Greece

Set within the northeastern region of the Greek Peloponnese, ancient Mycenae was once the seat of power for the Mycenaean empire, a civilization that dominated the region of mainland Greece during the Bronze Age, between 2000 BCE and around 1100 BCE.   Blending history with mythology, the site is monumental in proportion and occupies one […]

Considered the Centre of the ancient world, Delphi is a site that blends Greek mythology with historical facts in a way that few places on Earth can. What’s more, it is one of the most extensive and best-preserved sets of ruins in Greece today and boasts breathtaking mountain views. From its mythological foundation honouring the

Located near the River Strymon, about an hour’s drive east of Thessaloniki, Amphipolis is one of the most extensive archaeological sites in northern Greece and is one of the best attractions in the area for exploring the region’s ancient history.   Founded within the 5th century BCE, ancient Amphipolis played an essential role in the

Founded in the 7th century BCE, Olynthos quickly grew into one of the most influential city-states in northern Greece throughout the classical period. While the archaeological site is not one of the most famous collections of Greek ruins in the country, it does house one of the best-preserved examples of the Hippodamian grid city planning

Founded in the fourth century BCE, the ancient Philippi was one of the most important cities of northeastern Greece, playing a pivotal role in the region’s political, commercial, and religious heritage for nearly two millennia.   Established as a small settlement, Philippi grew in importance and served as a pivotal keystone of the Macedonian kingdom,

Famous for its secret rites known as the Eleusinian Mysteries, Eleusis was one of the most sacred cities of Ancient Greece, playing an important role in Greek mythology and a Homeric Hymn. It even rivalled the oracle in Delphi and the Temple of Zeus in Olympia as one of Greece’s most sacred sites.   Dedicated

Famous as the birthplace of the celebrated philosopher Aristotle, ancient Stagira was once a powerful city in northern Greece and is one of the most important archaeological sites in the Chalkidice peninsula today.   Established in the 7th century BCE, Stagira maintained its independence for the majority of its existence before being destroyed and rebuilt

Famous as the birthplace of Alexander the Great, ancient Pella rose as a dominant port city near the end of the 5th century BCE when it became the capital of the ancient Macedonian kingdom, a role it took over from the nearby Aigai.   Over the following four centuries, Pella served as one of the