Amazing holidayspots: Greece

Places to visit in Greece

From architectural rich Athens to amazing island with Mediterranean coastlines, there is so much to see when touring Greece.
Athens

Athens is one of the major tourist spots in Greece and has so much to make your holiday in Greece a worthwhile. Acropolis in Athens has been quite successful in capturing hundreds of tourist and visitors everyday. The mind-blowing architecture of acropolis and Plaka is surely going to take your breath away. Athens is also famous for its military ceremony of changing guards, which takes place at the background of residence of president. From amazing museums to sparking night clubs, Athens has lot to its plate to serve to visitors holidaying in Greece.

Thessaloniki

It is another of famous tourist spots which attracts many visitors holidaying in Greece. The city is quite known for its beautiful and Byzantine designed churches, which are also among the world heritage sites as per the list of UNESCO. The archeological museum of the city is bound to amaze you with its collection of gold jewelry from the era of Macedonia as well as the antique marble statues.

Ancient Corinth

Known for its elegance, decadence and wealthy assets, Corinth is surrounded with a marvelous theater, beautiful temples and a museum. You can also visit and explore the huge castle, Acrocorinth, at the top designed with the Turkish, Byzantine and Venetian touch.The ancient city of Corinth sits below and towards the coast. It sprawls over a huge area including sections of walls (in Roman times having a 15km circuit), stadiums, gymnasiums and necropolises. The best preserved excavated central area includes the Classical Temple of Apollo and the Roman forum.

Olympia

This site is known worldwide as the home as well as place of birth of Olympics. When visiting Greece, tourists and visitors come to Olympia to experience a run or a walk at the tracks of Olympia.Olympia Greece was the site of the ancient Olympic Games, which were celebrated every four years by the Greeks. Olympia was situated in a valley in Elis, in western Peloponnisos (Peloponnesus), through which runs the Alpheus River. Olympia was a national shrine of the Greeks and contained many treasures of Greek art, such as temples, monuments, altars, theaters, statues, and votive offerings of brass and marble.

Rhode town

Built in 14th century by the knights of St. John, this ancient town has a striking features of old times and holds attractions like 'Hamam' of 16th century, stunning mosques and a gothic fortress of 'The Grand Masters'. Rhodes Island ranks as the largest among all Dodecanese islands. It is also among the largest island within the Aegean Sea. Because of the breathtaking beauty of Rhodes, the locals name it the “Rose of the Aegean.” The tourism industry of the island is constantly rising because of global advertising, and the filming of international films. In the summers, a lot of tourists spend their holidays in Rhodes.

Mykonos

This attraction of Greece is a great way to add fun to your holiday in Greece with striking nightlife, restaurants, stylish bars, top most luxury hotels and riverside nightclubs.This is the Ibiza of Greece. A beautiful island in the Cyclades, which looks just like the postcards: white little houses with flowers and blue windows and doors, hand painted streets, windmills, pigeon keepers, chimneys, lots of little churches and wonderful restaurants and cafes.

Peninsula of Mount Athos

This self-governed state of monks has a history that goes as far as 1060. With almost twenty monasteries and 1700 monks, Mount Athos allows only male visitors or tourist. You can always make it as a destination and enjoy the boat trip around the peninsular region, when holidaying in Greece.Mount Athos is situated in the entire third, eastern and most beautiful peninsula of Halkidiki, called the peninsula of Athos. It is the only place in Greece that is completely dedicated to prayer and worship of God.For this reason, it is called the Holy Mount.The Holy Mount is about 50 Km in length, 8 to 12 Km in width and it covers an area of about 350 square kilometres.

Greek islands

Due to its Mediterranean, Aegean and Ionian coastline, Greece has amazing islands that could cater to your need of sun, sand and adventure in your holiday in Greece. Some of the famous islands in Greek land are Crete, Santorini and Ios. Large numbers of visitors and tourists come to these Greek islands and their port lands to enjoy their Greek holiday. You can go scuba diving, hiking, climbing as well as enjoy many other water sports. The Port lands of these islands also have amazing architecture to soothe you eyes.

Greek Food

Food is an inextricable part of the Greek culture along with its preparation. In this section I will talk to you about the raw materials that are used in order to create the traditional Greek dishes. Local vegetables such as the white aubergine, the cherry tomatoes and the capers of Santorini, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, olives, oranges, apples, watermelons, melons, sweet bananas, figs, plums, pears and the citrus japonica fruit or kumquat transformed into a liqueur and a sweet in Corfu. Greece is the only place where you will find a “frappe”, meaning a cold glass of coffee mixed with sugar and milk served with ice cubes and a straw in every cafe of the country. It would also be a great opportunity to have a sip of some Greek coffee served hot in a small cup without the addition of milk.

Accomodation--

The Olympian Bay Hotel:The Olympian Bay Hotel is situated in one of the most attractive locations of Greece, between legendary Mount Olympus and the magnificent waters of the North Aegean. Our establishment provides 100 acres of lush vegetation and superb gardens, a 1 km (0.6 mile) private sandy beach, and a warm, friendly atmosphere. It provides the perfect setting for relaxed and pleasurable holidays for all ages. We are 102 km (64 miles) from Thessaloniki`s airport, 410 km (250 miles) from Athens, 60 km (38 miles) from Vergina, 22 km (16 miles) from Mount Olympus and 10 km (6 miles) from Platamonas.

Miraluna Holiday Village:Miraluna Holiday Village is located in the picturesque southeast side of the island of Rhodes in Kiotari village, 5 km south of Lardos. The hotel-s rooms, fully equipped with modern facilities, render it the ideal resort for unforgettable holidays both for families and couples. If you wish to enjoy your privacy, Miraluna Holiday Village is definitely the choice of your dreams. The complex is 15 km away from Lindos and 60 km from the airport

Calimera Miramare Beach and Spa:The Hotel offers five types of room doubles or triples, bungalows superior doubles (up to 4 persons) and V.I.P. cottages (3 to 5 persons). Also there are rooms (doubles and triples) for honeymooners and handicapped persons.All rooms are modernly furnished and equipped.