The historical European and Grecian capital had its first settlement in the Neolithic age and since then, has been the target of a succession of conquerors who all wanted to possess her. Its strategic position (8 km inwards Bay of Phaleron) that’s an inlet of the Aegean Sea and its north-south demarcation by mountain basins… Read the full article
Greece Travel Guide You Need At Every Step
Even if you have never been to Greece you still have a soul connection with it. After all this is the place where western civilisation was born and Aristarchus of Samos made the first solar map with the sun at the centre. The land that has sprouted the fundamentals of mathematics, astronomy, literature, music and culture deserves more than a simple visit.
Its contribution to the intellectual capital of the world deserves to be revered and mulled over. It’s easy to get bewitched in Greece while exploring the volcanic sculptures of Santorini and the white sands of Kamari and Perivolos beach resorts. It’s simple to lose yourself in sensational parties in Mykonos super glamorous resorts in Corfu and lagoons and sand dunes of Crete.
But when you awaken from the pursuit of pleasure your soul will be stirred by the Venetian village captured in time (Palea Perithla) and the site where the book of Revelation was penned (Patmos in the Dodecanese). The Acropolis of Athens… the ruins of Delphi… the splendour of the Olympia tell their own stories… challenging the intellect as well as all the senses.
The world owes its healthiest cuisine (Mediterranean) and the first chewing gum (Masticha) to Greece. The country has so many facets and layers to it that coming unprepared will rob you off its most precious sights. For Greek demonstrated fully “knowledge is power”.
Arm yourself up with this extensive guide to Greece and all its attractions and facilities. Start exploring the country with this article: Fascinating Greece and its tourism.
Alternatively go through the articles that follow and discover each amazing aspect of Greece including its major cities, attractions, hotels, dining, nightlife, shopping and more…
How To Get Around Santorini Easily & Cheap
Getting to the capital town Fira From The Airport The Santorini/Thira international airport is located at the northern part of Kamari village. Fira is the capital Town of Santorini Island and Fira city centre is located north west of the airport at a distance of around 5 kilometres. Santorini airport is well connected with other… Read the full article
Chania Tourism (Greece): A Complete Guide
Crete’s second-largest town Chania lies along the northern coast of Crete and commands a sizeable portion of the tourist flow that comes to Greece. Natural beauty, an amalgamation of cultures, wine and gastronomy and the pleasant contrast between the old town and the new town of Chania are some of its selling points. The Old… Read the full article
How To Get Around Athens Easily & Cheap
Getting to the City There are two major ways to reach Athens. One is by flight from various parts of the world and another way is to take a cruise from UK, USA etc. There are direct flights as well as connecting flights (via Europe) from USA and Canada. The major operators are American Airlines… Read the full article
Greece Weather: Everything You Need To Know
Greece Climate Geographically Greece is a unique country consisting of around 6,000 islands in the Aegean Sea and the Ionian Sea. Out of these only 227 islands are inhabited. Greece has the world’s eleventh longest coastline (13,676 km). The country is mostly mountainous and located at the melting pot of Europe, Asia and Africa. These… Read the full article
Traditional Greek Food & Cuisine You Will Love
Greek cuisine is the quintessential Mediterranean cuisine and this makes it the most “in vogue” cuisine form in the world. This is a vegetables and meat based cuisine with bread only used as a side dish. Even the desserts shun an overabundance of sugar using nuts, honey, filo pastry and fruits instead. If you are… Read the full article