Ετικέτα: Culture

European Heritage Days 2025: Free Entry to Museums & Archaeological Sites in Greece Cultural Experiences — September 27 & 28, 2025. Free admission weekend across Greece For two golden days this September — Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September 2025 — Greece opens the gates of history for free. As part of the European Heritage […]

Discover the Flavors: The Gastronomy Festival of the Mountain & the Forest Experience Pieria — a story you can taste. Elatochori, Pieria — 27 & 28 September 2025 The air in Elatochori this September will smell of roasting chestnuts, sizzling local meats, and slow-cooked recipes passed down like heirlooms. The Gastronomy Festival of the Mountain […]

Iordanis Poimenidis: From Guardian of the Past to Creator of Metal Dreams With the Locals — life is like a movie, protagonists is ourselves. Iordanis Poimenidis — 18 Sep 2025 The light that day in Katerini cut like a thin knife — not cold, but honest. I followed Iordanis because he had a walk that […]

Discovering Pieria: A Small Region with Infinite Experiences Three years have passed since I started my journey with Experience Pieria, and the truth is: it feels like I’ve only just scratched the surface. Pieria may be one of the smallest regions in Greece, yet it holds everything. From the turquoise sea to the majestic mountains, […]

The Pieria Tourism Development Organization (POTAP) invites you to celebrate spring at the Cherry Blossoms of Pieria 2025, a vibrant two-day festival combining nature, tradition, and local gastronomy! 📅 Festival Dates: April 5-6, 2025 📍 Locations: Kolindros, Pieria Rachi, Pieria Supported by the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) and sponsored by DIOS Natural Mineral Water, […]

Gastronomy meets history in Dion! The 3rd Olympus Gastronomy Festival transformed the Center of Mediterranean Mosaics into a vibrant culinary paradise. Visitors enjoyed traditional dishes from local cultural associations, celebrating the unique flavors of Olympus and Pieria. Dion, a historic gem at the foot of Mount Olympus, offers a rare blend of ancient history and […]

Experience the Essence of Ancient Greece at the Prometheia Festival Celebrate Greek culture, philosophy, and spiritual traditions in Litochoro, Pieria. Altar ceremony at the Prometheia Festival, Mount Olympus. We journeyed to the foot of Mount Olympus to experience the ancient Greek spirit come alive at the Prometheia Festival. This four-day celebration of ancient Greek culture, […]

Olympus Adrenaline & Nature Festival 2024 – Adventure Awaits! Imagine being surrounded by the stunning beauty of Mount Olympus, right in the heart of Litochoro, Pieria. The Olympus Adrenaline & Nature Festival returns on May 25-26, 2024 with a weekend full of thrills, nature, and cultural exploration. A World of Adventure Awaits The festival promises […]

Burning Cedar Traditions in Litochoro – A Ritual of Fire, Memory & Community On February 26, 2023, the gathering, guarding, and burning of cedar wood filled Litochoro’s neighborhoods with firelight and tradition. This custom — deeply rooted in the Municipality of Dion-Olympus, Pieria, Greece — continues to unite generations around the sacred flames. Origins & […]

Christmas in Pieria: A Fairytale Holiday Experience Pieria transforms into a magical winter wonderland during Christmas. From festive decorations to joyful events, every corner radiates holiday spirit. In Katerini, the Christmas Museum opens its doors to visitors of all ages, offering enchanting exhibits, traditional decorations, and festive activities that immerse you in the holiday spirit. […]