Akrokorinthos/Ακροκόρινθος

Akrokorinthos is a cliff that is 575 meters in height with a fort and medieval settlement situated on top. It is a bit of a climb up to the top but the climb is well worth it, as beautiful panoramic views of the Corinthian valley are revealed. This mountain top fort is located at a strategic location in Corinth. The fort over looks land and sea and one can see why so many invaders such as the Romans, Ottomans, and Venetians took control over the site. In the 17th century, when the Ottomans had control over the site, Christians and Muslims lived together. There were churches and mosques at the site as well. The people felt safe on the site as they could defend themselves more easily against pirates that entered from sea nearby.

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A Cultural View/Μια πολιτιστική άποψη

The impressive Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center just recently opened its doors to visitors. The cultural center is located in Kalithea, Athens and, from certain vantage points, offers stunning views of Athens, one can see the Port of Faliro and the Acropolis. For months, before its completion, seeing the cranes in the sky brought a refreshing air of optimism to the economic stricken Greece. The center has a huge  library, a pond for sailing, yoga lessons, cinema room, as well as activities for children.

Life SHOULD Be A Beach

Why oh why can’t life be like a relaxing and beautiful day at the beach?

“Besides great climates and lovely beaches , California and Greece share a fondness for dysfunctional politics and feckless budgeting”. -James Suroweicki  (a back to reality quote)

Solar Storm

This cloud looks like a shark! Looks like a poster for the movie ‘Sharknado’!

Looks like a human face, but at a different angle it looks like my cat!

On the day of the Solar eclipse we had an incredible lightning storm in Athens. Storms like this one are a rare occurrence at this time of the year here in Athens. So, naturally I swung my camera into action, but those bolts were too quick for me. I did manage to get one lucky shot though as well as photos of weird faces in the clouds.

Lightning noun ‘a brilliant electric spark discharge in the atmosphere, occurring within a thundercloud, between clouds, or between a cloud and the ground.’

Athens By Night

Roman Agora under the moonlight

Entrance to the theatre of Herodes Atticus

Photography exhibition outside of the theatre

Greek Parliament

The Evzones at Syndagma

Hotel Grande Bretagne

Water fountain at Syndagma square

Some night shots of Athens when I went downtown for the full moon festivities on the 9th of August. Most of the archaeological sites and museums were open and entrance was free. There was a huge crowd below the Acropolis enjoying the music and checking out the ancient artifacts and admiring the August full moon.

Something’s Brewing/Κατι Ετοιμαζεται

‘Something’s Brewing’ digital collage by Angela Zafiris

Something is brewing, and I don’t think it’s going to be good.

 Κάτι ‘μαγειρεύεταικαι’ και δεν νομίζω ότι θα είναι καλό.

Κράτα το

Blossoming/Άνθηση

I don’t know what these flowers are called, but they sure do love my camera.

Δεν ξέρω πως λέγονται αυτά τα λουλούδια, αλλά σίγουρα αγαπούν τη φωτογραφική μηχανή μου.

Angelo Smells The Flowers

I taught Angelo to take some time out from his busy schedule to smell the flowers. Well, they’re not as fresh, but it’s still cute to see a cat do something so human.

Lucky Lady/Πασχαλιτσα

This lucky little lady bug
has landed here to stay
To make my garden pretty
and keep the weeds away.
~Author Unknown

Gladiolus/ΓΛΑΔΙΟΛΑ

This beautiful, tall flower is perfect for weddings.

Αυτό το όμορφο, ψηλό λουλούδι είναι ιδανικό για γάμους.