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Lake Kerkini (Greek: Λίμνη Κερκίνη), is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932, and then redeveloped in 1980, on the site of what was previously an extremely extensive marshland.
Before 1932, there were irregular marsh lakes on Strymon, one of them called "Podkova" Ottoman Turkish: ݒودقوه كوليPodkova Gölü[1] became the mother of Kerkini.
Wild birds in Lake Kerkini
Lake Kerkini is now one of, if not the, premier birding site in Greece, and, as it is situated along the migratory flyway for migratory birds en route to the Aegean Sea, the Balkan region, the Black Sea, the Hungarian steppes and beyond it experiences an interesting migration.
Kalabryta is a small picturesque town in the mountainous Achaia. The ski resort, canyon Voyraikoy cog railway, cave lakes, historical monasteries and the beautiful villages of Kalavryton are some of the challenges in the region.
Among the cluster of the Dodecanese Islands in the Aegean Sea, east of the Cyclades and off the southwest coast of Turkey (Asia Minor, where Greeks lived since the prehistoric period, until 1922), is Leros Island. Leros is renowned for its deep, sheltered natural bays – such as the picturesque Lakki Harbour. (Its excellent harbours were the main reason that the island was highly prized strategically throughout history.) Leros is mountainous and consists of three peninsulas joined by two isthmuses, with a total area of 20 square miles, and has a population of 10,000. The Capital of Leros is Agia Marina, the old mediaeval port.
One can take advantage of wonderful safe beaches on the east and west coasts, which are perfect for swimming and snorkelling. It is believed that Leros and Kalymnos just to the southeast comprise the Kalydnian isles referred to by Homer, famous in ancient times for its honey and for a temple of Artemis. The island was associated in antiquity with the cult of Artemis (worship of the mother-goddess). Leros was first inhabited by Carians, succeeded by Cretans, Ionians, Byzantines and Rhodians; in 1319 it was taken over by Rhodes.
Leros has many very picturesque and attractive villages lying on its beautiful coasts. Most of those villages have fine examples of the traditional architecture of the island. Their beauty is increased by the fact that they have kept their authentic and traditional colours. Accommodations and taverns are available in all the villages of the sland and various other touristy facilities can be found in the touristy resorts and in the lovely capital.
KYTHNOS Kythnos (Greek: Κύθνος) is a Greek island and municipality in the Western Cyclades between Kea and Serifos. It is 56 nautical miles (104 km) from the harbor of Piraeus. Kythnos is 100 km2 (39 sq mi) in area and has a coastline of about 100 km (62 mi). It has more than 70 beaches, many of which are still inaccessible by road. Of particular note is the crescent-shaped isthmus of fine sand at Kolona.
The island has two significant settlements, the village of Messaria or Kythnos known locally as Chora, and the village of Dryopis or Dryopida also known as Chorio. Both villages are notable for their winding and often stepped streets, too narrow for vehicular traffic. The villages are very picturesque but in different architectural styles. Chora has the more-typical flat roofs of the Cyclades, while Dryopida's rooftops are slanted and tiled. Chora is also notable for its large Greek Orthodox Church
DIVING IN KYTHNOS You can dive sheltered bays, reefs, shallows, caves, shipwrecks and walls full of lobsters, shrimps and crawfish. Every dive takes place in a different location so that you will never get bored. Deep, VERY DEEP, night, drift but also calm and relaxing dives in protected bays, away from currents in places that are full of life. You will not feel like getting out of the water once you dive into the crystal clear waters of Kythnos. The beautiful seascapes call sea lovers from all over the world for a delightful adventure.
SUNSET IN SANTORINI Say what However, in no case. When the sun sets Caldera paints and colored houses of Oia in this golden color that suits them both! Those You have not enjoyed yet, Rush quickly!
Ano Meria, FOLEGANDROS The wild beauty of Folegandros, steep cliffs that plunge into the sea as opposed to sunset hues create a majestic backdrop, even if from now does not seem the sun dips into the sea.
keri zakynthos Here, people gathered early on a hillside that overlooks the Ionian Sea to enjoy the view of the sun disappearing in the depths. The remaining landscape is also impressive, a steep cliff on the right side of the hill and no other land in sight, as the wax is located in the southwest part of the island.
Monte Smith, Rhodes The hill that rises above the city of Rhodes, got its current name from the English Admiral Sidney Smith, who erected there a watchdog 1802.O hill hosts the ruins of Upper Acropolis, which contribute to the impressive spectacle of the sunset.
Μyrtos kefallonia Unreal turquoise waters of, white pebble beaches and cliffs that rise around the beach make the landscape even more entyposiako.Afta combined with a red sun dips into the vast blue of the Ionian Sea, makes us talk about the most spectacular the sunset.
Kaiafas ILIA From the endless sandy beach, trail mainland indistinguishable in orizonta.Meta an entire day at the fantastic beach we can see the sun dip into the sea! An old legend says that in Hawaii wishes come true once the last sunbeam lost in water.
Amorgos Greece is one of the popular Greek Islands of the Cyclades and it is located near Naxos and Ios, at few hours from Piraeus, Athens. It is the island that was chosen by filmmaker Luc Besson for the scene of “The Big Blue”. The island’s trademark is the beautiful monastery of Hozoviotissa which is wedged into a huge precipice at 300m from the sea. This Greek island has a lot to offer: beautiful beaches in crystal waters, whitewashed houses and windmills...
This section of Amorgos Island provides much information: pictures, map, villages, history, museums, architecture, excursions, weather and much more such as a large choice of hotels... The island offers desert amazing cricks and sandy beaches. Amorgos has an active nightlife. It mostly consists of cozy little bars, restaurants and a dance club or two. It is concentrated in Amorgos Town and the port Karavostasi.
VENETIAN RIVER River of Western Macedonia, the largest river of Greece, located entirely in Greek territory and has a total length of 297 km crosses the prefectures of Grevena, Kastoria, Kozani, Pieria Imathia.
Receives the surplus waters of Lake Kastoria and the waters: Livadopotamou, Stravopotamou, Vela, Ntrampoutiotikou, Pramoritsa, Grevena, Venice, Stavropotamos, Edesseos of the lake drainage ditch Giannitsa. Flows into the Thermaikos Gulf, just south of the mouth of the Axios river creating an extensive delta rich in flora and fauna.
The tour of the bridges or through rivers (Aliakmonas and Venetian) or by walking in riverside trails combines recreation with exercise, allowing guests to develop activities such as fishing, rafting and kayaking, acquaintance with the natural environment area and local history.
The trip to Fourni Ikaria (or Korseon - Crusader Island) does not need much to win your heart. There has not been "worth seeing", but it is worth to live. Deserves to live a swim in the crystal clear waters and enjoy the best seafood recipes at the best prices. Deserves to live him ... dialogue with the air in the mountainous parts of the island. Deserve to live your hospitality and above all enjoy what you are looking for more: quiet holiday.
The ovens, center island of the group, came on the tourist map recently.
They came but for those seeking something special on holiday, away from
the crowds of popular destinations. Approximately 20 years ago the
circumstances were different.
The - considerably smaller - ships
anchored outside what was then characterized harbor and passengers
(there were no cars on the island then) "akrovatousan" in ladder trying
to get safely to the boats that were waiting to drive them ashore. Yet
even this adventure was an icing on the cake 'rock' holiday island.
The Country of Fourni remains almost unchanged in the quaint streets and
houses of traditional architecture. In the evenings, with a backdrop of
colorful boats, the beach is filled with people and I think I just
finished a concert. Fourni and visitors walk almost incessantly from one
end to the other. You think you participate in a parade with irregular
step, while ... oncoming meet the same people your smile two to three
times. Some loxodromoun and climb to the main square, next to where tall
trees are the old cafes island
The Sporades are one of the most popular of all the Greek Islands and attracts many visitors every year. Skiathos is the most cosmopolitan and touristy island of the Sporades Greece group of island. It is covered with a dense pine forest proclaimed a natural environment that has to be protected and has long sandy fully-organized beaches which are delighting the thousands of tourists visiting the island every year. Being very popular, Skiathos offers many restaurants, taverns, bars and night-clubs staying open until dawn.
Skopelos is the largest of the Sporades Greece islands and is, life its sisters, covered with a verdant and thick pine forest. The capital of the island, Skopelos Town is a pure marvel full of beautiful two-storey Venetian houses with tiled roofs, narrow stone paved streets and whitewashed churches. Apart from its superb town, its lovely mountainous villages and its fine sandy beaches and coves, Skopelos also offers nice bars and taverns.
Alonissos is part of the Sporades Greece Islands and has the wildest natural environment of the group. It is where a rare specie of monk leaves and, for that reason, the island and its surrounding waters have been proclaimed a natural and protected environment. The beaches in Alonissos are astonishing, with pure sand or colourful pebbles and emerald-green crystalline waters.
Monemvasia is one of the most beautiful areas of the Peloponnese and the seaport of Laconia. The rock is located within 95 km SE of Sparta is one of the most popular destinations in the Peloponnese.
Connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land, from which it is said that it took its name. Ie synthetic "Alone" and "Emvasis", indicating that there is only one entrance to get one (the narrow strip of land that connects the Rock to the eastern coast of Laconia). The famous castle founded in the Byzantine period and was one of the most important fortresses in the Peloponnese. The high stone houses, imposing mansions, narrow cobbled streets, Byzantine churches and strong fortifications create awe and admiration of every visitor, transporting it in past seasons. Many listed buildings operate as guesthouses. Staying in these remains unforgettable to every visitor and the atmosphere is very romantic and idyllic.
Paxos, the baby of the Ionian Islands, is a cluster of small islands and rocky islets, the largest of which are Paxi and Antipaxos .They are located 7 miles south of Corfu, at a distance of 8 miles from the coast of Epirus in nort-western Greece and 12 miles from the town of Parga. Both Paxos and Antipaxos have a lizard-like, long and narrow shape. The islands cover an area of 19 square kilometres and 3 square kilometers respectively.
Paxos is an island of endless olive groves and Antipaxos one large vineyard. The eastern coastlines of the island are smooth, while the west coasts are bold and abrupt with remarkable natural formations: caves, arches, dome-shaped forms, sheer cliffs etc. The capital of Paxos is Gaios, a picturesque village build around a port which is protected by two small islands, Agios Nikolaos and Panagitsa. At the northern tip of the island sits beautiful Lakka, whilst on the east coast nestles the charming village of Loggos. Today, Paxos has a permanent population of approximately 2,300 inhabitants and during the summer months, the island welcomes more than 200,000 visitors.
The inhabitants of Paxos are warm and extremely hospitable people who possess a love for tradition yet embrace all developments of contemporary Europe. As a result the islands have been declaredCultural Village of Europefor the year 2004, an institution which aims to make know and preserve village life across Europe. As part of the celebrations in honour of being the Cultural Village of Europe, Paxos will be the hosting of many cultural events and pan-European meetin
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