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Delos truly is a wonder of history, culture, and scenic beauty in the heart of the Aegean Sea. It is the birthplace of the gods Apollo and Artemis, and it has played a crucial role in ancient Greek religion for centuries, serving as the premier location for faith and rituals. Delos is located just off […]
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The Temple of Demeter is a well-preserved ancient Greek temple located in Naxos, Greece. Built in the 6th century BC, the temple was dedicated to Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and fertility. The temple’s location near a fertile plain and a river is said to represent the connection between Demeter and the agricultural prosperity of […]
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Ancient Thira is an excavated archeological site which was named after Theras, the island’s founder, and was inhabited from the 9th century BC until the early Byzantine era. Ancient Thira includes ruins of various structures such as temples, houses, theaters, and public buildings. The excavated artifacts give insight into the island’s history and culture, including […]
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The Akrotiri Archaeological Site is a prehistoric settlement which was discovered in 1967 and is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the Aegean. The site was destroyed by a volcanic eruption around 1600 BC and was preserved under layers of volcanic ash, providing insight into the Minoan civilization that once inhabited the […]
