Myths
People leaving or having Greece as a starting point, managed to accomplish great things on an international level. Personalities of Literature, Arts and Sciences. Greeks ‘Myths, immortals, ambassadors of Hellenism across the Universe.
Laskarina Bouboulina: The Lady of the Sea and the Revolution
Laskarina Bouboulina was not just a heroine. She was a phenomenon. A woman in a male-dominated era who dared not only to stand on equal footing with the men of the Revolution, but to surpass them. With bravery, insight and dedication, she wrote her name...
Harry Klynn: The satirical mirror of an entire era
Harry Klynn, aka Vassilis Triantafyllidis, was one of the most intelligent and insightful artists of the modern Greek scene. With his satire and his deep political vision, he managed to comment on and deconstruct, with humour and sarcasm, the pathologies of Greek society for more...
Alκetas Panagoulias: From Veria to the World Cup – A life dedicated to Greek football
Alketas Panagoulias was one of the most important and respected personalities in the history of Greek football. Coach, organizer, inspirer, man with vision, he managed to lead the Greek National Team to historic conquests, while his career abroad, and especially in the United States, opened...
Thanos Mikroutsikos: The composer who melodically dressed the dream and resistance
Thanos Mikroutsikos was one of the most emblematic and multifaceted figures of contemporary Greek music. Born in Patras in 1947, he studied classical piano and music theory at the Hellenic Conservatory, while he also studied at the Mathematics Department of the University of Athens. His...
Ideologist of freedom
Nikos Kazantzakis was born on February 18th, 1883, and was one of the most influential Greek writers. His works became known globally after their onscreen adaptation, like Zorba the Greek, The Last Temptation of Christ and Christ Recrucified and he holds the honour of being...
The national poet of Greece
Dionysios Solomos’ name was destined to be closely connected to his poem “Hymn to Liberty”, the first two verses of which constitute our national anthem. A lover of the poetic tradition, the Zakynthian-born poet, was recognised as a pioneer thanks to his passion to nurture...
Adamantios Korais: The philosopher of the Modern Greek Enlightenment
damantios Korais was one of the most important figures of the Modern Greek Enlightenment and the Greek intellectual struggle for the rebirth of the nation. Born in Smyrna in 1748, in a commercial and liberal environment, Korais was nurtured with the values of education, freedom...
Sophia Vembo: The Voice of Greece in the Heart of War
Sophia Vembo, known as the “Singer of Victory,” is a legendary figure in Greek music and history, particularly during World War II. Born in 1910 in Gallipoli, Eastern Thrace, Vembo experienced the hardships of displacement from an early age, as her family settled in Volos...
Dimitris Horn: The Aristocrat of Greek Theatre and Cinema
Dimitris Horn, one of the most significant Greek actors of the 20th century, left an indelible mark on theatre and cinema. Born in 1921 in Athens, he grew up in an artistic environment that profoundly influenced his career. From a young age, he showed a...
The legendary actor with a house in the… theatre, who was “said goodbye” by 50.000 people
In the dance of shadows and lights, in the hall where emotions dance and stories unfold, one name shines with a special glow. In the performance of his life, this legendary Greek actor takes on the role of the star, projecting the light of talent,...