Mykonos is one of the most popular islands in the world. Hollywood actors, famous athletes, and lovers of wild nightlife all flock here. They are seeking after the sun, the beautiful seas, and the party atmosphere. Why did the island of Mykonos become so popular, and what makes it different
Lefkada, the so called “Caribbean of Greece” is gradually gaining popularity among visitors to Greece. It is found on the western side of the Greek mainland in the Ionian island group and is reached by car via a bridge from Preveza. Lefkada is known for its incredible beaches, pristine waters,
When we hear the words “Greek islands”, usually Santorini and Mykonos are the first to come to mind. We imagine blue-domed Orthodox churches and whitewashed homes. When we zoom out, there are in fact seven main groupings of islands in Greece: The Cyclades, the Sporades, the Dodecanese, the Saronikos
Halkidiki (sometimes spelled as Chalkidiki) is a peninsula in northern Greece which is found to the East of Thessaloniki. It is 120 kilometers long and has 3 “legs” which protrude into the Mediterranean Sea. Depending on which part of the peninsula you find yourself on, you’ll be surrounded either by
Where is Crete’s Elephant Cave? The Elephant Cave in Crete is one of the best-known diving sites in Greece. The Elephant Cave is found in the Red Village, which is 30 kilometers from Chania. More specifically, the cave is in the Drepano area of Akrotiri, which is next to Souda
The palm forest of Preveli is found below the Monastery of Preveli, next to the Kourtaliótiko Gorge. The beach is known for its extensive forest of the Cretan date palm, which is known as Phoenix Theophrastii. The Preveli palm forest is the second largest palm forest in Crete behind Vai
Astypalaia is the most western island in the Dodecanese Islands. Astypalaia has a history that is centuries old, villages with some of the most beautiful white houses in Greece, sunny beaches, and dramatic views from its castle. The shape of the island of Astypalaia is unique because it is connected
Symi (sometimes spelled Simi) is located next to Rhodes Island. It is a hidden gem of the Dodecanese and you will be enchanted by its colorful houses. The port looks like a postcard when you approach by boat, because of the bright colors of the mansions. The climate of the
Have you heard of Chalki before? Its solar electricity grid is the first of its kind in Greece, and it aims to power the whole island. The solar grid was inspired by the GR-eco Islands project, which is promoted by Greece’s PM, Mitsotakis. Where is Chalki? Chalki is found
Travel to Crete’s Eastern tip and you will find yourself at Vai’s palm forest. Vai has a colony of 5000 trees of the Phoenix Theophrastus variety that are located very close to the water’s edge. A few smaller clusters of this tree are found in other areas of Crete in
Hydra is an island close to Athens, only about an hour away by ferry. Like some of the neighboring islands in the Sporades (Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonisos), it does not allow cars. Transportation is primarily by donkey. As a result, the island has retained its charm, and does not suffer from
The island of Chios is known for its biggest export, mastic. It is sometimes spelled “Mastiha” or “Mastixa.” It is known as the “White Gold of Greece” or “Tears of Chios” among locals. The Greeks have produced this sticky resin, which is expelled from the bark of the mastic tree,
The picturesque island of Kalymnos can be found between the islands of Kos and Leros, in the Dodecanese. Visitors come from all over the world to experience its natural beauty, delicious seafood, quaint alleyways, and, naturally, the local sponges. The port town of Pothia is the capital of
Rhodes’s history goes back to the Neolithic period, in 4,000 B.C. It has always been a desirable island because of its location. As a result, Rhodes’s architecture is a combination of Byzantine, Venetian, Renaissance, and Ottoman styles. Traditional Architecture Locally, houses were typically made with the materials available on
The architecture of Chania is unique both to the island of Crete and the country of Greece as a whole. It features influences from Ottoman, Venetian, and local styles. Each neighborhood has a unique mix of these architectural styles. Venetian Architecture (13th to 17th century) Venetians ruled the city from
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