Tag: GASTRONOMY

Wine routes of Crete

In modern times, Cretan wine has won the attention and preference of the broader consumer public. Cretan wines are a precious legacy of traditional varieties, perfectly adapted to the island’s climate conditions. Cretan vineyards cover 12.8% of Greece’s wine regions and rank 3rd among the country’s 9 wine-growing areas.

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Wine routes of northern Greece – Chalkidiki

Chalkidiki is primarily famous as a tourist destination, known for its idyllic beaches and impressive natural beauty; but, apart from its seaside and mountain landscapes, it is also renowned for its high-quality food products. Among these are some of Greece’s best wines, coming from its vast vineyards and numerous wineries. This makes it ideal as a wine tourism destination, following the path of the Chalkidiki Wine Route, part of the Wine Routes of Northern Greece.

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🎬 49th Drama International Short Film Festival

📍 Drama, Greece | 📅 6–12 September 2026

This year, the 49th Drama International Short Film Festival welcomes cinephiles and filmmakers from around the world with 157 films, including 45 world premieres!

🏆 The winners of the top awards in the National and International Competition sections will automatically qualify for consideration in the Academy Awards® process. The Festival is also recognised by the European Film Academy and has recently gained qualification for the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA), further confirming its position as Greece’s leading short film festival.

https://www.dramafilmfestival.gr/en/disff49-2026-en/

Drama International Short Film Festival - Φεστιβάλ Μικρού Μήκους Δράμας
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Team Hellas delivered a landmark performance at the Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games, winning 71 medals. The Greek delegation celebrated an outstanding haul of 26 gold, 26 silver and 19 bronze medals, underlining the strength, depth and exceptional standard of Greek sport. 🇬🇷🏆
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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.