Cyclades

What were the roles of women during the ancient Cycladic era? What was their position in society, how did they behave, and how did their role evolve over time? Answers to these fascinating questions are provided by the exhibition titled “Cycladic Women: Unknown Stories of Women from the Cyclades”, organized by the Ministry of Culture.

Prodromos is one of the beautiful villages of Paros, one of those blue-and-white Cycladic dreams we close our eyes and think about during the winter, eagerly awaiting the hour we can get off the ferry again and lose ourselves in its narrow, freshly whitewashed streets.

Multimedia maritime exhibition "Crafts of the Sea" reopened last week for its second and final outing at the Goethe Institute in Athens until September 21.

The phrase “cosmopolitan destination” takes on a new meaning when referring to Mykonos. Since the 1960s, this “Island of the Winds” has attracted international celebrities and now offers luxury experiences, designer pop-up stores, and world-class fine dining.

Kyriakos' grandfather was a fisherman and lutist, like himself. His father is a fisherman and violinist, like Kyriakos' son. For four generations fishing and music have been central to their lives, this has not changed. What has changed dramatically, however, is their home - an island in the Cyclades, and one of the most popular with tourists.

"Crafts of the Sea," a Cycladic seafaring history exhibition, has reopened at the Goethe Institute in Athens (14-16 Omirou) until September 21.

A clause that imposes suspension on building in the wider zone of the caldera on the islands of Santorini and Therasia was included in draft legislation put out for public consultation by the Environment Ministry on Thursday. 

The suspension covers swimming pools and building extensions as well as brand-new construction.

As temperatures soar and tourist arrivals swell, Greece is under pressure to reimagine a tourism model that climate change is making increasingly untenable.

With its turquoise waters and reliable sunshine, Greece has long been a popular holiday destination, attracting nearly 33 million visitors last year and generating 28.5 billion euros in revenue ($31.7 billion).

A case of neglect of duty has been filed against police officers of Amorgos in connection with the tragic death of a 56-year-old woman in a fall from a cliff.

The three men who were accused of raping a 23-year-old tourist on the Cycladic island of Mykonos were released on Tuesday without restrictive conditions.

The decision for their release was reportedly taken after the analysis of evidence showed that the sexual intercourse occurred with the consent of the plaintiff, according to the Athens-Macedonian News Agency (AMNA).