Region of Central Greece

In the heart of Greece, where breathtaking mountains meet gorgeous beaches and wild rivers flow into the peaceful sea, where nature meets civilization and ancient history finds the modern world, there lays the Region of Central Greece.
The land of rich contradictions, intense excitements and unexpected experiences.
The place where someone can wander among legends, stroll into great history and eternity in its archaeological sites, achieve serenity and reflect upon the richness and depths of faith in its well-hidden religious treasures, come across its pure nature and experience its warm hospitality.

Viotia

Eternal Emotions
#culture #mountain #snow #religious monuments #agritourism

A breath away from Athens, lies the prosperous land of Viotia, surrounded by a stunning natural environment. Ancient monuments, treasures from the byzantine period, snow-covered mountain slopes and cryptic coasts, from a magnificent setting, known as the legendary crossroad of gods, heroes and oracles.

Visit
The Archaeological Museum of Thiva |Chaironea| Krefsidos’ Acropolis |The Medieval Castle of Livadia |Plataies |Tanagras’ Museum |The valley of the Muses at Thespies| The Martyric village of Distomo |The Gardens of Aliartos |The Orchomenos Springs |The Monastery of St.Loukas |The Church of Panagia Skripou |Evaggelistrias monastery

Do
A walk in Livadia |Paragliding at Kithairona |Skiing at Parnassos Ski Center |Alternative activities at Parnassos National Park |Swimming at Aspra Spitia, Antikira, Aliki, Agios Vasileios, Agios Nikolaos and Saranti beaches

Enjoy
The unique hospitality of Arachova Village| Souvlaki at Kria of Livadia| The delicious trout at Orchomenos | Formaela cheese from Parnassos |The wonderful wines of the Thevian land’s vineyards

Evia

A Four Seasons Destination
#seaside #touring #culture #health and wellness #agritourism #religious monuments

Evia is the whole of Greece in one island. A unique world, full of natural surroundings, rich vegetation, clear blue waters, therapeutic springs and cultural heritage. From North to South, from Aidipsos to Karystos, Evia offers outstanding experiences with the beautiful island of Skyros holding a special place.

Visit
The tidal phenomenon at the Euripus Strait in Chalkida |The ancient temple of Artemis at Avlida| The ancient theater and the museum at Eretria. /The relic of St. John, The Russian, Ioannis o Rossos at Prokopi |The Dragon Houses “Drakospita” in Southern Evia |The wetlands at Istiaia and Distos’ lake| The beautiful forest at Steni| The house of George Papanikolaou , the “test pap” inventor, at Kimi| The island of Skyros with its famous ponnies

Do
Swimming in one of the 120 beaches| Trekking in the canyon of Agali and Dimosari| Climbing one of the 40 labeled mountaineering paths |Canoe- kayak at Manikiati| Surfing in the northern coast of Evia| Bungee jumping at Chalkida’s Bridge| Kitesguru at Pefki. Sailing around Evia island |Horse riding in Agia Anna, Kamatriades, Psaropouli, Pei and Konistres| Mountain bike in Dirfi

Enjoy
The therapeutic springs of Aidipsos| Ouzo and sea food at every seafront of Evia| Lobster spaghetti in Skyros| Homemade “Goglies” or “Kourkoubines” in south Evia| Karystias’ goat meat| Trout at Kampia| Olives and olive oil, honey, figs, cherries and great wines all over the island| The sunset in Marmari

Evrytania

An Authentic place to live
#touring #snow #mountain #culture #religious monuments # agritourism

Wild and proud, friendly and genuine, Evrytania stands tall through centuries. Its exquisite natural environment is the source of life and inspiration. Historic monuments, monasteries and churches untouched by time, impressive mountains, dense forests and picturesque villages compose a fairytale world.

Visit
The Museum of National Resistance at Korychades| The Museum of Viniani| The folk Museum of Mikro and Megalo Chorio| The Tsatsos’ Museum in AgiaTriada|The Kafadari museum in East Fragkista| The historic sites at Kefalovryso and Kokkalia| The Katsantonis Cave at Agrafa| The monasteries of Proussos, Tatarna and Domianoi

Do
Skiing at Velouchi Ski Center| Rafting at Tavropos, Achelloos and Trikeriotis rivers| Trekking in Mavri Spilia and Torno’s paths| Canyoning at the Bouzonikos and Pantavrechi canyons| Paint ball in Viniani Village| Mountain bike and jeeping in the routes of Kaliakouda and Chelidona mountains| Horse riding in the Valley of Karpenissiotis River

Enjoy
The view of Kremasta lake from Episkopi or Tsagkaralona| The warm hospitality of the small guest houses or the luxurious hotels| Walks at the picturesque alleyways| The unique “Forest festival” during summer| The alpine gastronomic pleasures, such as the special prosciutto of Proussos and the delicious sausages of Karpenissi | Feta cheese and other dairy products, such as the famous “Tsalafouti”| Tsipouro, fir tree honey and “Velouxi” mountain tea

Fthiotida

Pleasures in the center of Greece
#health and wellness #touring #culture #agritourism #seaside #religious monuments

A natural link between South and the North, Fthiotida is the hub, the center of Central Greece. It is where the impressive coastline reaches mount Oiti and the long Greek history stands proud and unchanged. Generously gifted by nature with therapeutic springs and great mountains, rich in flora and fauna, Fthiotida is the ideal destination.

Visit
The Castle of Lamia| The Archeological Museum| The statue of Leonidas and the Historical Information Centre of Thermopylae| Τhe Monument of Athanasios Diakos in Alamana| Τhe Kakogiannio Planetarium School (Asteroscholio) The Byzantine Castle and Museum of Ypati| The Natural History Museum of Oiti| The Gorgopotamos Bridge| The Church of Panagia Archondiki and the Agathonos Monastery

Do
Outdoor activities in the national Park of Oiti| Swimming in Maliakos Gulf and the numerous beaches from Glyfa to Theologos. Shopping in the city of Lamia.

Enjoy
The therapeutic Spas of Ypati, Thermopyles, Platistomo, Kallidromo, Kammena Vourla, Paliovracha and Kaitsas| View from Saint Loukas hill in Lamia and the squares of Pavliani| The famous “Katiki” cheese from Domokos and the rest dairy products of Lamia|Delicious sausages from west Fthiotida| Hard shelled peanuts.

Fokida

Beautiful contrasts
#Culture #mountain # religious monuments #touring #seaside

Harsh and Doric but still warm and hospitable, Fokida features a distinguished, endless beauty of an ever changing geomorphologic scenery. Explore the ancient paths of history, wander among breathtaking monument and admire the stunning contrasts surrounded by the greatness of the land of Fokida.

Visit
The Archeological Museum/ The Temples of Apollona/ The Sanctuary of Athina Pronea/ The Oracle at Delphi| Delphi Theatre / The Mycenean Tomb /The Castle of Amfissa| The Cathedral with the exquisite frescoes Priest Loukas’ | The Sotiros Byzantine church in Amfissa| The Panagia Varnakova Monastery in Dorida.

Do
A walk to the Charmaina’s old Tanneries| Swimming at secret beaches from Agios Minas at Desfina to Chiliadou and Trizonia. Skiing at Parnassos Ski Center| Trekking and mountain climbing at Portes and Sykia.

Enjoy
The Delphi Scenery with the unique traditional Olive Grove of Amfissa| The warm hospitality in the small villages of Parnassos and in the picturesque village of Galaxidi| The delicious “kontosouvli” in the numerous traditional taverns| The virgin olive oil and the tasteful olives of Amfissa| The dairy products of the Mountainous side of Fokida.

 

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