It's the most wonderful time of the year! Greek holiday traditions, an interview with traditional toy maker Kostas Mougolias, a recipe for traditional Greek honey walnut cake and a look at beautiful Monemvasia, just a few of this month's articles!

This month we look back in time to the glory of the Byzantine Empire, from simple wonders like the cuisine of the time to the last Emperor and his valiant attempt to hold the great city of Constantinople.  The era is a great and rich one in Greek history and we also share some recommendations of excellent books which further explore various aspects of the time. We also journey to Morea, where the yoke of the Ottoman occupation was finally broke some 368 years later.  To walk in Greece is to walk on history - and while there are many winding paths and roads, in some way, they eventually all meet.. creating the magical and majestic story of Greece and its people.

"Learning from Athens" - the theme of documenta 14, the major contemporary arts festival, and it has officially opened in Greece this April! We also visit the Ancient Forum, travel to Lake Tsvilou and take a look at renowned photographer Robert McCabe's exhibition "Greece, Pathways to an Enchanted Life" opening at the Greek Embassy in Brussels this month. We also continue our Healthy Foods of Greece series as well as offer a delicious recipe from our friends at Cookouvagia! Take a look and experience the wonder of this country, rich in culture, tradition and history!

We are excited and privileged to share with you this month an interview with the Greece’s new Minister of Culture, Lydia Koniordou.  Appointed in November of 2016, she has taken the reigns of a department that oversees the protection of Greek culture  - no small task for a country that has tens of thousands of years of documented history, culture and tradition.  We wish her good fortune, not only for her, but for all of Greece and its amazing treasures.

We also had the opportunity to speak with Vasilis Tsikaras, director of the film EXODOS 1826, the first film made in over 46 years about Greece’s fight for independence from its Ottoman occupiers.

We are pleased to share a special feature this month on the 150th Anniversary of the National Archaeological Museum in Greece. With their special exhibition Odysseus, the Museum continues on their journey of celebrating Hellenism! It's also the start of Apokries, now through February 26. Costumes, songs, and celebrations throughout Greece will abound and we share a special celebration from the island of Amorgos and a wonderful lenten recipe from Aglaia Kremezi, author of "Mediterranean Vegetarian Feasts" which she wrote from her home on the island of Kea. There's a theme, can you see it? We're celebrating the wonderful Cycladic Islands as the Museum of Cycladic Art celebrates its new exhibit "Cycladic Society 5000 Years Ago".

This month, our writers take you to Evrytania - full of history and heroes. As we approach March and the anniversary of the Greek War of Independence, we've got a host of wonderful places and inspiring stories to share. We also talk with artist Dimitris Koskinas this month, as well as curator of the Minoan Tastes exhibit series Jerolyn E. Morrison.

Happy Holidays from Politismos! We've got City Breaks, Arts and a few festive cocktails to top off this month's issue! Meet artists Andrea Eis and Dennis Tzannatos, learn about Greece's incredibly unique Lalaounis Museum and visit some of the Greece's beautiful cities for beautiful city break vacations!

Did you know that Greece measures 340 miles wide by 430 miles vertically long? With 8400 miles of coastline! The country is known for its beautiful islands, breathless beaches, and rich history. But did you know that some of Greece's greatest treasures still lie below its seas?

This month we are pleased to interview Dr. Angeliki Simosi, Director of the Ephorate of Underwater Antiquities, visit beautiful Lesvos, chat with Christopher Hall about his project "The Durrells", and also take a glimpse back in time to commemorate the anniversary of the Polytechnic Protest.

Politismos is celebrating is One Year Anniversary!  Thank you to all our readers and supporters.  We hope you enjoy this month's issue as we take you on a tour of beautiful Messinia and meet "color revolutionist" artist George Tzimas.  We also commemorate Oxi Day - October 28, 1940 - the day that Greece said NO to the Italians and led up one of the first victories of Allied troops in WWII.

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Blessed and beautiful - this is Greece!  From beautiful Mount Athos, known as the Garden of the Virgin Mary, to modern day saints from the glorious Greek isles, there are many reasons to fall in love with Greece!  Meet Markos Kampanis, a talented artist whose work graces gallery walls and church halls, and Becky Yerocostas, a teacher who is inspiring and sharing Hellenism with her young American students. And, as always, we share a delicious Greek recipe with you, this month from our friends at Cookouvagia!

From the dawning of lasting traditions to the setting of an enchanting moon, Greece has much for us to fall in love with!  Visit ancient sites of Olympia and Delphi, celebrate with faithful from around the world on the beautiful island of Tinos, and experience wonders and flavors (including a special recipe by Figs and Feta's Alexandra Salidas Roll) that will make you long for beautiful Greece!

Legends, heroes, myths... Each and every country and culture has their own, their stories told for generations. In Greece, this is no different. Or perhaps it is. How many others can recall tens of thousands of years of legends and myths?Our legends seem to be just a bit grander, a bit greater. Because the names of our heroes are known around the world.  This month, we speak with WWII hero Paul J. Ioannidis, learn about the accomplishments of the Onassis Foundation, visit beautiful Lefkada and speak with some talented artists making their mark in Greek culture and arts!

One more glorious month of Crete!  From Rethymno to Chania, Elytis to Haroulis, there are so many wonderful things to celebrate about this amazing island.  So much talent, beauty and hospitality - you're sure to find happiness here!.The secret of happiness Crete.The next chapter in discovering Crete:Travels in the West, from Chania to Rethymno

May - part 1 in a 2 month celebration of 8000 years of Cretan history! From the Minoans to the Resistance fighters, El Greco to Kazantzakis, there is much to celebrate and see on this glorious isle of Greece.

It's Spring in Greece!  We take you on a tour of beautiful Nafplio this month and all its wonderful museums. And with Greek Easter just around the corner, we take a look at the customs and food traditions of various regions, check out our 2 great recipes this month!

March is full of excitement and celebration in Greece!
CARNIVAL: As this issue is being released, it's the last weekend of Carnival/Apokries in Greece - read about the many customs and celebrations held around the country!

Interview Iconographer Alexandra Trampa: March also celebrates the feast of the Annunciation - we took some time and spoke with gifted iconographer Alexandra Trampa and how she has been inspired to write the lives of saints and feast days of our church! 

Greek War of Independence: On March 25, Greece will commemorate 195th anniversary of its declaration of Independence from the Ottoman Empire. A few years after Greece rose up, a motion came to the US House of Representatives to recognize their Independence.  We've included a reprint of Henry Clay's impassioned speech... one that rings true in today's world as well,

February's issue is dedicated to theatre in Greece.  

From a look at the ancient traditions to an interview with one of today's acclaimed artistic directors, this issue shares what's happening in an artistic arena considered a favorite amongst the Greeks.  

Regular features also include a tour through the history of Chios, a visit to the Railway Museum, Gastronomy bites and more!

Need a winter getaway?  It might be chilly outside, but Greece will warm your heart!  Winter resorts, famous mountain teas, hearty comfort food and add a few amazing history and culture features to stimulate your mind, this month's issue will delight you heart, mind and soul!

Politismos launched on October 28, 2015 as Greece commemorated the 75th Anniversary of OXI Day (the country's entry into WWII).  This issue contains travel tips when visiting Ioannina, a review of the Vrellis Wax Museum, artist interviews, a look at "new" Greek gastronomy and more!

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