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Unlock Ikaria’s Longevity: Diet, Festivals & Secrets
In Ikaria, age is not counted in years but in smiles. Longevity in Ikaria is one of the first things that comes to mind when speaking about this enchanting Greek island in the northern Aegean Sea . While its wild beauty, unspoiled beaches, and traditional dances are captivating, it’s the remarkable life expectancy of its residents that truly sets Ikaria apart. This small island, officially recognized as one of the world’s Blue Zones , has fascinated researchers for decades.
Chris Diakoumis
5 days ago6 min read
The Hidden “Pirate Houses” of Ikaria. How Stone Shelters Saved an Island from the Aegean Raiders
Pirate house in Ikaria / Photo: Shutterstock The Legendary Pirate Houses of Ikaria The stone dwellings that protected the island from countless pirate raids. Discover the legendary pirate houses of Ikaria — stone-built shelters hidden among rocks to protect islanders from Aegean pirates. A story of resilience, ingenuity, and the unique architecture born from survival. The Stone Houses That Saved Ikaria The stone-built houses of Ikaria, known as the “pirate houses,” were a pr
Chris Diakoumis
Oct 223 min read
Chris Diakoumis
Apr 240 min read
Ikaria: Greek island with almost no dementia follows a twist on the Mediterranean diet — the 2 drinks they love
You’ve probably heard of the so-called “blue zones” — five areas in the world that longevity expert Dan Buettner identified as having...
Chris Diakoumis
Feb 224 min read
Wie wird man hundert? - Das Geheimnis des langen Lebens" ("How to Live to 100? The Secret of Longevity")
Bernd-Uwe Gutknecht's feature, titled "Wie wird man hundert? - Das Geheimnis des langen Lebens" ("How to Live to 100? The Secret of...
Chris Diakoumis
Jan 31 min read
The Magic of Christmas in Ikaria
We will present the customs and traditions of the Ikarians, a simple and hospitable people who deeply honor their unique homeland, its...
Chris Diakoumis
Dec 20, 20243 min read
The Famous Communal Festivals on the Island of Ikaria. Mirth, Dance, and Local Delicacies at the renowned daily summer celebrations on the Aegean Island of Ikaria.
BY ATHINA FERENTINOU - Travel.gr The festivals of Ikaria provide a unique experience for visitors to this enchanting island, well-known...
Chris Diakoumis
Aug 9, 20242 min read
Greek mythology and Ikaria
Greek mythology shows a particular fondness for the island in the eastern Aegean, with its dramatic contrasts in natural terrain, deep...
Chris Diakoumis
Jul 27, 20244 min read
Chris Diakoumis
Jul 15, 20240 min read
Ikaria, #Greece. The Oldest People In The World
#Ikaria, the island where people live longer than just about anywhere else in the world. Greece’s beautiful remote island of Ikaria has...
Chris Diakoumis
Jul 11, 20241 min read
IKARIA—THE ISLAND OF MYSTERIOUS LONGEVITY
The north side of the island of Ikaria, where inhabitants live longer than the south side. Why do the inhabitants of this tiny Greek...
Chris Diakoumis
Jun 27, 202410 min read
My family’s from the Greek island of longevity, where people often live to 100—here’s 1 unexpected food we always eat
Published Sun, May 26 20248:34 AM EDT Diane Kochilas, Contributor From beans to greens, there are many foods that make up the traditional...
Chris Diakoumis
Jun 13, 20244 min read
Why being near water really does make us happier.
Why Being Near Water Really Does Make Us Happier and Why Ikarian Endless Blue Is the Place to Be
Chris Diakoumis
May 27, 20247 min read
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