Galaxidi

During the last weekend of March, we had the opportunity and the luxury to attend two events held in collaboration with the Municipality of Delphi, at the Kyriakopoulio Cultural Center of Itea.

A mild earthquake, measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale, struck the sea bed in the Corinthian Gulf shortly before 12.30 p.m. on Monday, but was felt in the Greek capital.

According to the Geodynamic Institute of the National Observatory of Athens, the temblor struck at 12.24 p.m. some 33 kilometers southeast of Galaxidi. 

The quake had a depth of 17.5 kilometers. 

Two revellers are seen amid flare smoke as they celebrate "Ash Monday" by participating in a colorful "flour war," a traditional festivity marking the end of the carnival season and the start of the 40-day Lent period until the Orthodox Easter, in the port town of Galaxidi, on Monday. [Alkis Konstantinidis/Reuters]

For a few hours every year, residents and visitors of this pretty Greek seaside town have a license to lose their civility.

They have what's known as a "flour war" - participants pelt each other with bags of dyed flour along the coastal road lining Galaxidi's old harbor.

Five Greek firms rank among Europe's top 1,000 from various sectors of the economy for spending on research and development in 2017.

Revelers celebrate 'Ash Monday' by participating in a colorful 'flour war,' a traditional festivity marking the end of the carnival season and the start of the 40-day Lent period until the Orthodox Easter, in the port town of Galaxidi, on Monday. [Alkis Konstantinidis/Reuters]

A land of incredible natural beauty, fascinating history, and colorful folklore, Greece arguably has something for everyone. From quaint coastal towns to alpine mountain villages and multicultural Macedonian cities, here’s a selection of ten must visit, off-the-beaten-path destinations where you will discover a different side of this remarkable country.