In modern Istanbul, skyscrapers keep popping up; however, so do the minarets of the mosques. In the streets one can see more women with Islamic dressing walking, making the conservative turn of society obvious enough. Western tourists, being much less than they used to be, are replaced by visitors from Arab countries. Mosques are lighted in a more sophisticated and massive way, while this year’s Ramadan was celebrated in a bigger glory than the past ones. New layers of society are coming to the surface and are slowly switching the city’s nature. Its beauty, though, remains remarkable.
The Archaeological Museum of Tegea houses ancient Greek treasures of immense beauty, which are presented in a masterful way. Touring the museum is an almost mystic experience.
Access is not allowed in Vidronisi, as it is full of wild birds' eggs and chicks.
Next to the ancient Greek theater of Mantineia in Arcadia is located Saint Fotini. It is a building that combines ancient Greek and Christian influences. Many great names in art were flattered about this church, but many also strongly disputed it.
The image of the armoured soldiers into the islet's voluminous vegetation is impressive. They jokingly tell each other: "Let's go on patrol in Vietnam".
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in Athens houses the new Greek National Opera since 2017. This is an unsurpassed work of art of minimalist style, for which all Greeks are proud.
Egrikapi is a neglected gate of the Byzantine castle of Constantinople. At the dawn of 29th May 1453, a group of Turkish soldiers entered the castle through it and broke the city's defense from within.
Medieval salt pit, corrosion and immobility due to the saltiness, wild birds' shelter, magical images, thermal waters.
A photo tour of the Castle Town of Mystras, the last Byzantine Emperor’s fatherland and an UNESCO World Heritage Site.