It is known that the Greeks know how to enjoy food, drink, music, and life in general. Uzo and tsipouro help them in a more beautiful experience of the world and everyday life.

Uzo and tsipouro are recognized by the EU as Greek national products and are of protected geographical origin.

According to the Greeks, uzo is not just a drink, but a way of life.

Uzo

The island of Lesvos is

The Beaufort Wind Scale, or simply the Beaufort Scale, is a system that helps us understand the strength of the wind and its effects on the sea and land. It was devised in 1805 by the Irish hydrographer Francis Beaufort, with the intention of standardizing the way wind strength is assessed. The scale is used worldwide, including along the coasts of Greece – a country visited by tourists from around

The Hellas Express train on the route Belgrade - Thessaloniki will not be operating until 2027. As we received information from Hellenic Train, the Budapest - Thessaloniki railway (via Serbia and North Macedonia) is being renovated, with a deadline for completion set for 2027. It is not expected for the railway between Belgrade and Thessaloniki to be operational until then.

For more information on transportation options to Greece, please read here.

If you have ever visited Thessaloniki, you have surely indulged in trigona - fantastic flaky triangles with creamy filling and sweet syrup. This traditional Greek dessert can easily be prepared at home, and here is the recipe.

Recipe for trigona dessert

Ingredients:

For the flaky triangles:

• 1 package of phyllo dough
  
• Melted butter for brushing
  

For the syrup:

• 400 ml water
  
• 300 g sugar
  
• Cinnamon and 1 vanilla sugar
  

For the filling:

• 1 liter

Easily prepared and enjoyed with tea, coffee, or any dipping sauce, grissini can be nibbled on at any time and place. Grissini are excellent for a quick breakfast or a light snack that can be taken anywhere.

In Greek, grissini are called κριτσίνια (pronounced kritsinia).

In the islands of the Aegean Sea, they are a staple in every bakery, available in various combinations - with cheese, sesame, sweet with cinnamon... Combinations are

The Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, built in 1088, is one of the most unique places on the island of Amorgos. Legend has it that the icon of the Virgin Mary (Panagia) arrived by boat from the town of Hozova, thanks to a devout woman who sent it to save it from iconoclasts.

The monastery is dedicated to the Annunciation of the Most Holy Theotokos, and its celebration is marked on November

Tsoureki is either loved or adored. The Greeks serve it with coffee.

Tsoureki is a Greek sweet bread. Traditionally made for Easter, but can be found throughout the year in pastry shops.

The basic shape is a braid, and if prepared for Easter, a red egg is placed in the middle.

If you find yourself in Thessaloniki, be sure to try tsoureki from the Terkenlis pastry shop. This pastry shop and bakery has

The Acropolis in Athens is one of the most important historical and cultural places in the world, which testifies to the greatness of ancient Greece, the cradle of Western civilization. In this guide you will find out everything you need to know about its sights, history and practical tips for getting around. The Acropolis in Athens is not only a monumental building, but also a symbol of ancient Greek culture,