍 MOMus – Museum of Contemporary Art

The Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) celebrates 100 years of history, marking a century since its first edition in 1926.

To commemorate this important milestone, TIF HELEXPO, in collaboration with MOMus – Museum of Contemporary Art, presents the exhibition “TIF: 100 Years Future.”

The exhibition highlights TIF’s enduring connection with innovation, technological progress, and the major transformations that have shaped each era, while also reflecting its continued vision for the future.