Every summer we receive footage or photographs of dolphins from our guests and followers, which they see in the blue sea near the coast where they are vacationing. Both children and adults are excited to see them. These joyful animals hold a special place in all of us but also in the life of the Greeks from ancient times to today.

Through this text, we wanted to introduce you to the

Millions vacation in Greece every summer, and it is worth remembering this illustrious man and scientist who influenced the lives of all women on planet Earth.

Georgios Papanikolaou, the Greek physician who invented the Pap test in 1928, saved the lives of countless women around the world. His pioneering work in the field of medical diagnostics not only advanced women's health, but also laid the foundation for the development of cytopathology,

Evija, a popular destination among tourists, also hides a spiritual gem - the monastery of Saint John the Russian in Neo Prokopion. In the text, discover more about the saint, miracle-worker, and his place in the hearts of believers. Saint John the Russian, a miracle-worker deeply connected to Greek tradition and faith, holds a special place in the hearts of believers across Greece and the world.

The life and dedication

Many times we enter a local shop in Greece and see various plants packed in jars or bags but we do not know what is inside. Due to the unfamiliarity of the language for both us and the sellers, we cannot even find out, so in the end we give up. We buy what is somewhat familiar to us....

Sea fennel or rock samphire is probably one of those things.

Having spent

Discover all about the types of olive oil, the meaning of labels on the label, and the health benefits that this liquid gold of the Mediterranean brings.

Everything you need to know about the types and labels of olive oil

Olive oil is more than a mere ingredient in the kitchen - it is the essence of the Mediterranean diet and a symbol of health. Whether you use it for cooking,

What is to us the French fries, that is in Greece the salted fish gavros. It is served everywhere as a salad or meze, and everyone has their "secret" way of preparation and seasonings. Have you tried this specialty and how did you like it?

What is gavros?

The fish gavros is anchovy . Their Latin name is Engraulis encrasicolus.

Compared to sardines, which are usually thicker, gavros is characterized by its

Interesting is the significance of laurel, how strong it has remained through the centuries, and how our culture is still imbued with its symbolism today.

The expressions "take the laurel" and "rest on your laurels" are used even today. The words "baccalaureate" (bachelor) and "poet laureate" originate precisely from the name laurel and are still used today. They come directly from the Latin name for laurel, Laurus nobilis, **and signify the

As of January 1, 2024, a change in the law on residence taxes came into effect in Greece, which will henceforth be called ENVIRONMENTAL LEVY or a levy for climate crisis management.

Due to the significant natural disasters that have befallen Greece in recent years (fires, floods, etc.), it has been decided to rename and repurpose the residence tax as an environmental levy, with the funds being invested in ecology, specifically