In the most isolated and hardest accessible part of the Mount Athos, called Karulia, in cottage made on vertical cliffs, in the recess and clefts of the rock, they live an ascetic life, monks, anchorite. The monks from the most abundant cells are walking on cliffs with the help of chains which are tied to the walls, and before that, their food was delivered only with the help of the

The island of Hios has been mentioned several times and it is truly unique in Greece and the world. Among other things, there is a medieval village on the island, called Mesta. It was built by the Venetians, and numerous narrow, blind alleyways like mazes used to serve to mislead and confuse pirates. In these streets there are the houses of the inhabitants, which are also connected to each other.

I always prefer to purchase high-quality domestic products rather than from stores, but finding a responsible producer is sometimes very challenging.

I believe there is no tourist who has visited Thassos and has not bought at least one jar of honey for which the island is famous. Vesna Nikolic, along with her Greek family on Thassos, produces high-quality honey and olive oil.

If you visit Thassos, make sure to stop by and

For all our people who refer to us Nikana.gr, or our FB group Live from Greece, we have arranged discounts in restaurants and cafés in Thasos. Of course, download the thumbnail with the discount list to show if needed or to remind yourself which facilities you have discounts in.

*Note: Giros El Greco is no longer on the list. We apologise to anyone who may have had any inconvenience in this

Greece has more bee hives per hectare than any other country in Europe, and the Greek honey is considered one of the finest in the world.

This is mainly due to the great diversity of the Greek flora and many sunny days. As a proven high quality product it has a great reputation and as a prestigious product is available in 30 countries on five continents.

The diversity of flora is responsible

This year we bought the Thassos pine honey, recommended by Ana Kostić, member of Nikana team. Dark color, different taste of any other honey we had chance to try so far, described by one word - excellent.

I thought that the best place to buy it was the shop of Beekepers Association that we found by visiting Potos. A number of breeders formed an association to standardize the quality of their

Poor internet in accommodation in Greece, well known isn't it?

You require internet during your vacation in Greece and you are searching for the most favorable option. You are at the right place. Below, you can find out which option is the most cost-effective and how to easily and affordably obtain unlimited internet during your vacation.

Every year, we receive many questions regarding the use of internet for mobile phones during

The most information for this article are taken from the official website of the Chilandar Monastery

The procedure for entering the Holy Mountain had been rather complex before, but it is simplified and easier today. The proof for it is an increasing number of pilgrims who visit the Holy Mountain throughout the year, and especially during summer.

Visits to the Holy Mountain are limited and the Chilandar Monastery is obliged to follow