The island has many traditions and customs that are revived every year by the locals. In honor of the patron saints of the island, the locals organize local festivals with food, drinks and dancing till morning. This feasts are organized throughout the summer with August being the month with the most of this religious celebrations [...] Read More
Exploring the Timeless Charm of Ithaca's Buildings The architecture of villages and their structures serves as a visual narrative, reflecting the historical, financial, and social tapestry of a place. In Ithaca, the evolution of building styles, from the ancient periods influenced by Venetian and English eras, to the more recent adaptations, portrays a story of [...] Read More
The Case for Homeric Ithaca: Unveiling the Island of Odysseus The Ithaca of Homer was part of a group of many islands which stretched out to the north-west of the Peloponnese. Ithaca lav in an enclosed sea because it was surrounded by many small and three large islands called: Dulichium, Same and Zakynthos. Cephalonia and [...] Read More
Unraveling the Mythical Odyssey and Historical Reality In the azure embrace of the Ionian Sea lies Ithaca, a small island immortalized by Homer's epic poems, "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey," where the indomitable hero Odysseus weaves his tale of trials and triumphs. Homer's vivid descriptions in "The Odyssey" not only narrate Odysseus's adventures but also [...] Read More
Unveiling the Ancient Cities of Ithaca Ithaca, the legendary home of Odysseus, boasts a rich history marked by several ancient settlements. However, pinpointing their exact locations remains a fascinating puzzle for archaeologists. The Enigmatic Odyssean Asti: The first city, Odyssean Asti, sparks debate among archaeologists. Some believe it lies in Aetos, while others favor a [...] Read More
A Tale of Resilience Ithaca is situated in a seismic region, frequently subjected to the formidable forces unleashed by Enceladus, with occasional major disasters. According to geographer J. Partsch, historical records document significant seismic events in the region. In 1630, a powerful earthquake rattled the islands of Ithaca, Kefalonia, and Lefkada. The most devastating quake [...] Read More
Ithaca: Fact or Fiction? The rugged and mountainous island of Ithaca is forever linked to Homer's epic, the Odyssey. While its exact location might not be common knowledge, Ithaca and Odysseus are practically synonymous. Literary and Historical Evidence Points to Ithaca Despite limited surviving ancient writings, there's no strong case against the current Ithaca being [...] Read More