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While doing my research for the previous post, I was looking at various funerary stelae, and I came across the one I’m publishing today. It is rather untypical in the sense that the deceased is not looking at jewelry or at … Continue reading
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The week is nearing its end and I almost forgot to post my customary photo. This is a favorite of mine: it is a view of the Acropolis as seen between the columns of the Temple of Olympic Zeus. To … Continue reading
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Owls were the holy birds of Athena, goddess of wisdom (among other things). With their huge heads, wide open eyes and ability to see in the dark, they were the obvious symbol of intelligence. The symbolism has stuck for centuries. … Continue reading
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Today’s picture is in honor of the Greek War of Independence, celebrated throughout Greece on March 25th. The picture belongs to a series of paintings (and other works of art) inspired by the war, which broke out in 1821. More … Continue reading
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Kites fly above the Acropolis, as crowds of Athenians swarm the hills of the city to celebrate the first day of Lent, popularly known as Clean Monday (or, incorrectly, as Ash Monday). Caught up between work and family, I completely … Continue reading
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It took me a while deciding which photo to choose for posting this week. With so many sunny days, I had a lot of good ones to choose from. I finally chose to post this, of a rather bold partridge … Continue reading
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As I’ve already said, spring is in the city. As soon as flowers appear, so do the insects that feed on them. Suddenly, the city is full of bees and butterflies. This one is resting on the arm of a … Continue reading
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Every year, after being cold and nasty for a few days, January always gives us a first taste of the coming spring. Sunday was such a day – warm and sunny, it was a perfect day for a walk in … Continue reading
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Snow and cold gone, the skies have become clearer and the temperature has gone up. Walking downtown in sunny Athens, I couldn’t help snapping a photo of Apollo, overlooking one of the busiest streets in Athens (Panepistimiou Ave.). And one … Continue reading
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One of the few brave souls who defied the cold, snowy wind to go up to the Acropolis, was photographer Yannis Behrakis, whose photograph I’m posting today. As you can see, seeing the Acropolis was a bit of a challenge … Continue reading
Aristotle, Greek tourist guide 