Greek Culture Ministry hands over three ancient sites in Corinth

On 7 August, Greece’s Ministry of Culture, represented by Minister Lina Mendoni, transferred three major archaeological projects to the public in Corinth. The hand‑over, funded by the Peloponnese “ESPA” program, covered the ancient port of Kechries (€720,000), a segment of the Examilion (Justinian) wall at Isthmia (€320,000) and the ancient Diolkos trade route (€3 million). The ceremony highlighted the region’s cultural identity and the collaboration between the ministry, the Peloponnese regional governor Dimitris Ptochos and local heritage services.

Meanwhile, the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki opened its outdoor exhibitions to visitors until 23:30, featuring displays such as “Field, House, Garden, Place” and “Memory and Stones”. A night stall remained open until 22:30, offering books, activity games and replica artifacts. The museum’s café Prosēchos hosted vinyl DJ sets and live music under the August full moon. A municipal theatre workshop in Neapoli‑Sykies presented the new production “Sēmata Lygra”, and performances of Euripides’ Medea and other classical works were scheduled.

Both events underscore Greece’s ongoing investment in preserving and promoting its archaeological and cultural heritage.