Clock tower at Symi, Greece

Aug 1. Last look at Symi, Gr

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August 1st 2008
The nymph Symi mated with Poseidon, the god of the seas and gave birth to Hthonios who became the first leader of the island. Glayos was the first inhabitant, good swimmer and sailor that tought his habilities to the every one. The Island sent 3 ships to the Trojan war in Homer's "Iliad". In 1309 was conquered by the knights of St. John followed by a period of prosperity where shipping, sponge div ... read more

Europe » Greece » South Aegean

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Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more