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From Patras to Corinth
A Journey Through the Currant Fields
A Scenic Journey Along the Gulf
The road from Patras to Corinth runs along the beautiful Gulf of Corinth. On...
Natural Wonders and Ancient Stories of Greece
The Cave from Homer’s Odyssey
Nearly every natural feature of Ithaca is mentioned in Homer’s Odyssey. Even a stalactite cave on the island matches the...
The Beauty and Mythology of the Ionian Islands
A Landscape Full of Legends
The Ionian Islands are not only known for their natural beauty and pleasant climate but also for the legends and...
King Michael’s First Reign
A Modern Reformer
Michael, a member of the Obrenovitch family, became King of Servia and proved to be a wise and progressive leader. He was...
Karageorge Builds a New Servia
After successfully driving out the Turks, Karageorge (Black George) established a liberal monarchy in Servia. He knew that he lacked formal education and experience,...
Understanding the Political Situation in Servia
To understand the current political situation in Servia (now known as Serbia), we need to look back at the country’s history. Servia has long...
Sidewalk Responsibility and Urban Development
In the residential areas of Sofia, each homeowner is supposed to build and maintain the sidewalk in front of their property. However, many people...
Traditional Clothing in Sofia
Many of the local people in Sofia wear traditional clothing made from unshorn sheepskin. This means the wool is left on the inside, next...
An Abandoned Government Building Project in Sofia
Just before he retired, Prime Minister Stambouloff bought an entire block of land across from the royal palace. He had a big dream: to...
Entry Restrictions at the Golden Gate
In the tradition of the old Roman Empire, only emperors were allowed to pass through the Golden Gate during triumphal celebrations. Even the most...
