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WEBGreece Among Fastest-Ageing EU Nations, Expert Warns. Greece is among the fastest-ageing countries in the EU, with those aged 65 and older increasing by 4.6 times since the post-war era, reaching 2.4 million, says Byron Kotzamanis, Director of the Institute of Demographic Research and Studies. By 2050, one-third of the population will be over ...
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WEB2 days ago — All the latest Greek News from Greece and the world in chronological order by Greek City Times Economy, travel, business, features and Greek videos. A devastating wildfire in Corinthia, Greece has tragically claimed the historic Church of Panagia Katafygia. The nearly 240-year-old church, a symbol of refuge and resilience for …
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WEB2 days ago — Greece’s Unemployment Rate Drops to 9.5% in August 2024, Reports ELSTAT. The Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) has reported a significant decline in Greece’s unemployment rate, which fell to 9.5% in August 2024. This marks a decrease from 11.4% in August 2023 and a slight dip from 9.9% in July 2024. The number of employed individuals ...
The Ancient Greeks had two words for time: Chronos and Kairos – …
WEBAug 14, 2022 — Chronos refers to time as we usually mean it: a sequence of equal parts. There are twenty four hours in a day, and each hour is the same length of time. Kairos refers to the way in which certain moments are more important or influential than others. A clock can’t measure that, but it’s undeniable that some times are much more significant ...
Smyrna: The History Of Asia Minor's Greatest Greek City
WEBMay 18, 2022 — Smyrna was one of the greatest Ancient Greek cities to have existed in Asia Minor, today’s Turkey. Before being Christianised, and long before being Islamified, it once had a temple dedicated to Athena and was the residence of the epic poet Homer. Rebuilt during the Hellenistic era, it flourished for some time, becoming a hub of Armenian and ...
Greek diaspora: Which cities have the largest Greek population …
WEBFeb 21, 2021 — The General Secretariat of Hellenes Abroad reports that the highest concentration of Greek people outside of Greece is observed in the USA, with about 3,000,000 Greeks, followed by Cyprus with 720,000 Greek Cypriots, other European countries with over 1,000,000 Greek people, Australia with 700,000, and Canada with about 300,000 Greeks, while ...
The Ancient, Sacred Olive Tree of the Acropolis that Never Dies
WEBJun 27, 2021 — For over 2,500 years, the olive tree of the Acropolis has remained a worthy symbol of Athens, an undying and ancient representation of prosperity, peace, hope, and resurrection. Planted by the Goddess Athena herself, as Greek mythology would have it, the tree has suffered many fires and mutilations as invaders have come and gone. But a sprig was always saved to be planted later.
Skiathos: The COMPLETE guide to the island of pine trees, pristine ...
WEBJun 6, 2022 — Lobster tartare, sea bass carpaccio, lamb with greens, and vegan moussaka are a few of the dishes on the menu (Skiathos – 30 Evangelistria str, 2427021701). Ergon: both a grocery store and a tavern that belongs to the well-known chain Ergon. Greek products and carefully prepared dishes.
THESSALONIKI: Greece’s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy - Greek …
WEBDec 3, 2021 — It’s now official, Thessaloniki is a culinary paradise! In fact, Greece’s second-largest city has always been referred to as the country’s gastronomic capital but it also proudly became the first Greek city to join UNESCO’s Network of Gastronomy -as reported by Greek City Times – recognized for its rich culinary traditions, vibrant gastronomic community, and delightful local delicacies.
Discover Your Greek Name Day: A Complete Guide To Saints
WEBJan 11, 2024 — This intricate fabric holds a special secret for those bearing Greek names: the revelation of their. For Greeks, a name day transcends a birthday. It’s a celebration woven into the rhythm of faith, marking the feast day of the saint who shares your name (or its meaning). So, if you’re a John, January 7th – the feast of Aghios Ioannis ...