Elena Voronina Guide in Greece / Елена Воронина Гид в Греции

03/27/2025

Destruction of Naoussa was a bloody event of the Greek War of Independence in 1822.

After fierce battles around the city and the siege of Naoussa for 15 days by the Ottoman valie of Thessaloniki, followed the invasion of the Turkish army into the city, which caused the complete destruction of Naousa, as well as the massacre and captivity of the entire population.
Women of Naousa sacrificed themselves and their children falling into the river in order not be captured by the ottomans.

As the inscription on the monument site states:

Passerby, stand reverently in memory of the dead. In the abyss that opens before you, the women and children of Naoussa found a glorious and heroic death, for the freedom and independence of the Greek nation, on April 22, 1822.

03/25/2025

03/14/2025

Iolcus was an ancient city of Thessaly ( in present-day Magnesia ) at the foot of Mount Pelion. It was located near the coast of the Pagasetic Gulf. The mythical founder of Iolcus was Critheas, son of the god Ae**us, who was succeeded by Pelias. It was him ,who ordered his nephew Jason to bring the “Golden Fleece” from Colchis . And thus began the famous Expedition of the Argonauts. The myth of Jason and the Argonauts may be based on a true mission of the ancient Greeks to learn the secrets of gold mining. The journey of the Argonauts began from here, from Iolcus.

03/13/2025

Dear visitors,

While strolling around Plaka in Athens, don't forget to visit the Benizelos family mansion.
The "Archontiko Mpenizelon" is the oldest house in modern Athens.
Being constructed in 18th century , today it s the last surviving "konaki" in the capital city as a typical example of urban architecture of pre-revolutionary Athens .
The owner was an aristocrat Lord of Athens Angelos Benizelos, who was born around 1490 .
Regoula or Revoula Benizelou, later a nun and Saint Philothei of Athens (1522 - 1589) is considered to have lived here . Her relics are kept in the Cathedral of Athens and are honored on February 19.

02/09/2025

🇬🇷 February 9 is International Greek Language Day. Full story: https://tinyurl.com/2ddttbzx

02/07/2025

Don't miss it!
Athens is hosting an exhibition of the fascinating Japanese architect Kengo Kuma - "Onomatopoeia", which includes models of his iconic works and demonstrates the relationship between architecture, materials and sounds. Onomatopoieia is a Greek word and means a phenomenon in which a name/word is formed by imitating a natural sound. As Kengo Kuma himself explains, it was through "onomatopoieia" that he managed to expand the boundaries of his imagination beyond the forms of geometry and architecture. Looking at the models of his works, I felt and understood what the architect meant when he spoke of music behind form and material, poetry behind design. Kengo Kuma rethinks the concept of architecture, connecting people with nature and materials. Inspired by Japanese traditions, he uses materials such as wood, paper and metal, combining them with modern techniques to create works that radiate lightness and movement. He believes that materials tell the story of a place, and his architecture is both global and deeply rooted in local culture.
The work of this remarkable architect can be seen in many countries around the world. In Greece, Kuma is involved in The Ellinikon project, designing the Riviera Galleria in the south of Athens, as well as the Marina Residences, which are expected to transform the Greek capital's waterfront.