Tarpon Springs isn’t just cute — it’s called Florida’s Little Greece for a reason. 🇬🇷🌴 In the early 1900s, Greek immigrants (mostly from the island of Kalymnos) settled here to work in the natural sponge-diving industry, and they turned this little Gulf Coast town into the sponge capital of the world. A lot of their families are still here today, which is why you’ll see Greek flags, hear Greek spoken on the docks, and eat food that tastes like it came straight from Athens. The heart of it all

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Greek Night is always a good time at Acropolis! Dive into the music, culture, and incredible food. Whether you’re Greek or just love the energy, It’s always a night to remember ✨ | Acropolis Greek Taverna - Tarpon Springs