Archive for April, 2008
Random Greece Photo of the Moment
Here’s a random photo taken in Athens, part of our Athens set of our Greece photos page
Date: April 30th, 2008 |
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Greek Orthodox Good Friday
Millions of Orthodox Christians commemorate Good Friday on April 25, 2008.
Good Friday (or Great Friday) is a day of mourning. The icon of Christ is taken off the cross, wrapped in linen and put in the Epitafios, which symbolizes the tomb of Christ. Late at night the Epitafios is carried through the town is a solemn procession which symbolizes the burial of Christ.
Why is there a date difference between Catholic and Orthodox Easter?
The Gregorian calendar was introduced in Europe in 1582 but many Christians retained the Julian calendar, therefore the Easter date is different from the one in the west (Catholic and other Christian churches). Easter holidays are “movable feasts” which means they change every year according to calendar calculations.
Date: April 25th, 2008 |
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Random Greece Photo of the Moment
Here’s a random photo from our Islands set of our Greece photos page.
Date: April 23rd, 2008 |
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Random Greece Photo of the Moment
Here’s a random photo from our Meteora and Thessaloniki set of our Greece photos page.
Date: April 16th, 2008 |
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Easy tool to find cheap hotels in Greece
If you are looking for cheap hotels in Greece, you just got a bit luckier. We are proud to announce an improved hotel search function on this site which allows you to get results from multiple travel-booking sites all at once. Finding a cheap hotel in Greece will sure be much easier from now on.
Once you get to the new page, select the city where you want to go and you’ll then have two options. There is a complete list of the hotels in that area. The other option is …
Date: April 12th, 2008 |
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Flights to Santorini
Santorini is one of the most popular Greek islands. Known for its beautiful sunrises, volcano and wonderful beaches, Santorini draws tourists like a magnet all summer long.
Airport and Airlines
Santorini National Airport (JTR) is located near the beach of Monolithos, just 8 km / 5miles southeast of Fira.
Date: April 28th, 2008 |
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Classic Greece Adventure Trip Review
When you are planning your first visit to Greece it’s very difficult to create an itinerary to comprise at least the most important aspects of the Greek civilization. The Classic Greece Adventure Trip manages to combine, in a very interesting way, visits to the most important historical sites in the Peloponnese region with the magical feel of the capital and its nightlife.
Cities and sites
During only nine days you get to visit the capital, Athens , The Ancient Temple of Epidaurus (located nearby Epidavros) , the beautiful town of Nafplio (and Greece’s first capital after it achieved its independence), Sparta, Olympia – the birth place of the Olympic Games - and Delphi.
Date: April 23rd, 2008 |
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Santorini Beaches
The beautiful Greek island of Santorini is very famous for its white, black or red sand beaches. The tourists love to soak in the sun or just sit back and enjoy the beautiful sunsets.
Kamari, Monolithos and Perissa
It’s pretty much impossible to talk about these beaches independently. They have several elements in common, including the black sand and deep blue waters.
Date: April 21st, 2008 |
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Rhodes Beaches
As one of the most sought after Greek islands, Rhodes attracts sunbathers every summer. The extend of its coastline makes it easy for tourists to enjoy a lot of different places to swim in the crystal clear water or just soak up the sun on one of the beautiful beaches.
Best beaches in Rhodes
Prassonissi Beach
This long, sandy beach located in south part of the island, 92 km/57 miles from the City of Rhodes and 40 km / 25 miles from Lindos. The water is crystal clear and the landscape magnificent. The beach is a paradise for surfers mostly during July and August when Meltemi (the north wind) blows. Right near the beach you’ll find a taverna and accommodation.
Faliraki Beach
This is the most developed beach on Rhodes. It’s located in the north-eastern part of the island, at only 14 km / 8.7 miles from the capital.
Date: April 14th, 2008 |
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Random Greece Photo of the Moment
Here’s a random photo from our Athens set of our Greece photos page.
Date: April 9th, 2008 |
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