Anna Wichmann

Greek Reporter

The Cliff on Lefkada Island Where Lovers Leapt to Their Deaths in Ancient Greece

By: Anna Wichmann

The Greek island of Lefkada is known for its breathtaking landscape, but few know its dark ancient past of love and death.

Greek Reporter

Honoring Saint Paisios, One of Greece's Most Beloved Saints

By: Anna Wichmann

Each year on this day, July 12, the Greek Orthodox faithful honor Saint Paisios, one of the most beloved figures in the Church.

Greek Reporter

The Life of Aliki Vougiouklaki, 'The National Star of Greece'

By: Anna Wichmann

Aliki Vougiouklaki who passed away on this day in 1996 was one of the most popular stars in Greek cinematic history.

Greek Reporter

The World's First Beauty Pageant Is Found in Greek Mythology

By: Anna Wichmann

The Judgement of Paris, which was likely the first ancient Greek beauty pageant, set off one of the most important narratives in mythology.

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How Greek Fruit Sellers Inspired America’s Biggest 1920s Pop Hit

By: Anna Wichmann

"Yes! We Have No Bananas," which was based on Greek fruit sellers, became an unlikely hit after it was released for the first time in 1923.

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What Happened at an Ancient Greek Symposium

By: Anna Wichmann

The symposium was one of the most important aspects of ancient Greek culture, as it served as an essential setting for discussions.

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How Ancient Greeks Harnessed Winds to Defeat the Persians at the Battle of Salamis

By: Anna Wichmann

A Research from the Academy of Athens argues that the Greeks actually chose Salamis after studying the area's climactic conditions.

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Why Spartan Men Had Long Hair

By: Anna Wichmann

Spartan men were known for their long, flowing hair, which became linked to the ancient Greek warriors in antiquity.

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Tantalize: How a Greek Myth of Eternal Punishment Became an English Word

By: Anna Wichmann

The English word "tantalize" comes from the iconic Greek myth of Tantalus, an ancient Greek king who faced a brutal punishment.

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The Most Influential Greek Rebetiko Singers of All Time

By: Anna Wichmann

Rebetiko singers left their mark on the music scene of Greece, here are a few of the most well known artists like Tsitsanis and Bellou.