The mystical Hellenic Republic - Greece Places to visit IV

This post we will cover all the picturesque places in Greece (there are many places and cities and islands to visit in Greece, we will attempt to give justice to all that we can)

Greece has 6000 islands in total all of them scattered in the Aegean Sea and Ionian. However only 227 are actually inhabited.

Depending upon your schedule and time allocated for this trip. You can choose the itinerary accordingly. All the places are very well connected by road, ferries and air. Most of our clients opt for very special customised tours in order to make the best use the time and explore every aspect of this ancient civilisation.

Nafplio:

94 kilometres from Athens and one of the most beautiful towns in the area of Argolis. One of the most of romantic cities all across Greece. Nafplio, was founded by Nafplios, son of God Poseidon and the daughter of Danaus. The town declined during the Roman times but was flourished again by the Byzantine rulers.

Chania - Crete

325 kms south of Athens, the best way to travel to Chania, is either by a ferry or by air.

One of the most popular destinations in Crete. Crete, is the largest and most populous islands of Greece. Chania, hosts a lot of interesting Greek architecture old buildings, several museums. It has narrow lanes lined with shops, which takes you back to ancient Greece. Places you can visit here are Samaria Gorge, Venizelos graves and a few small villages.

Hotels in Chania: Porto Veneziano Hotel | Casa Delfino Hotel and Spa | Kydon, the Heart City Hotel | Domus Renier Boutique Hotel

Rethymnon:

Located on the north most of the island and approx 380 kilometres from Athens and 60 kilometres drive from Chania. It is a large city with the ancient touch. This town has a lot of turkish influence. Must visit - Venetian Lotzia, Fortetzza, Agii Theodori.

Delphi:

Delphi, is regarded the famous historic sanctuary as regarded by the ancient Grecians. It is also believed to be the center if the world. And is the base of Mount Parnassos.

It is said that Zeus sent out two eagles to figure out and find the navel of earth and the eagles met at this point.

Santorini:

The favourites of all - The most romantic place and the best for honeymoons and photoshoots. Narrow streets and whitewashed houses are a peculiar Cycladic statement. This crescent shaped island also known as Thira located in the Aegean sea, consists of several other smaller islands namely, Thira, Thirassia, Aspronisi, Palea and Nea Kameni. It is the located in the southernmost part of the Cyclades. Cyclades is the most famous group of islands in the Aegean Sea. And it comprises of the most beautiful islands in the world. Cyclades refers to the islands forming a circle and in english translation means ‘circular islands’ According to the Greek mythology, Poseidon-God of Sea, furious at the cyclades nymphs turned them into islands. The whole complex of Santorini islands is an active volcano and the only volcano whose crater is in the sea. These islands as a matter of fact came into existence due to a volcanic eruption.

Hotel San Antonio | The Tsitouras Hotel | Astra Suites | Aqua Luxury Suites | Santorini Secret

Mykonos:

Greece’s most glamorous island, known as a party town and for its boutique hotels, seafood restaurants and live music venues. Very famous for international celebrities.

Sifnos:

Part of the Cyclades, is also known as the islands of flavours. Also the birthplace of famous poets. It has traditional villages and secluded beaches. Places to visit in Sifnos- Apollonía, the capital of Sifnos, is surrounded by three hills in the centre of the island. Narrow streets and whitewashed houses follow the traditional cycladic statement.

Artemis, few kilometres from the main town of Sifnos, is famous for its neoclassical mansions and outstanding panoramic view. Artemos, has some of the most famous restaurants and patisseries. Filled with the aroma of fresh homemade cookies and doughnuts it is the best way to relax and rejuvenate.

Kastro, meaning a ‘Castle’ is built on an abrupt rock. Kastro, stands out for its old houses and narrow lanes.

Thessaloniki:

Located in Macedonia, in Northern greece. Thessaloniki, is 520 kilometres from Athens and the second largest city of Greece. Also known as Salonika or Saloniki has given Greece some of the greatest musicians, artists and others from the field of Art. It is home to the Thessaloniki film festivals and the International Trade and many other cultural events. It has a sprout of Byzantine monuments. It has a spread of amazing Ottoman monuments.

Patras:

200 kilometres west of Athens, Patra is basically a student town. One of the most happening and bustling places. Famous for its romantic stroll. Famous for its Medieval Castle, Patras Roman Odeum, Lighthouse, Spinney, St Andrew’s Church, Apollon Municipal Theatre.

Zagori:

480 kilometres north of Athens, Zagori is a mountainous regions of Greece. Famous for its gorges, rivers, dense forests and its terrain. Drakolimni or Dragon lakes is to be found here. Legend says this area was inhabited by dragons, who would throw pines and rocks at each other and thus created this peculiar landscape. There are many lakes located in between the mountain peaks of Tymfi, Smolikas. With the peaks known as Drakolimni, Ploskas peak and Astraka as the most famous ones. Vikos Gorge, in Epirus is the world’s deepest gorge in proportion to its width. With a very low mobile network and radiation, enjoy the clean and fragrant air enroute the trekking trails. There are adventure sports that can be undertaken here, like river rafting on river Voidomatis, horse riding and paragliding.

Meteora:

Located approx 360 kilometres north of Athens. The word Meteora simply means ‘hovering in the air’. This area was originally inhabited by monks. With time and to be more secluded, these monks climbed higher onto the mountains inaccessible by others.

With this rich, vast and magnificent landscape and rich heritage, we say a goodbye from Greece.