Roman Imperial Era: Greece experienced a new heyday during the imperial era. In the east, the »Hellenes« formed an upper class with special privileges since Augustus (requirement: attendance at grammar school). The Greek element played an important role in local and regional administration, and since the 2nd century AD also […]

Mount Athos Efforts to enter the country are rewarded with an unforgettable stay If you want to visit Mount Athos in northeast Greece, you still have to be male. This should be said in advance, since women have always been denied admission to the monastic republic. Strict entry requirements – […]

Attractions in Rhodes The most popular attraction in Rhodes is probably the old town of Rhodes. There you will find charming places, beautiful buildings and churches and a buzzing human life. Bring your camera and explore the old town’s attractions and sights. Rhodes has one of Europe’s finest medieval environments. […]

Yearbook 2002 Greece. On January 1, the drachman was exchanged for the euro. A day-long buying boycott was carried out on September 2 in protest of the price increases, which were attributed to the new currency. The government promised to investigate the matter. Public servants went on strike in April […]