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Haidari Municipality Plans to Restore Historic Monuments to Attract Visitors

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Haidari Municipality Plans To Restore Historic Monuments To Attract Visitors
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The Palataki tower in Haidari. Photo source: Municipality of Haidari The Municipality of Haidari, located a few kilometers west of Athens’ center, is planning to restore its Palataki tower, a monument of significant historic value, aiming to promote the area’s cultural heritage and attract visitors. The municipality has secured funds of 3 million euros by […]

British Museum Still Refuses to Return Greece’s Parthenon Marbles

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British Museum Still Refuses To Return Greece’s Parthenon Marbles
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Sculptures from the Parthenon temple on display at the British Museum. Photo source: British Museum The British Museum is again refusing to return the Parthenon Marbles to their country of origin, claiming it has “no intention of removing controversial objects from public display”, according to UK media reports. In a leaked letter, UK Culture Secretary […]

Greece Unveils Face Masks Inspired by its Cultural Heritage

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Greece Unveils Face Masks Inspired By Its Cultural Heritage
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Greece’s Archaeological Resources Fund has launched a collection of textile face masks featuring prints, drawings and photos inspired by the country’s rich cultural heritage. Available at the shops of archaeological sites and museums around the country, the face masks are of high quality and aesthetics. “The Covid-19 pandemic has brought the protective masks into our […]

Greece and United States Discuss Cooperation in Culture, Arts, Film

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Greece And United States Discuss Cooperation In Culture, Arts, Film
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Strengthening collaboration in culture, prioritizing the protection of cultural heritage and sites, and details for the Greece 1821-2021 bicentennial events topped the agenda of talks this week between Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni and US Ambassador to Greece Geoffrey Pyatt. Mendoni and Pyatt set out the priorities to be further discussed during a third round […]