Corfu

The Old Town of Corfu, on the Island of Corfu off the western coasts of Albania and Greece, is located in a strategic position at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea, and has its roots in the 8th century BC. The three forts of the town, designed by renowned Venetian engineers, were used for four centuries to defend the maritime trading interests of the Republic of Venice against the Ottoman Empire. In the course of time, the forts were repaired and partly rebuilt several times, more recently under British rule in the 19th century. The mainly neoclassical housing stock of the Old Town is partly from the Venetian period, partly of later construction, notably the 19th century. As a fortified Mediterranean port, Corfu’s urban and port ensemble is notable for its high level of integrity and authenticity.

Unesco: Old Town of Corfu
RR: Vacation RR
Date: May 18

Pantanassa Monastery

The Pantanassa Monastery is a former Eastern Orthodox monastery, now nunnery, located in Mystras. Its ornate stone-carved façade is of architectural note,completed in a mix of Byzantine and Gothic Revival styles. The former monastery is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mystras, inscribed in 1989.

Mystras, the wonder of the Morea, was built as an amphitheatre around the fortress erected in 1249 by the prince of Achaia, William of Villehardouin. Reconquered by the Byzantines, then occupied by the Turks and the Venetians, the city was abandoned in 1832, leaving only the breathtaking medieval ruins, standing in a beautiful landscape.

Unesco: Archaeological Site of Mystras
Tag: Unesco offer tag
Date: May 20

Rhodos

Rhodes, the largest of Greece’s Dodecanese islands, is known for its beach resorts, ancient ruins and remnants of its occupation by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. The city of Rhodes has an Old Town featuring the medieval Street of the Knights and the castlelike Palace of the Grand Masters. Captured by the Ottomans and then held by the Italians, the palace is now a history museum.

RR: Vacation RR
Date: Sept 29

From Greece

A beautiful dolphin card from Greece.
RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: June 23

Countries of the World - Greece

Some icons from Greece with Knossos, Santorini, olive oil and a donkey.
RR: Big 50 - May 2025
Date: May 21

Blue Cats - WT Greece

World Trip Greece - Temple of Parthenon, Athens
Thanks a lot Maja!
Date: Sept 28

Myrina

Myrina is the capital and main port of Lemnos and counts on 4500 inhabitants. The settlement stretches around two beautiful bays and between stands the imposing Venetian castle surrounded by massive formations of volcanic rock. Visitors are charmed by the old neoclassical mansions, Ottoman buildings and fountains, traditional houses, narrow streets and modern constructions that compose the setting of Myrina. Along the waterfront lie plenty of restaurants and traditional taverns.

Many thanks Eve!
Date: July 26

Halkidiki

Halkidiki is a region in northern Greece known for its jutting peninsulas, which feature Mediterranean forests that give way to sandy beaches in sheltered bays. Kassandra, the westernmost peninsula, is the most developed, offering modern resorts and nightclubs. The region's notable archaeological sites include Stageira, Aristotle’s birthplace, and Olynthus, known for its well-preserved mosaic floors.

Thank you Lora!
Date: May 15

Athens meetup

A signed postcrossing meetup card from Athens.
RR: Just Postcards RR
Date: Dec 23

Acropolis

The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historical significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. Acropolis is the most striking and complete ancient Greek monumental complex still existing in our times.

Unesco: Acropolis of Athens
Many thanks for this amazing card Corinne!
Date: Oct 30

Balos beach

Balos Beach is among the best beaches in Greece and one of the most beautiful beaches in Crete that lies 60 km northwest of Chania Town. It is seen as a lagoon from the hills above the beach.Balos is famous for its turquoise waters, the wild natural beauty and the beautiful exotic scenery. 

RR: 10 Countries RR (20)

Date: Sept 8

The Sanctuary of Athena Pronea and Tholos in Delphi

The Temple of Athena Pronaia was a temple at the ancient site of Delphi, in the Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia, a group of buildings comprising temples and treasuries as well as the famous Tholos of Delphi .The tholos is a circular building which was created between 380 and 360 BC at the center of the sanctuary of Athena Pronaia. It is constructed with 20 Doric columns on its exterior diameter which measures 14.76m. The building stands 13.5 meters tall at the center of the Athena Pronaia sanctuary, and its interior columns were of the Corinthian order.

Unesco: Archaeological Site of Delphi
RR: 10 Countries RR
Date: April 24