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A powerful storm caused severe flash floods in eastern Mani, Peloponnese, Greece, damaging homes and roads, sweeping away vehicles, and injuring a woman struck by lightning. Emergency services rescued people trapped in cars.
Royal families are spending their summer holidays in various retreats like Balmoral, the Peloponnese, Gråsten, and the French Riviera, navigating between traditional customs and the desire for privacy.
Experts are calling for a diversification of tourist flows and an increase in quality within the Greek tourism sector, particularly in regions like the Peloponnese, to strengthen its appeal.
A large search and rescue operation successfully saved 32 foreign nationals from a boat 62 nautical miles south-southwest of Cape Tainaron, off the Peloponnese coast, who are now being transported to Kalamata port.
Construction work on a new road axis in Messenia is progressing rapidly, promising safer and faster travel to popular tourist destinations in the Peloponnese region of Greece.
Almost 48,000 individuals in the Peloponnese region have benefited from employment programs offered by DYPA (Public Employment Service). This initiative aims to support job seekers and boost regional employment.
The Peloponnese region, known as the backdrop to The Odyssey, is bracing for a significant tourism surge, partly driven by locations featured in Christopher Nolan’s new film. This increased development and tourism are placing immense pressure on the region's fragile environment.
Christopher Nolan's film 'The Odyssey' features a significant career first for the director in its end credits and includes filming locations from Peloponnese to Los Angeles. Nolan also made a subtle change to a character in the film to honor Homer.
A fire at a recycling plant in Oraiokastro, Greece, continues to burn, releasing a toxic plume that has spread from Thessaloniki to the Peloponnese. Authorities are warning of thousands of toxic and carcinogenic substances being produced, with efforts to extinguish the blaze ongoing.
Greece is experiencing unstable weather conditions today, Saturday, with increased cloudiness and local rains. Sporadic, potentially strong thunderstorms are expected in the Peloponnese region during midday.
Stoupa, a small fishing village in the Peloponnese, has become a popular tourist destination, serving as an ideal base to explore the Mani region, known for its beaches, attractions, and connection to Nikos Kazantzakis.
Nikos Papathanasis announced €63.8 million for the socio-economic development of Just Transition areas in the Peloponnese region of Greece.
Chevron has finalized all regulatory procedures to enter Block 10 in the Gulf of Kyparissia, off the western Peloponnese, marking the U.S. energy major's expansion into a fifth offshore block.
DEI Fiber is extending its 100% optical fiber FTTH internet service to new regions in Attica and Peloponnese, including Argyroupoli, Petroupoli, and Megalopoli, offering competitive pricing.
The 7th Congress of Pharmacists of Peloponnese is being held in Tripoli, Arcadia, co-organized by several regional pharmaceutical associations. The event focuses on bringing together the pharmaceutical community in the region.
GAIAOSE, a member of the Hellenic Corporation of Assets and Participations, has initiated a large-scale plan to develop its real estate portfolio across Greece. This includes transforming the Larissa and Peloponnese railway stations.
The Parnon is a wild mountain range in the Peloponnese, described as a retreat for rogues and birthplace of billionaires, filled with unusual stories about what humans need to live.
The first case of sheep and goat pox has been identified in a livestock unit in Megalopolis, Peloponnese, leading to the culling of 106 animals to prevent further spread.
A Turkish court is scheduled to decide on Friday whether to accept the request for the release of two Greek individuals, an Greek-Australian man and a woman from Peloponnese, who were arrested for displaying a flag in Hagia Sophia.
The Journalists' Union of the Daily Press of Peloponnese, Epirus, and Islands (ESIEPIN) condemned an unacceptable attempt to silence journalistic freedom on Lesbos, emphasizing the importance of reporting citizens' statements and scrutinizing public officials.
According to AtmoHub, Greece's air quality information hub, the transport of African dust into Greece is expected to peak on Monday, with Crete, the Peloponnese, and Central Greece being the most affected areas.
GAIAOSE has unveiled a three-axis strategic plan for the restoration and utilization of the historic Peloponnese Railway Station. The plan aims to revitalize the landmark and integrate it into future developments.
A travel article describes an epic road trip through the Peloponnese region of Greece, highlighting its ancient ruins, mountain gorges, and medieval towers.
Greece is encouraging investment plans for very small and small enterprises in the regions of Western Macedonia and specific municipalities in the Peloponnese, aiming to enhance their competitiveness through financial support.
Greece is expecting a rise in temperatures, with rain and sporadic thunderstorms forecast for Crete, western Peloponnese, the southern Ionian Sea, the Cyclades, and the Dodecanese.
Time Out magazine has published recommendations for the best family vacation destinations, highlighting the Peloponnese region as a top choice for satisfying the needs of all family members.
This article highlights an unknown "gem" in the Peloponnese, described as a true paradise combining nature and sea, located just a breath away from Athens. It suggests it as an ideal spring destination for those seeking natural beauty.
Storm Erminio, intensified by Saharan dust, has caused heavy rain, strong winds, and floods across Greece, leading to at least one fatality, disrupting air travel, and causing extensive damage, including to a celebrity-owned hotel in Andros.
Significant progress has been made on the construction of a new highway in the Peloponnese region of Greece, with the first asphalt paving marking a key step in the project that is expected to transform the area and connect popular tourist destinations.
A significant conference focusing on the perspective of incarceration was organized by the University of Peloponnese in Nafplio, Greece, from March 20-22.
A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 4.1 on the Richter scale occurred at 03:49 in the sea area off the western Peloponnese, with its epicenter located six kilometers south of Zacharo.
The weather forecast for the weekend predicts generally clear skies across most of Greece, with temporary cloudiness in western and northern mainland areas, Crete, and the Dodecanese. Localized rain or showers are expected in the northwestern mountains, western Peloponnese, and Crete.
North winds up to 5 Beaufort, the temperature up to 18 degrees and locally 19 degrees in southern Crete and Dodecanese - The EMY forecast for the weekend The post Weather: clouds and possible local…
Greece is experiencing spring-like weather with temperatures reaching up to 19 degrees Celsius and winds calming to 5 Beaufort, particularly in Crete, the Cyclades, and the Peloponnese.
One of the most terrifying roads in the Peloponnese and the Greek road network is gradually being transformed into a delightful recreational route, after the upgrade works of...
Contracts for hydrocarbon exploration and exploitation in offshore areas south of Peloponnese with Chevron Greece and Helleniq Upstream have been submitted to the Greek Parliament for ratification.
Increased cloudiness and local rain are expected today in Peloponnese and the southern Ionian, with temporary cloudiness also in Evia and eastern Thessaly, according to the weekend weather forecast.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasizes the importance of the agreements signed with the Chevron – Helleniq Energy consortium for hydrocarbon exploration south of the Peloponnese and Crete,
One of the largest road safety projects ever undertaken in the Peloponnese, a 45 million euro investment, is now in advanced stages. Interventions across hundreds of points in the road network are gradually transforming the region's infrastructure.
New wildfires have broken out in Greece's Peloponnese and Kavala regions, while efforts have largely succeeded in taming a significant blaze that affected Attica.
A British family's dream of moving to Greece was shattered when their newly acquired home in the Peloponnese was destroyed by devastating wildfires just before their planned relocation.
Authorities have uncovered a significant marijuana cultivation operation in the Peloponnese region of Greece, featuring hundreds of plants.
Greek government spokesperson Marinakis stated that no spending on 'recycling kiosks' would occur without an approved plan. He declined to answer questions regarding who would manage recycling in Attica, Peloponnese, and Crete.
Nine confirmed cases of sheep and goat pox have been reported in the Peloponnese region of Greece, raising concerns about animal health in the area.
Authorities have issued warnings for a very high risk of wildfires in several regions of Greece, including Attica, Crete, Central Greece, the Peloponnese, and the North Aegean. Similar wildfire risk warnings have also been issued for large parts of Sweden.
Collaborators from Finland's Mondo Magazine recently visited Peloponnese and Zakynthos to gather material for promoting the Greek regions to Finnish travelers.
The redevelopment of Larissa and Peloponnese railway stations in Athens is set to create a new, ultra-modern 'airport-like' terminal, transforming two of Greece's most characteristic but neglected railway hubs.
The article highlights the unknown fighters from Asia Minor who contributed to the Greek Revolution of 1821, from the fires of Ayvalık to Dervenakia. Their role in the uprising, which spread beyond the Peloponnese and Roumeli, is being recognized.
A very high risk of wildfires is predicted for Saturday in Greece, with Attica, Peloponnese, and Evia placed under an 'orange' alert level 4. Authorities are on high alert due to the dangerous conditions.
The Greek government is launching an intensive pre-election campaign in the critical regions of Peloponnese, Macedonia, and Thessaly, with several top New Democracy ministers taking on special assignments to boost support.
A strong 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the southwestern Peloponnese on Sunday evening, rattling the Messinia region but causing no immediate structural damage or casualties. The Athens Geodynamic Institute issued an updated seismic bulletin stating the tremor occurred at 9:17 p.m. local time. Seismologists located the epicenter in the Ionian Sea, roughly 18 kilometers (11 miles) south-southwest of the historic coastal town of Methoni. The earthquake originated at a shal...
A legendary Greek road, once a central artery and now an alternative route, is highlighted for its 30 continuous turns. It connects various cities and has become a landmark in the Peloponnese region.
Olympia Odos and the Road Safety Institute (IOAS) 'Panos Mylonas' are inviting drivers traveling to the Peloponnese and Western Greece this Friday, June 5, to a road safety pit stop.
Greece is forecast to experience a slight drop in temperature today, along with clouds, some local rain in mountainous areas of Western Greece and Peloponnese, and the presence of African dust.
A primary school principal was tragically killed in a car crash that occurred in the Peloponnese region of Greece.
Greece is implementing an ESPA program to enhance the competitiveness of existing micro and small enterprises in the mainland regions of Just Developmental Transition, specifically Western Macedonia and municipalities in the Peloponnese, through financial support.
Dimitris Skalkos emphasized Greece's role as a pillar of stability and a country experiencing strong economic growth. He made these remarks during a discussion at the Peloponnese Regional Conference, positioning Greece as an attractive destination for investors.
Greece is providing 75% financial support for investment plans by very small and small enterprises in the Western Macedonia region and specific municipalities of the Peloponnese, as part of a 'Just Development Transition' initiative.
The article describes Gytheio, known as the 'Land of the Gods,' as one of the most beautiful places in the Peloponnese, possessing timeless charm. It highlights the town's mythical origins, including a legendary conflict between Hercules and Apollo.
The myth of the Lernaean Hydra serves as inspiration for the impressive design of a stone villa complex featuring luxurious country houses in Porto Heli, eastern Peloponnese, with architects explaining the concept behind the project.
Foreign buyers are showing increased interest in holiday homes in Greece, with specific regions like Crete and the Peloponnese attracting the majority of the demand this year.
Monemvasia is highlighted as one of the most picturesque places in the Peloponnese to visit in spring, offering a guide to exploring the castle town, nearby excursions, and dining options.
A planned Four Seasons resort in the eastern Peloponnese region of Greece is reportedly still awaiting progress or completion, indicating ongoing delays.
The Peloponnese Region is continuing its efforts to enhance road safety and upgrade its road network, increasing the total investment to €60 million. This significant intervention aims to improve the region's infrastructure.
Consultations are concluding for three significant investment plans aimed at developing modern logistics and tourism infrastructure in the Attica and Peloponnese regions of Greece.
A broad coordinating meeting was convened in Tripoli, Peloponnese, by the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Giannis Kefalogiannis, to prepare for the fire season and establish four investigative teams for arson crimes.
A new program for 'Just Development Transition' has been launched in Greece to enhance the competitiveness of existing micro and small businesses in the Western Macedonia region and specific municipalities in Peloponnese through financial support.
A groundbreaking design by 314 Architectural Studio for a futuristic winery in Nemea, Peloponnese, is attracting international attention for its unique 'UFO-like' aesthetic.
Fisherman hands over ancient amphora netted off Peloponnese eKathimerini.com
The Greek Parliament is debating four contracts signed between the Greek state and the American energy company Chevron, concerning hydrocarbon exploration and potential exploitation activities in offshore areas near Crete and the Peloponnese.
Cloudy skies are expected today, Wednesday, in Crete, the Cyclades, and the Peloponnese, with a possibility of local rains. The rest of Greece will generally experience clear weather with sparse clouds.
Firefighters are actively battling two wildfires that have broken out in the Peloponnese region of Greece.
The final stage for the concession of four offshore blocks in the Southern Peloponnese and Crete to the Chevron and Helleniq Energy consortium is set to begin, with drilling in the Ionian Sea expected in February.
Generally clear weather is expected in Greece on Monday, March 2, 2026, with temperatures normal for the season and winds up to 6 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea. Clouds are expected intermittently, mainly in Evia, Eastern Sterea, Peloponnese, and the Aegean.
Good weather conditions are expected in Greece in the coming days, with some phenomena in the southwestern Peloponnese, eastern Aegean, and Crete. However, after March 10, the traditional 'March scourge' weather pattern is expected to return.
Greece has finalized concession agreements with Chevron and Helleniq Energy for the exploration of hydrocarbons in four offshore blocks located south of Crete and the Peloponnese.
Significant progress is being made on a new road axis in Greece that will connect the Western Peloponnese. New plans illustrate the development of one of the most important road projects currently underway in Messenia.
Greece is facing a very high risk of wildfires across several regions, including Attica, Peloponnese, and Crete, due to a combination of high temperatures reaching up to 39 degrees Celsius and strong winds up to 8-9 Beaufort. Authorities have issued a 'Red Code' alert and are battling multiple blazes, including one near Athens that prompted evacuations.
The Peloponnese Region is initiating a comprehensive plan to enhance the area, focusing on accessibility, transport infrastructure, resilience, and boosting the local economy, which includes the development of one of the largest trail networks.
Greece is battling multiple wildfires across the country, including new blazes near Athens and on Evia, leading to evacuations and a high alert for fire services. Authorities have issued warnings for residents to protect themselves from smoke as adverse conditions are expected to continue.
Amanzoe, a luxury resort set high above the Peloponnese in Greece, is celebrated for its monumental architecture by Ed Tuttle, sweeping sea views, serene gardens, and a new exhibition of contemporary Greek art.
A unique moment was captured off the eastern Peloponnese in Greece, where a dolphin was seen swimming alongside and playing with a boat, offering an impressive spectacle.
The Hellenic Initiative (THI) has expanded its microfinance support to the Peloponnese region through a new partnership with AFI and the Captain Vasilis & Carmen Constantakopoulos Foundation, aiming to increase access to financing and business support for local entrepreneurs.
Stavros Papastavrou, a Greek minister, signed a decision to include municipalities and water utilities in the Peloponnese in a program for potable water supply and water management, declaring accessible and safe water an undeniable national priority.
Greece is expecting generally fair weather with localized clouds and scattered showers. Sporadic thunderstorms are forecast, potentially strong in the Peloponnese during the afternoon.
An article describes the enchanting journey to Kyparissi, a coastal village in Laconia, Peloponnese, often referred to as the 'Corsica of Greece.' The route from Athens offers breathtaking natural beauty.
Makis Voridis, a Member of Parliament and former minister, led a New Democracy delegation on a visit to Sparta as part of the party's regional tours in the Peloponnese.
The Peloponnese is described as a hidden gem of authentic Greece, where time stands still and pine forests offer healing, attracting loyal Serbian tourists for years.
An earthquake has struck the Peloponnese region of Greece, raising concerns about whether it was the main tremor, as the area has experienced significantly stronger earthquakes in the past.
One of the most beautiful routes in the Peloponnese region of Greece is set to be transformed with a significant €1 million investment from the Peloponnese Region. The project aims to upgrade and enhance this naturally beautiful and historically rich destination.
One of Greece's most significant road projects, a new highway in Peloponnese, is set to reduce travel times, enhance road safety, and improve access to popular tourist destinations in Messenia.
Yannis Maniatis spoke at the 'Investing in change: How Crete is being transformed' conference, emphasizing the significant resource savings achieved through the electrical interconnection between Crete and Peloponnese, which has saved 700 million euros since 2021.
Greece is expecting unstable weather conditions, with rain, showers, and local thunderstorms primarily affecting eastern, northern, and Peloponnese regions on Friday and throughout the Pentecost long weekend.
The Larissa and historic Peloponnese railway stations in Athens are undergoing a complete reconstruction, aiming to transform them into a landmark for the city.
An international event has highlighted Laconia in the Peloponnese as a destination for experiences, nature, and authentic hospitality, aiming for more sustainable and holistic year-round travel.
The Ministry of Environment and Energy has approved a Special Environmental Study for the Natura 2000 network areas within the Peloponnese Region of Greece. This follows statements from Minister Stavros Papastavrou.
Greece is positioning the Peloponnese region on the global adventure tourism stage through AdventureWEEK Peloponnese 2026, attracting international tour operators and media to discover authentic and sustainable experiences.
A new European pharmaceutical hub is planned for Tripoli, central Peloponnese, with a €500 million investment across three factories by DEMO, Win Medica, and FARAN.
The New Democracy pre-congress is currently taking place in Nafplio, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis addressing attendees, including MPs from the Peloponnese and Western Greece regions and local party officials.
With May Day falling on a weekend this year, three spring road trip routes in Peloponnese are suggested for those looking to escape city traffic and explore beautiful nearby destinations.
A 48-hour period of autumn-like weather is expected across many parts of Greece, bringing rain and thunderstorms. A cold front will primarily affect regions from Peloponnese northward today, moving south tomorrow to impact the entire Peloponnese.
An individual shares their experience attending a grief retreat located in the Peloponnese region of Greece, detailing their journey of healing.
Tourists on a beach in the Peloponnese region of Greece discovered a kilogram of cocaine.
A broad coordination meeting was held in Tripoli, Peloponnese, to prepare for the fire season, led by the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection. The region will implement strict controls, enhance prevention efforts, and establish four investigative teams to combat arson.
Greece is expected to experience scattered clouds and a slight increase in temperature on Thursday, with local rains anticipated in the Ionian, Epirus, Western Central Greece, and Western Peloponnese by evening.
This article highlights the most beautiful route in Peloponnese, Greece, and explores the country's diverse geomorphology, from the gorges of Crete to the peaks of Rodopi and the sand dunes of Lemnos, offering destinations for both mountain and coastal enthusiasts.
Drosopigi, the Mani, Greece: This rocky region’s abundance of flora takes the breath away – not least a long and winding trail of Chios chamomile The Greek name for this southernmost tip of the Peloponnese is linked to a Byzantine fort at Cape Tigani (called Megali Maina), but it may well also draw on the region’s desolate, mountainous rocky country that persists throughout the entire peninsula. The fierce Maniot people were well described by Patrick Leigh Fermor in his book Mani (1958), but ...
Greece is moving to ratify landmark energy agreements this week, with the Parliament's Production and Trade Committee having already approved the contracts with Chevron and HelleniQ Energy for offshore blocks south of Crete and the Peloponnese.
Greece is expected to experience mostly sunny weather on Wednesday, March 11, with temperatures reaching up to 19 degrees Celsius. Some localized cloudiness and potential rain are forecast for Crete, the Cyclades, and the Peloponnese.
We scoured the Peloponnese in our first contact on Greek soil with the model that marks the beginning of a new chapter for the German company. The new BMW ix3 is the first model that...
Water has returned to Marathon Lake, creating a stunning natural landscape that resembles areas in Epirus or Peloponnese, captured in a new video by Up Stories.
According to the EMY forecast, temporarily increased clouds with local rains are expected in Peloponnese, Ionian, Evia, and Thessaly, along with a slight drop in temperature.
Nemea, hidden on the slopes of the northeastern Peloponnese, in the region of Corinthia, is a place where history meets nature and tradition embraces gastronomy. Nemea: a Land