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Category: UNESCO world heritage

  • Travel through history at Philippi

    Travel through history at Philippi

    A visit to the ancient site of Philippi has been on my bucket list for years. Why? Well, it is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Greece. But what has truly drawn me to visit this site, is that it tells a story of multiple eras. From the ancient Greeks, to the Romans,…

    Anna

    26 April 2023
    ancient Greece, Basilica, history, theatre
  • Enter ancient Greece at Mycenae

    Enter ancient Greece at Mycenae

    Greece is famous for its rich amount of archeological sites. Building in the country is almost impossible due to the abundance of history hidden underneath Greek soil. As a result, even the smallest towns have archeological sites or museums. Most of these sites are fields, covered with ancient foundations and restored columns. The most famous…

    Anna

    22 November 2022
    ancient Greece, archeology, architecture, history, Lion Gate, mythology, tomb
  • Experience the ancient theatre of Epidaurus

    Experience the ancient theatre of Epidaurus

    In the north of Peloponnese, close to Nafplion and just 2 hours away from Athens, lies the ancient city of Epidaurus. Epidaurus was a small city established in the sixth century B.C. Today, it is a big tourist attraction due to the most well-preserved ancient theatre. The site is on the list of UNESCO world…

    Anna

    11 September 2022
    archeology, architecture, Greece, history, theatre, UNESCO world heritage
  • Meteora

    Meteora

    Breathtaking and magical. Six monasteries on top of huge rock pillars that seem surreal. No words nor pictures can capture the beauty and impressiveness of this Greek landmark, where history, spirituality, nature and architecture truly come together. No wonder Meteora is on the UNESCO world heritage as well as the Natura 2000 list. Definitely visit…

    Anna

    10 June 2022
    Greece, nature, travel, UNESCO world heritage
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