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Chania: A journey through the countryside
Instead of watching the movie “Zorbas” again a tourist leaves his rainy home and comes to Chania, to dance his Syrtaki on Stavros beach – where the movie was shot – and other beautiful spots of Chania’s countryside. Hotel Bookings … Read More
Achilleion Palace – Empress Elisabeth built the palace to escape the tragedies of her life
The Achilleion Palace was built by Empress of Austria Elisabeth of Bavaria, also known as Sisi. Elisabeth was a woman obsessed with beauty. She had a very powerful, but tragically vulnerable character since the loss of her only son, … Read More
Spetses island, a horse carriage tour
The island of Spetses, located in the Mediterranean Sea, was first occupied during the Mesolithic Age, in around 8000 BC. During that period the island was connected through an isthmus to the island of Argolida, now named Costa. Pieces of … Read More
Kerkini Lake, one of the most important wetlands in Europe
Lake Kerkini was awarded as one of European Committee’s Destination of Excellence in 2010. One of the most important wetlands in Europe, is considered to be one of the top European bird watching destinations. About 300 bird species have been … Read More
Samaria Gorge, national park, in Crete island
The Samaria Gorge is in southwest Crete in the prefecture of Chania. It was created by a small river running between the White Mountains (Lefká Óri) and Mt. Volakias. The walk through Samaria National Park is 13 km long, but … Read More
Skyros, the land of Skyrian horses, a very authentic and special Greek island
Skyros is a very authentic and special island to visit, a must-see destination if you prefer the real, quieter side of Greece. Skyrian horses are unique in the world, and are only found on the island of Skyros in the … Read More
Xanthi, a mix of eastern and western cultures
The region of Xanthi and its gorgeous town by the same name is a jewel in Northern Greece. It is a mix of eastern and western cultures and religions, full of folklore, natural habitats, wine, good food, beaches, folklore and … Read More
31st Athens Classic Marathon, 3 days left
The Athens Classic Marathon is an annual marathon road race held in Athens, Greece, normally in early November. The marathon course is based on the myth from which the race gained its name: Pheidippides, a messenger in Ancient Greece, ran … Read More