The aromatic basil of Greece is perhaps the most characteristic Greek herb of the Greek land. It is the "spicy" herb that is found in many different varieties and with many different flavors. So it can be answered with the taste of cinnamon or anise while visually, with a bright dark purple or red color!
The basil of our country is famous for its quality, its aroma and the exceptional characteristics that benefit the human body.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES OF VASILIKOS FOR THE BODY
The favorite basil of the Italians protects cells from radiation. In addition, it is antibacterial and relieves nausea, insomnia and anxiety. Finally, it is of great help in cases of anxiety, dizziness and melancholy.
HISTORY FROM "GOLD" BEHIND THE PRODUCT
The origin of basil is from India. In fact, it was a plant in honor of the gods Krishna and Vishnu. He came to Greece from Alexander the Great and took his name from the king of Macedonia.
It was this move of Alexander the Great that changed the position of the plant in the tradition of the Ancient Greeks. Until that time, basil was considered a kind of curse because the scorpions chose it as the basic "building" material of their nest! So the operation of Alexander the Great had to be done in order for us today to be able to enjoy its smell, its taste and, of course, its healing powers!
The Romans, on the other hand, used basil to make their magic "filters" that attracted their lovers! Finally, the Egyptians used it in their embalming and the Gauls for their purification!
The story of Agia Eleni is also of great interest. We read in sources of the time that when he was looking for the cross of Jesus, he arrived in Palestine. At one point, he smelled a strong odor coming from a bush. Recognizing the symbol, he began to dig until he discovered the sacred wood that he so eagerly sought…