Leros, the island of Goddess Artemis

The island of Leros is located in the north Dodecanese, a few miles south of the island of Patmos, while in the south is separated by a relatively narrow sea passage with the island of Kalymnos. The geographical terrain is punctuated by small hills and countless bays, with greater the Bay of Lakiou, which is the largest natural harbor in the eastern Mediterranean, and for this reason also Italians in 1932 created there in the main naval base in the Dodecanese. Other major bays are of Alinta, Gourna, Vromolithos, the bay in Partheni, Blefouti and Panteli. The island of Leros is green and in its inside, there is agricultural production, there are countless vineyards, fig trees, prickly, Gkavafes (found only in Leros), crops and many roads are covered with eucalyptus and pine trees. In the beaches, there are plentiful trees that provide shade to visitors. There is even a small river running from the hill Imerovigli and emerges in the Gulf of Gourna. The island is small but has many villages and beaches. The Capital, Platanos, is at east of the island down the mountain Apitiki and the castle of Virgin Mary. Agia Marina is the second largest port and city located in the north only a few minutes walk from Platanos, as well the graphic Panteli in the south.Many beaches are found in Leros, almost for every taste. There are organised, in Alinta, Panteli, Vromolithos and Gourna, Xirokambos, Blefouti, Two Lisgaria. In many beaches, there are taverns and canteens, as well as umbrellas and sunbeds. The most have sand or pebbles. But if you want to explore the island you will find numerous small beaches only for you, especially if you have a boat or you like hiking. There are other small beaches that you will find to Tourkopigado and Vourlidia opposite Panteli. The road after Merkies to the bowl of the port will lead to innumerable small bays and secluded beaches. Leros in recent years has witnessed a good tourism development, the Municipality has made several development projects, as pedestrian walks, restoration of traditional buildings, and biological treatment, and new roads. For many years the Psychiatric and political prisoners formed a position on this beautiful island, but now all that is past and for many Greek and foreign visitors, Leros has become their holiday island. The island has many tourist complexes, hotels, rooms, studios, furnished apartments and a campsite. A very interesting night life, winter - summer, with several bars and cafes, countless options for dining at traditional taverns, restaurants, taverns and ouzo.

Loutra Pozar accommodation and information

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Komotini City

Komotini is a flat city, built in the Thracian plain and the foothills of the Rhodope Mountains at an altitude of 31-55 meters, about 30 km drive from the sea. It is a major commercial, financial and transportation center of Thrace and is located on the railway line Thessaloniki-Alexandroupolis. The population, according to the 2001 census, is 52,659 inhabitants, but that number is growing significantly due to approximately 16,000 students living in the city. Population are both Christians and Muslims living peacefully together. Under previously installed and refugees from Armenia, Greek refugees from Asia Minor and recently from the former Soviet Union.Komotini has many major attractions, including the Archaeological Museum, Byzantine Museum, the Museum Basketry of the Romans and the Museum of CaratheodorI.

Alexandroupolis - A Hospitable City

Alexandroupolis is one of the newest Greek cities. It was founded by the Turks in 1876 as a trading post (despite the fact that it did not have a port) for loading goods on ships destined for Adrianoupolis, which was connected by railway. It took the name Dedeagats, by the name of a Turkish monk who had been buried at that point. Russians engineers drew up the street plan in 1877, when the region was occupied by Russia, in the Russian-Turkish war. The Town, who had collected many Greek residents, came to Greece with the rest of Thrace, of ordering the Treaty of Sevres. Immediately, it took its current name in honor of the then King Alexander, who had visited it when it was just released. The ruins of ancient Traianoupolis are just ten minutes from the eastern exit of town. From the substantial administrative, civil and ecclesiastical center of Thrace, founded by Emperor Traianos in the second century BC, have left few buildings. The municipal park, the picturesque church of St. Eleftherios, the neoclassical building of the Pedagogical Academy and some old houses with typical architecture of the century make up the image of this city. In the old town hall is housed an archaeological collection. The Ecclesiastical Art Museum housed in the spiritual center of the metropolis. The folklore collection E. Philippidou will show weavings, embroidery, sarakatsani uniforms, etc. In the taverns of Alexandroupolis to eat fresh fish and abundant seafood. In Klimataria, in Koutouki of Stavros, in Metaxas, in Mermaid, and elsewhere. The town has a lively nightlife in bars and nightclubs.For swimming you can go to the beach of EOT (Greek Tourism Organization) and to the beaches until Makri. If you have a boat, in the port of Alexandroupolis, there is astation only for water. The supply of fuel is made from petrol stations.

Kastoria hotels - hotels in Kastoria

Hotels and guest houses in Kastoria Kastoria waiting to be explored to stay in the homonym city of Kastoria. Enjoy lakeside Kastoria drink, coffee or food in traditional restaurants of Lake Kastoria and unique coffee bar and enjoy a unique atmosphere!The Professionals in Lake Kastoria waiting to show you their unique hospitality.

Ski Centre of Karpenisi

Roughly 11 km outside from the city of Karpenisi, is found the completely organized and exceptional ski center in Velouhi. More concretely the ski center is found in the plateau Diavolotopos, in altitude 1.800 m. Ski period begins in December and in ideal conditions lasts until May. Thus you can pass endless beautiful hours having fun but also relaxing. The high altitude maintains the snow in very good situation offering the visitors a harmonious picture of nature. The Velouhi Ski Center allocates first category chalet and bar of luxury for those who wish to relax, while for the friends of ski there is a shop for buying ski equipment and shop of renting of modern equipment ski.More concretely there exist for the service and the safety of visitors:· 5 lifts with possibility of service of 5000 individuals the hour· 3 graters· 4 snowmobiles and· 2 vehicles for snow making to slopes.Also, the center allocates 10 floors that oscillate from 1.800 up to 2.040m. The floors allocate bar, while exists also unit of First Aids. Functions moreover, modern faculty ski for the learning of beginners but also the preparation of athletes. The facilities remain open and the summertime, giving the occasion to friends of nature to walk in the paths, so that they enjoy the unforgettable beauty of landscape. For information, call: 22370 - 23506, 21112, 22002

Hiking trails on Mount Olympus

Kythnos, an island ideal for relaxing holidays

Kythnos probably took its name from the leader of Dryops and first inhabitant of the island, Kythnos, although his existence is doubtful. Another possibility is that its name comes from the stem "kyth", which derives from the verb keptho (hide) and refers to the place where one can hide, probably a place with woods, valleys, caves or mines. Recent excavations at Maroulas area have brought to light findings which prove that the island was inhabited during the Mesolithic Period, that is it may have been the oldest settlement of man on Cyclades. In the 13th century B.C., according to Herodotus, the Dryops emigrated to the island, traces of whom are the Cyclopean walls and the temples they have left behind. The Ions were the next to inhabit the island. In the Kinthean Republic, Aristotle refers to the ideal state those peoples had created.During the Persian Wars, Kythnos participates with one trireme and soon after it becomes member of the Athenian Alliance. Later it becomes part of the Roman state and afterwards it is included in the Aegean Theme by the Byzantines. During the Venetian domination it is conquered by the noble Marko Sanoudo and it is called Thermia, because of its hot (therma) spring waters. Then it comes under the rule of the Castelli family and later on the family of Gozadini. It remains under the rule of the family even after the looting of the pirate Barbarossa (1537), because of the peace treaty that was signed between the Turks and the Venetians, while during the Russian-Turkish war it is conquered by the Russians. In 1827, the island is called Kythnos again and takes part in the fight against the Turks. During the reign of Othona, rebels and political prisoners were exiled to Kythnos. In 1862 rebels from Syros came to the island to free the prisoners and clashed with the government’s army at the bay of St. Irini. The outcome of the clash was the repression of the rebels and the death of the rebels Leotsakos, Moraetinis, Scravelis and other exiles. Today, the people of Kythnos are in tourism business, without having abandoned other occupations such as agriculture and fishing. They offer to the visitor the perfect combination of the Cycladic scenery, the crystal clear waters, the local products (meat, dairy products, fruit, vegetables) and the fresh fish out of their own fishing boats.