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Welcome to #Sifnos, one of the most beautiful and picturesque islands of the #Cyclades, in #Greece!

 

#Traditional #settlements, #popular #attractions and the #top #beaches of the #island.

This #summer, Greece, the birthplace of the ancient gods, will offer you unforgettable #moments and strong #emotions! #Exotic #holidays in the Cyclades, the #Caribbean of #Europe! Endless refreshing #swimming, #sunshine and #warm #weather, #relaxation, #picturesque #villages, #delicious #food and unspoiled #nature.

#Paradise on #earth has a name and is located in Greece!

Stay #tuned, as we will get to know the #secrets of Sifnos.

 

00:00 INTRO

00:58 Sifnos island

02:53 #Apollonia, the #capital of Sifnos

03:37 #Kastro, the #castle neighborhood

04:48 #Poulati church

05:08 #Kamares #port

05:45 #Kamares #beach

06:10 #Vathi beach

06:46 #Platis #Gialos beach

07:37 Poulati rocky beach

08:20 #Cheronissos beach

08:40 Sifnos #hiking #trails

08:54 Sifnos #Greek #cuisine

09:07 maps

 

At the end of the #video you will find detailed #maps of the area.

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Music theme: Dimka - Cancao do Mar (Runnismos travel mix)

 

Sifnos: the most delicious Greek island

The Greek island of Sifnos in the Cyclades has the most sizzling food scene in the #Mediterranean right now.

 

On most Greek islands, what hits you first is the light, bouncing off burnished rocks or painting the horizon a fuzzy peach. On wildly beautiful Sifnos in the Cyclades, it's the aroma of orange-and-anise biscuits drifting down whitewashed lanes; pockets of sage and oregano in wind-chiselled valleys; blasts of brine as sea urchins are prised open, orange roe scooped up with salty fingers.

 

In summer, stepping off the #ferry at Kamares, the island's unassuming little port, there is also the unmistakable perfume of sizzling calamari and suntan oil. If it is early afternoon, I stroll along the hot boardwalk to the sandy beach of Agia #Marina and dive straight into the sea. The octopus bruschetta and aubergine chips at the #Isalos beach bar taste even better when I have sand between my toes. As a lilac haze settles over the bay, I toast my return to the island with a cucumber #Margarita.

Sifnos, the island of flavours. Unique traditional villages, organized or #secluded beaches, and 227 churches spread around the island are waiting to be discovered.

A few kilometers away from the town lies the traditional settlement of #Artemónas, famous for its neoclassic mansions and its outstanding panoramic view of the island. Some of the most famous restaurants and patisseries of Sifnos will welcome you here with fresh homemade cookies and hot doughnuts. If you need to spend a relaxing vacation, then Artemónas is the ideal place to book your accommodation.

 

Kastro

The historic settlement of Kástro (meaning “castle”), inhabited since ancient times, is built over the ruins of ancient Sífnos, on an abrupt rock with a breathtaking view of the sea. A beautiful outdoor museum and one of the most picturesque villages in the island, Kástro stands out for its old houses with the wooden balconies, the ancient columns and the narrow courtyards.

 

The visitor still enters the village from "lozies", the castle’s old entrances. In the past, these arcade-like entrances were used as war towers in order to protect the settlement. The houses in the front, built one next to another, used to be inhabited by lower class people, whereas the inner, and more protected part of the settlement was occupied by the upper class. Admire the picturesque little church of “Eftamártyros” (Church of Seven Martyrs), perched on a rock that seems to rise from the sea, and don’t forget to visit the Archaeological #Museum.

Swim in crystal-clear waters.

Whether cosmopolitan or secluded, all the beaches in Sífnos offer to the sun-loving tourists azure waters and sun-drenched sandy beaches. Kamáres, the port of the island, is a sandy beach with trees and beach bars; Platís Yialós is the most cosmopolitan and buzzing beach in the island, whereas next to it lies Vathí, a sandy beach with shallow waters and many tavernas where you can enjoy fresh fish. The rocks in Chrisopigí, where also the homonymous Monastery proudly stands, are ideal for diving. If you’d like to rest under a cool shade, head to the next beach which is surrounded by salt water loving trees. If you find yourself in Kástro, follow down the path to “Eptá Mártyres”, and enjoy a leisurely swim.

Discover the magic of the Peloponnese: Arcadia, the utopia of Greece

When the harmony of nature seems like a #utopia, then be sure that you are in Arcadia. The heart of the #Peloponnese. #Greece.

 

The images you see are an #idyllic vision of the Greek countryside. The world around us takes on mythical proportions here. In the rivers and trees, Fairies and #nymphs are enchanted by the flute of the god #Faunus. In this melodic song of life.

 

In today's episode we will discover the impressive waterfalls of Lepida and the traditional village of Agios Ioannis or Orino #Astros. Untouched and authentic destinations of eastern Arcadia.

 

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The mountainous topography of this Greek province and the sparse rural population made the word Arcadia evolve into a poetic meaning. A version of paradise, though only in the sense that it is the abode of supernatural beings and not an afterlife for mortals.

 

During the Renaissance, #Arcadia was a popular artistic subject, both in the visual arts and in literature, and this name came to be used for any idyllic location or paradise.

 

Our tour starts from the village of Agios Ioannis. It is built amphitheatrically on the slopes of the mountain at an altitude of 725 meters. It has many churches and traditional fountains.

 

While exploring the alleys of the settlement you will immediately feel serenity and the feeling of intimacy, as if you have walked here again. Around you traditional buildings, hospitable guesthouses, taverns with delicious flavors, plane trees and flowers.

 

Saint John of Arcadia or Agios Ioannis is mentioned for the first time in 1435, while its contribution to the Greek revolution of 1821 was significant.

 

A huge surprise awaits you three kilometers south of the settlement! The double #waterfalls of Lepida. Protected area on Mount Parnon with important flora! As you can see, the shots are just breathtaking!

 

The beautiful hiking trail prepares you perfectly for the wonder of nature that follows. Blue #lakes, impressive geological formations and this unique sound of crystal clear waters. The eternal power of flow that acts as a purification for the human soul.

 

Do not hesitate to take a refreshing swim at the cold water, while in the gorge are often organized canyoning descents and rappel.

 

The ideal time to visit is spring and late autumn.

 

Nearby the imposing medieval castle of Oria or Estella which means Star. It is built on a "natural pyramid" that makes it inaccessible, while its reputation is accompanied by legends of beautiful princesses and fierce battles.

 

 

Let yourself wander in the ancient paths of Arcadia filling your batteries with energy, do sports, leave behind all the stress, sorrows and thoughts…

 

On this trip you will feel the certainty that the Nymphs and the God Faunus are still here. Behind the trees, inside the caves and under the waters of the rivers. They protect nature and welcome the passengers.

 

The land of the Peloponnese will reward you richly, as long as you are surrendered to its sweet song. #Paradise has a name and is located in Greece!

 

ARCADIA (Arkadhía), the heartland province of the Peloponnese, contains some of the most beautiful landscapes in Greece. Dramatic hills are crowned by a string of medieval towns, and the occasional Classical antiquity. Beautiful Karítena is a picture-postcard hill town, but the best area of all is around Stemnítsa and Dhimitsána, where walkers are rewarded with the luxuriant Loúsios Gorge. Another hill town, Andhrítsena, attracts archeology buffs with the nearby Temple of Bassae, still spectacular though tented for restoration. En route, if approaching from Trípoli, you may also pass through Megalópoli, both mainly transport hubs.

North of Megalópoli, the best of Arcadia lies before you: minor roads that curl through a series of lush valleys and below the area’s most exquisite medieval hill towns. The obvious first stop is lofty Karítena. Then the route to the northwest winds farther up around the edge of the Ménalo mountains to the delightful towns of Stemnítsa and Dhimitsána, from either of which you can explore the Loúsios Gorge, including the remote site of ancient Gortys and the stunning eleventh-century Ayíou Ioánnou Prodhrómou Monastery (commonly abbreviated to Prodhrómou), as well as additional ancient monasteries on up the gorge. To the west there’s the hill town of Andhrítsena and nearby the ancient Temple of Bassae. Having your own transport is pretty essential here, though there are limited buses from Trípoli and Megalópoli. The hill towns also offer plenty of great places to stay.

Top 10 travel destinations in Greece

Spring in Greece, a wonderful ritual! Nature is reborn and invites us to the ancient dance of the senses. In spring we are in love with life. In love with Greece: top 10 destinations in spring.

Come with me. Into a colorful country. Here, nature activates your five senses! It makes you gaze at an endless view and not get enough. Smell unique perfumes. Taste fresh fruits with a sweet and unsurpassed taste. Listen to nature’s sweet melody. Feel the soft touch of mother Earth.

#Greece #top10dastinations #exoticplaces

 

00:00 Intro

01:34 Chania Crete

02:24 Galaxidi - Delphi

03:04 Thessaloniki - Macedonia

04:02 Kavala

04:49 Monemvasia Peloponnese

05:40 Athens, Attica

06:53 Nafpaktos

07:44 Nafplion

08:34 Hydra island

09:24 Corfu island

 

We start from the beautiful island of #Crete. To the west, stands the colorful old town of #Chania. Irrigated by the local tradition and Italian finesse of the Venetian period. The picturesque harbor looks like a painting. Allow yourself to be carried away by the local hospitality, Cretan flavors and beauty of this place.

#Galaxidi is a small traditional town in the southern mainland, almost 3 hours west of Athens. Old mansions, nostalgic mood, grandeur and splendor from the past, fantastic frames and colorful corners. Here you will spend quality time in an amazing landscape, quite close to the sacred archeological site of Delphi which even today has a special energy.

#Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece and was an imperial metropolis during the Byzantine and Ottoman years. It is located a stone's throw from #Halkidiki, while it is surrounded by important wetlands and lush forests. The rhythm and the aromas of the city will take you on an intoxicating wandering. The promenade of the city, its great monuments, the view from the castle but also the people of Thessaloniki are the ideal guarantee of an unforgettable excursion!

1.5 hour east of Thessaloniki lies meet #Kavala. A raw diamond of Greek Macedonia. Amphitheatrically built, it offers unparalleled views and emotions from every point. The castle, the Imaret Palace, the roman aqueduct, the port and the old town will excite you. Not far from Kavala can be found the sand Dunes of Nea Peramos and #Thassos, an emerald island!

We are transported to the Southern Peloponnese and specifically to #Monemvasia, #Gibraltar of the East! A castle town with vaulted alleys, Byzantine churches and Venetian mansions. Like a living tale starring knights, pirates, and you exploring it! Walk along the sea wall. Stay in the boutique hostels, dive into the blue waters and enjoy the modern comforts and delicious flavors of this special place.

In fifth place is #Athens, the capital of the Hellenic Republic. Someone will think: "but why visit Athens in the spring"? I will not cite arguments to convince you, only images. And the footnote that Athens is a very large city with 50 kilometers of coastline (Athenian Riviera), 2 suburban forests and countless antiquities of unique beauty. So, is it finally worth it?

If you suddenly see the statue of Miguel de Cervantes, then be sure that you are in #Nafpaktos or #Lepanto as it was called in the Middle Ages. In this place, the Spanish writer fought against the Ottomans in the 16th century. The picturesque Nafpaktos will steal your heart! Castles, medieval walls, a small and cute harbor and the view of the new cable-stayed bridge of Rio Antirrio takes your breath away. It is located 2.5 hours west of Athens and you will love it in every aspect!

Did you know that #Nafplio was the first capital of the newly formed Greek state? Romanticism, neoclassical buildings of another era, the island of Bourtzi in an idyllic position, the awesome view from the castle Palamidi and a walk on Arvanitia beach, completes this wonderful spring excursion!

Leonard Cohen knew very well the reason why he chose #Hydra as his permanent residence. This beautiful island of Greece will make you fall in love with it at first sight! Stone and light, earth, sun and sea, houses and colors are intertwined in a cheerful Greek dance that you can not resist. Here the transportation can be done only on foot, by boat or with the traditional donkeys. Hydra is a heroic and cosmopolitan corner of Greece!

And we have just reached the top spring destination! It is #Corfu, the Duchess of the Ionian Sea. An aristocratic place, with a rich history. Nature has been also very generous. Greek blue, lacy shores, Byzantine castles, palaces, Italian air, aromas and flavors, Ionian temperament! What more could one ask for? But of course the Easter atmosphere! During the holy days of Easter, customs and traditions unique in the world such as botides pot throwing are revived on the island.

Athens Riviera: exotic Eden beach, Saronida - snorkeling experience in G...

Welcome to the riviera of Athens, Greece. Feel an exotic experience while exploring the crystal clear waters of Attica and doing snorkeling. Eden beach is located 46 kilometers south of Athens center, in Saronida, Anavyssos. A magnificent protected bay with crystal clear waters, with the characteristic Black Rock dominating, it has been awarded the Blue Flag for 20 consecutive years. At Eden Beach, the heart of cosmopolitan entertainment beats, while gazing out over the beautiful Attica sunset. Snorkeling (British and Commonwealth English spelling: snorkelling) is the practice of swimming on or through a body of water while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped breathing tube called a snorkel, and usually swimfins. In cooler waters, a wetsuit may also be worn. Use of this equipment allows the snorkeler to observe underwater attractions for extended periods with relatively little effort and to breathe while face-down at the surface. Snorkeling is a popular recreational activity, particularly at tropical resort locations. It provides the opportunity to observe underwater life in a natural setting without the complicated equipment and training required for scuba diving. It appeals to all ages because of how little effort is involved and is the basis of the two surface disciplines of the underwater sport of finswimming. Snorkeling is also used by scuba divers when on the surface, in underwater sports such as underwater hockey and underwater rugby, and as part of water-based searches conducted by search and rescue teams. Essential equipment includes the snorkel for breathing, and a diving mask or swimming goggles for vision. Swimfins for more efficient propulsion are common. Environmental protection against cold, sunburn and marine stings and scratches is also regionally popular, and may be in the form of a wetsuit, diving skins, or rash vest. Some snorkellers rely on waterproof sunscreen lotions, but some of these are environmentally damaging. If necessary, the snorkeller may wear a weightbelt to facilitate freediving, or an inflatable snorkelling vest, a form of buoyancy aid, for safety. Underwater photography has grown in popularity since the early 2000s as waterproof cameras became affordable to recreational users. Many snorkelers now carry a waterproof camera with them while they snorkel and may record photographs or video clips and later share them on social media platforms or post them to other websites. This mass of documentation has enormous scientific potential, as millions of tourists are able to cover greater areas than professional scientists whose field-study time is limited. Various citizen science programs have emerged to realize this potential. Thus underwater photographs of natural subjects become database records of geo-located and time-stamped species observations. The observed species may be identified by the contributor or by other website users or team members, depending on the platform. Various protocols for organization and self-directed study for snorkelers interested in natural science also exist. At Réunion island, these approaches have resulted in many new records and even the discovery of new species. Saronida (Greek: Σαρωνίδα) is a seaside resort village and former community in East Attica, Greece. It is part of Athens metropolitan area. Saronida is located on the Saronic Gulf coast, in the southeastern part of the Attica peninsula. It lies on the western foot of the Olympos hill. It is 2 km northwest of Anavyssos, 10 km south of Kalyvia Thorikou and 31 km southeast of Athens city centre. Greek National Road 91 (Athens - Sounio) passes through the town. Saronida is connected to Athens by bus services. Saronida in antiquity was an area of ​​the Attic Municipality of Saronikos that was located on the coast of Trittya, according to the administrative division of Kleisthenos. Today it is a popular holiday community in Southeastern Attica, built on the shores of the Saronic Gulf, in the wider residential complex of Lavreotiki. The area presents significant tourist traffic and has a large number of summer homes due to its long and sandy beach. In recent years, however, more and more people choose it as their permanent place of residence. The center of the community is located in front of the Saronic Sea, at the junction of Sounio and Saronidos Avenues, from where the area becomes accessible. Saronida has an organized road plan that consists of semicircular roads that start from the hill and meet on the coastal road. The name comes from the Saronic Gulf, which overlooks the settlement. #Athens #exoticbeach #Greece #snorkeling #underwater #scuba #diving #saronida #eden

Serifos Greece: top exotic beaches, Cyclades

If you are looking for something essential this #summer, visit #Greece #Serifos. #Cyclades In the southeast corner of #Europe lies a beautiful country! It has thousands of islands and countless exotic beaches. Its inhabitants are the heirs of an ancient #civilization and have customs and traditions that go back in the depths of the centuries. That is why they will welcome you with a big smile, pride and a warm #hospitality! Do you like the video? click like and subscribe to discover #exotic beaches and places! In today's episode we will discover the best #beaches in Serifos and the rare beauty of the island! We are located in the western Cyclades. Serifos was the #island of #Danae and #Perseus, a legendary hero of the ancient Greek world. When you stand high on a rock and get lost in the endless view of the Aegean Sea, you have a unique feeling of fullness. #Greek blue, bright light everywhere, calmness and simplicity. Which gives you the power to become the hero of your own myths! We start with the beach of Agios Sostis. It is located 3 km east of Livadi, which is the port of the island. When you see the beach for the first time you will be excited, while a swim in its crystal clear waters will make you love it. You can get here by car, motorbike or for the more adventurous on foot. The picturesque chapel of #Agios #Sostis stands out. Here you will take endless photos. A big festival takes place here on September 6th and gathers the whole island! The golden sand and the sparkling clear blue waters give a tropical sense to this beach. The tamarisk trees offer natural shade, while the pier below the #church is ideal for diving and playing! On the opposite slope there is nCaved, a sample of bold architecture that combines bioclimatic technologies, automation and modern amenities. Two kilometers north lies Psili Ammos, another heavenly beach in the Cyclades! Desert lilies with all-white flowers, natural shade from clusters of trees, impressive rocks, shallow waters ideal for kids and then there is an impressive deep blue clear sea-bottom! In 2003, this beach, adored by thousands of visitors, was voted as the best in Europe! A fact that you can confirm with your own eyes! #Paradise has a name! It is located in Greece and this summer will offer you everything you need to make it truly unforgettable! For beauty, Serifos is up there with the Cyclades’ more famous islands – but it surpasses them for easygoing charm, which is why Athenians come here. That and the stylish places to stay How do you choose which Greek island to visit? There are thousands, and of course the most famous cannot be the best. For unspoilt beauty, you need a tip-off, and for one that has a little more life, you follow those in the know: the Athenians, and those smart hotel groups who seek out rarefied and spectacular destinations to woo their clientele. That the small and supremely chilled boutique hotel Coco-Mat has chosen Serifos in the western Cyclades is an indicator that this island has something special going on. The eponymous Greek interiors brand behind it makes indulgent but sustainable bedding and furnishings in Xanthi, north-east Greece, from wool, wood and seaweed, and its foray into hotels has a characteristically upmarket but rustic ethos. Not without influence is the influx of arty Athenians who have been short-breaking on Serifos, buying simple village homes and rural villas to create stylish holiday hideaways and bringing this craggy barren outpost a bit of edge. Where the cognoscenti trickle, the businesses that cater to them – the coffee shops, the cocktail lounges, shops selling expensive kaftans rather than retsina – will spring up. You can find a smattering here, but what makes Serifos irresistible, even to those who hate that kind of thing, is that it is incredibly low-key, confined really to the main town, Chora, whereas the rest of the island is as wild and raw as any tiny speck on the map you could hope to unearth. The best-known Cyclades – Mykonos and Santorini, 50 and 75 miles away – are drowning in chichi nightlife, luxury hotels and fine dining, and the tourist numbers to match. But charming, sleepy Serifos, with its unusually dramatic peaked landscape, outshines both, while its lack of an airport deters the crowds. Livadi is the Greece of 80s brochure tourism, a cheerful, taverna-lined suntrap for lollies and beach balls, grocery stores and yachties (of the Sunsail, not oligarch variety). For atmosphere Chora town, which tumbles from a southern hilltop like a lava flow of whitewash, is the place. Hand-painted arrows led us to the attractive square, paved in marble and packed with turquoise tables and chairs.

Live your exotic dream in Greece: Halkidiki - Sithonia

What you have been waiting for so many months is finally here! Exotic holidays in the Caribbean of #Greece! Endless refreshing swims, nice weather and sunshine, rest, relaxation and unspoiled nature. Welcome to the magical world of #Sithonia! #Halkidiki. Greece. The exotic beauties of Greece do not stop making us be speechless as we look ecstatically at the glow of the blue sky and the crystal clear waters of the #sea, which are officially the clearest and most transparent within the European Union. Do you like the video? click like and subscribe to discover unique landscapes and places! Today we will discover some of the most beautiful #beaches in Greece, at the second peninsula of Halkidiki. We start with #Lagomandra beach which has a length of over 1km. It is located about 7km north of Neos Marmaras and 13km south of #Nikiti. The shots you see are indicative of the tropical charm of Halkidiki. And usually when you find yourself walking on the beach, this beauty exceeds all expectations! A pine forest, the golden sand, excellent quality of sea water and sandy seabed. An irresistible combination. The area, despite having a complete tourist infrastructure and #amenities, shows great respect for the natural environment and has not lost its authenticity. Walk along the beach to discover the small cape and quiet corners for carefree swimming. Next stop is the beach of Agios Ioannis. The Greek blue here is dazzling and you will definitely need sunglasses! 2 kilometers south of Nikiti a paradise awaits you! Beach bars, sunbeds and umbrellas, fine sand, clear shallow waters ideal for children and a large car park compose the magic recipe for unforgettable moments during your summer #vacation! And finally the #Koviou beach! Incredible scenery and vivid colors of the Greek land all around you! This small cove will be truly unforgettable! Access is only on foot from the main road or through the hotel entrance. For those who want to combine moments of complete relaxation with spree nights, keep in mind the many #summer parties organized at the beach bars and clubs in the area. When the music and the lights of the night create a dreamy atmosphere! What is your favorite destination in Greece? write a comment! Share this video with your friends. Thanks and subscribe for more videos, unique landscapes and exotic beaches! Sithonia is a place with an intense natural beauty! The pine trees meet the sandy beaches and picturesque fishing villages are located between amazing little bays. You will, of course, need to rent a car and drive around the coast. It can take you some days if you want to relax and discover all its secrets! It is located on the north part of Greece and it is the 2nd peninsula of Halkidiki region and it is a more family-oriented with amazing beaches, one after the other! Thе сlοsеst airpоrt is Mасеdοnia Airpоrt οf Тhеssaloniki, which 80 κm frоm thе bеginning οf Sithonia and another option is the airport of Kavala which is farther away. You will reach Sithonia easily though the mаin rοаd frоm thе сitу οf Тhеssaloniki. And now that we are done with the basics and let’s focus on the beauty of this place! The strong point of Halkidiki and especially Sithonia is its fantastic beaches! Generally, we would say that the west coast is flat and the beaches are close to the road and they are usually sandy or mixed. The south and east are more mountainous and nature there is really impressive. The beaches are less crowded, but just keep in mind that some of them are accessible by dirt roads. Not even in islands, you will find so many dreamed beaches. But let’s go and check them! • Karydi Beach in Vourvourou is a beautiful small beach that can be quite crowded during the peak periods, an enclosed bay that can get quite crowded in summer but is so very pretty, with lots of shade. • Visit Akti Oneirou, where there is Manasú Beach Bar, which has a nice restaurant, bar and some shops Note there that there is a car park that you can use free. • Agios Ioannis Beach is another sandy and appealing beach with modern beach bar. • After Ag. Ioannis beach you will find 5 beautiful beaches, like Akri Koviou, Kalogria, Spathies, Elia and Lagomandra Beach in the row and you can find which one is best for you!

Athens, Greece 4K WALKING TOUR: Glyfada beach

The exotic coast of #Athens, #Greece is full of people enjoying the sunshine and swimming. It is the beginning of January 2022 and Glyfada #beach is offering unique moments to its visitors. Starting from the tram stop Κέντρο Ιστιοπλοΐας / Kentro Istioploias, the #Glyfada #public beach area goes on for another 2.5km heading #south. This stretch is not all entirely beach, there are #marinas mixed in and a few #restaurants and #cafes as well. If you are coming from the center of Athens, the tram is the easiest way to get to the beaches. From #Syntagma square it will take about 40 minutes to get to the Glyfada beach on the #tram. For #visitors to the area, this is a great way to see the #Coast! The public beach in Glyfada is towards the north of the #resort, and is actually two beaches interrupted by a headland with a nightclub and restaurant. Both beaches are long and pebbly, with none of the facilities of the private beaches, but still a stone’s throw from Glyfada’s #shops, cafes and restaurants. The #water is crystal clear at Glyfada Beach and even if the surface is a little gravelly the shore is kept clean. Back from the water’s edge there are softer patches of coarse sand on both beaches where you can lay your towel and put a parasol. Glyfada Kentro Beach This beach is a 5 minute walk from the main #Metaxas shopping street. This beach is popular in the ‘off-season’ for strolling along the waterfront. Because of it’s proximity to central Glyfada, people will pop down and walk along it to add a taste of the sea to their day. There is a newly renovated ‘fish market’ along side of this beach where you will find local fisherman selling their catch-of-the-day in the morning. #Ark cafe bar is located a bit south of this beach and #Nikolas tis #Schinoussas fish restaurant is on the other end. #Asteria #Touristico Beach I call this beach Touristico because it is a small little area located next to a famous Glyfada landmark, the touristiko periptero and Zervas Restaurant. The #city of Glyfada has added some new landscaping to all of the beaches and a few other features like tiki umbrellas, changing rooms and benches are scattered along the coast. Glyfada Beach 3 It is a large sandy beach with pebbles along the shore. There is a kiosk not too far from this beach so you can easily grab your snacks and drinks because there is no longer any cafe open on this beach. The Palmyra Hotel is a block away from this beach area. A well-to-do resort on the Athens Riviera, Glyfada is where Greek tycoons, politicians and foreign oligarchs go for sun, sea and sand a short drive of the capital. To the uninitiated it’s a kind of #Greek #Marbella, with luxury boutiques, snazzy #cocktail bars, a golf course and a string of #private beaches. There’s enough #nightlife, restaurants and shops in Glyfada that you’d only ever need to travel to Athens for sightseeing. But you could also take a look around and see what the neighbouring towns have in store. #Vari close by is known for its gigantic grilled meat restaurants, while #Vouliagmeni has a lovely natural lake that has become a spa resort. This church in Glyfada is small but a joy to behold inside and out. Saints #Constantine and Helen #Cathedral Completed in 1934, it has the #Byzantine tetraconch design (four apses). Over the last decade the interior has been entirely overhauled and the church’s old frescoes have been replaced by brilliant mosaics. These were composed by the artist Vlasios Tsotsonis who has produced Byzantine-style art for dozens of churches not just in Greece but also North America. A special time to be here is on 21 May, when people come to venerate the relics of St Helena, the Empress of the Roman Empire in the 4th century and mother of Constantine. Glyfada’s #streets have been planned like a pedestrian mall: They curve around the bay in concentric semi-circles, while the buildings have multiple levels that can be accessed from the outside on foot and are broken up by passages lined with yet more shops. And if there’s something special you need, or you just want to see what turns up Glyfada has a serious choice of stores for what is a small-ish resort. Gap, H&M, Boss Menswear, Tommy Hilfiger, Zara, Mango, Sephora, Marks & Spencer, Claire’s and Pull and Bear are all here, in between locally owned #boutiques and #design shops. #riviera #lifestyle #summer #holidays #vacation #exotic #places

Athens, Greece 4K WALKING TOUR: Alimos beach

The exotic coast of #Athens, #Greece is full of people enjoying the sunshine and swimming. It is January 2nd 2022 and Alimos #beach is offering unique moments to its visitors. In less than half an hour from the #center of Athens is the beach of Alimos. Its #location and easy access are key factors for which this beach is so #popular with #Athenians. It is the first organized beach in the #southern suburbs. Due to its size, it gives the impression that it is three separate beaches. In fact it is one, but divided into three parts. Alimos beach has clear and cool waters and wide #sandy #coast. It gives anyone the opportunity to enjoy a #swim on hot #summer days without having to #travel long distances. The access is easy from the center of Athens by bus or tram. The size of Alimos beach is such that it covers two tram stations. The first locates at the #Kalamaki station and the second at the #Zephyros station. Of course, you can visit Alimos beach by car too, since you can find plenty of parking areas there. For those who prefer #activities in addition to simply enjoying the sun, Alimos beach is organized with a special area at the back for #rackets. You can also find beach #volleyball courts and a #waterpark for the fun of young and old with water bikes, #canoes and many other kinds of #watersports. If, on the other hand, all you want is enjoy the #sun and the #sea, then the numerous beach bars can offer moments of relaxation on the sunbeds with pillows on the beach, providing food and drink all day. For the safety of the bathers a net is placed in the deep, while three lifeguards stand by along the entire length of the beach. Alimos is a sandy beach with a well-developed infrastructure, located in the suburbs of Athens. The beach is popular with families with children, youth, fans of passive #relaxation. Residents of the #EU and the #Balkan Peninsula predominate among the #guests here. Beach description The surface of Alimos is covered with soft golden sand and small pebbles. There is calm and sunny weather with a small amount of weak waves. On the beach there is a cafe, bar, sun loungers, showers, toilets and trash cans. A confectionery company operates in its vicinity, and bus and metro stops are nearby. Alimos guests are offered the following leisure options: tasting #food and #drinks by the sea; rental of water transport (boats, catamarans); sunbathing on a comfortable sun lounger; exploration of the territory of Greater Athens; Sea sports (water skiing, banana trips, etc.). The beach is located 10 km south of Athens. It can be reached by metro, bus, personal transport or taxi. When is the best time to go? Greece - a country with a long length from north to south, so the recommendations will vary depending on the place where you are going. The #holiday season begins in #May and reaches a peak in #July-#August: there are too many #tourists, and the temperature on the southern islands reaches 40 degrees, which may still not play a role on the beach, but certainly not suitable for sightseeing. So the best time to relax in Greece is the end of spring-beginning of summer or #September-#October. Still, the locals enjoy this #beautiful and #picturesque place all year round. #Bolivar #Nalu #Akanthus #Peñarrubia #lounge #Bikini #CapeSol #Makaw #Aktiiliou

Ellinikon Experience Park: Ένα μαγικό πάρκο στην Αθήνα (Ελληνικό - πρώην αεροδρόμιο)

Ένα καινούριο μαγικό #πάρκο κατακτάει τις καρδιές μικρών και μεγάλων στην #Αθήνα!

Από τις10 Ιανουαρίου το πάρκο συνεχίζει την λειτουργία του προσφέροντας μοναδικές εικόνες από τον χορό των υδάτων και σόου φωτός που κόβουν την ανάσα!

Το #Experience #Park στο #Ελληνικό, ένα πάρκο που έχει δημιουργηθεί για όλους, περιμένει μικρούς και μεγάλους να το επισκεφτούν και να ξεφύγουν από την καθημερινότητα της πόλης. Εκεί θα ανακαλύψουν το συναρπαστικό #σιντριβάνι με εκατοντάδες πίδακες νερού που δημιουργούν μοναδικές #χορογραφίες, τους χώρους υπαίθριας άθλησης, την παιδική χαρά και τον κήπο με τα ελαιόδεντρα, όπου το στοιχείο του νερού και η μεσογειακή φύση κυριαρχούν. Το Experience Park του #Ελληνικού, άνοιξε τις πύλες του για το κοινό και μας καλεί να το ανακαλύπτουμε καθημερινά από τις 17:00 μέχρι τις 22:00. Ένα πάρκο έκτασης άνω των 70 στρεμμάτων, μέρος του #Μητροπολιτικού Πάρκου του Ελληνικού, που θα μεγαλώνει κάθε μέρα για να γίνει το μεγαλύτερο πάρκο της #Ευρώπης. Το Experience Park στολισμένο και γεμάτο λάμψη, προσκαλεί το κοινό στην πιο όμορφη #χριστουγεννιάτικη εμπειρία. Ξεχωρίζουν τα δύο μοναδικά #light installations, που παρουσιάζονται για πρώτη φορά στην #Ελλάδα: το επιβλητικό #Stalactite με ιδιαίτερα φωτεινά μοτίβα που συγχρονίζονται με #μουσική, το οποίο φέρει την υπογραφή των #καλλιτεχνών Christopher Bauder και Boris Divider και το εντυπωσιακό Helios, σχεδιασμένο από την ομάδα της #Algorithm, που δημιουργεί ένα τοπίο γεμάτο φως, κίνηση και ρυθμό. Ιδιαίτερη θέση στο πάρκο έχει και το #Χριστουγεννιάτικο #Δέντρο, ύψους 17 μέτρων, μία σύνθεση από 180 μικρά #έλατα, τα οποία μετά το πέρας της εορταστικής περιόδου θα διατεθούν για αναδάσωση. Γύρω από το Χριστουγεννιάτικο Δέντρο, οι επισκέπτες θα έχουν την ευκαιρία να απολαύσουν υπέροχες γεύσεις από τo Kitchen Lab του Άκη Πετρετζίκη, τον Ηλία Σκουλά, τους LUKUMAΔΕΣ και το ÉSOPHY καθώς και έθνικ προτάσεις από τα ESTEBAN Burrito Bar καιFalafeladiko, σε συνδυασμό με πολλές άλλες εκπλήξεις. Στην περιοχή του Experience Park βρίσκονται και τα τρία υπόστεγα της Πολεμικής Αεροπορίας που είναι χαρακτηρισμένα από το Υπουργείο Πολιτισμού ως νεότερα μνημεία. Ο κ. Οδυσσέας Αθανασίου, Διευθύνων Σύμβουλος της Lamda Development, τόνισε ότι: «Είναι ξεχωριστή η σημερινή μέρα για εμάς. Σε χρόνο ρεκόρ, μόλις έξι μήνες από την απόκτηση του Ελληνικού από την Lamda Development -και πολύ νωρίτερα από κάθε προσδοκία- παραδίδουμε στους πολίτες το πρώτο μας έργο. Είχαμε δεσμευτεί από την πρώτη στιγμή ότι θα παραδώσουμε ένα έργο που θα ωφελήσει όλους τους πολίτες, χωρίς ο φορολογούμενος να δώσει ούτε ένα ευρώ. Τηρούμε αυτή την υπόσχεση. Στη διάθεση όλων, είναι από σήμερα ένας χώρος πράσινου 70 στρεμμάτων με παιδικές χαρές, υπερσύγχρονους χώρους για #άθληση και πλατείες. Ένα μοναδικό πάρκο που θα μεγαλώνει μέρα με τη μέρα για να γίνει το μεγαλύτερο πάρκο της Ευρώπης! Εδώ, τις επόμενες ημέρες, θα οργανώσουμε πλήθος εκδηλώσεων, τόσο την περίοδο των Χριστουγέννων όσο και μετά, στις οποίες καλούμε όλους να έρθουν, να ζήσουν την εμπειρία και να κάνουν το Ελληνικό μέρος της ζωής τους. Το Experience Park είναι η αρχή του ταξιδιού». Το Πάρκο ανοίγει τις πόρτες του από σήμερα το απόγευμα και προσκαλεί το κοινό να το ανακαλύψει, καθημερινά, από τις 17:00 μέχρι τις 22:00. Η είσοδος είναι #δωρεάν και η πρόσβαση γίνεται από τη Λεωφόρο #Βουλιαγμένης, πολύ κοντά στη στάση #Μετρό Ελληνικού. Για την διευκόλυνση των επισκεπτών έχει δημιουργηθεί χώρος ελεύθερης στάθμευσης στο Πάρκο. Επιπλέον, παρέχεται δωρεάν μετακίνηση μέσω shuttle bus από το Μετρό Ελληνικού. Για την ασφάλεια των επισκεπτών τηρούνται οι σχετικές διαδικασίες και συστάσεις που θεσπίζονται από τις αρμόδιες υγειονομικές αρχές. «Το Experience Park έχει στον πυρήνα την έννοια της #Συμβίωσης, δηλαδή την ικανοποίηση των αναγκών τόσο του ανθρώπου όσο και της φύσης, ώστε και οι δύο “κόσμοι” να είναι υγιείς και να αλληλοσυμπληρώνονται σε ένα πλαίσιο αρμονικής συνύπαρξης, εξασφαλίζοντας έτσι τη μελλοντική ευημερία του πλανήτη. Βασίζεται στις αρχές που από το 1999 πρεσβεύει το γραφείο μας, της #Οικολογίας, της #Βιοφιλίας, και του Σχεδιασμού για τον Άνθρωπο. Έχουμε επενδύσει όλη την εξειδικευμένη μας γνώση και εμπειρία, και όλη μας την #αγάπη, στον σχεδιασμό αυτού του Πάρκου.» Το Experience Park έκτασης 75 στρεμμάτων, περιλαμβάνει πάνω από 500 δέντρα και 50.000 φυτά, τέσσερις #πλατείες, και τέσσερα διαφορετικές περιοχές πρασίνου. Το πάρκο διατηρεί στον μέγιστο δυνατό βαθμό τα όμορφα στοιχεία του #αεροδρομίου, τόσο τα φυσικά όσο και τα δομημένα, δημιουργώντας ένα πλαίσιο διαλόγου, ανάδειξης, και ανακάλυψης των επιμέρους χαρακτηριστικών του. Είναι Σχεδιασμένο για τον Άνθρωπο, #προσβάσιμο σε όλους με χώρους κατάλληλους για όλες τις ηλικίες, και με γεωμετρίες που καλλιεργούν την επαφή μεταξύ των ανθρώπων. Η μοναδικότητα του έργου, είναι εμφανής από τη διαχείριση του εδάφους, το οποίο διατηρείται και εμπλουτίζεται για να γίνει πιο γόνιμο, ενώ τα φυτά και τα #δέντρα παραμένουν και συμπληρώνονται με ιθαγενή που φανερώνουν την ομορφιά της Αττικής φύσης.

Visit Greece this Summer | Exotic moments in the Greek Islands

#Greece is an exotic country in southeastern Europe with thousands of #islands throughout the Aegean and Ionian seas, ideal for unforgettable summer #vacation. Influential in ancient times, it's often called the cradle of Western civilization. #Athens, its capital, retains landmarks including the 5th-century B.C. #Acropolis citadel with the #Parthenon temple. Greece is also known for its #beaches, from the black sands of #Santorini to the party resorts of #Mykonos. Welcome to Greece. #Hedonists rejoice! Greece is ancient sun-bleached ruins piercing blue skies, the balmy Aegean lapping an endless coastline and a culture alive with passionate #music, wonderful #cuisine and thrill-seeking #activities. Cultural Treasure The roots of Western culture are in Greece. Step into the ring where Olympians first competed. Climb steps hewn out of stone to #Meteora’s monasteries, perched atop towering rocks. Contemplate the oracle’s insights from the grandeur of #Delphi, take in a starlit drama at an ancient outdoor theatre and be stunned by massive marble sculptures dredged up from the Aegean. Greece has endless cultural pursuits and a calendar bursting with #festivals, #holidays and exhibits. Wildly Natural Whether you're a serious adrenalin junkie or dedicated beach bum, Greece delivers. Days melt from one to the next under wide open skies and a sea speckled with islands fringed with the white-sand, pine-tree shade beaches of your dreams. Wander along cobbled Byzantine footpaths, hike up #volcanoes, watch for #dolphins and sea turtles, and cycle through lush forests. Meander through olive groves, idyllic villages and petrified forests. Thrill seekers will discover world-class kitesurfing, wreck diving, and rock-climbing locations with dizzying views. Or simply hop on a boat and set sail into the glittering blue beyond. Local Flavours The core ingredients of Greek cooking are often found in the chef's garden. Feta and olive oil are universal across the country, but unique regional produce and cooking styles make travelling here a culinary adventure. Taste herbs and mountain greens you've never heard of, mussels steamed in ouzo, bread baked with olives, and fish straight from the sea. Taste-test crumbling feta, honeyed soft cheeses and sharp, hard rounds. Find Italian influences in risottos and pastas and Turkish spices woven into delicate sweets. A traditional-cooking renaissance has chefs lifting time-honoured recipes to new gourmet heights. Socially Spirited Socialising is more than a pastime in Greece – it's a way of life. Cafes overflow with youngsters gossiping or older locals in heated debate. Restaurants are filled with long tables for big gatherings and friends amble arm in arm down the street. Squares are the focal point, where life unfolds collectively. Immerse yourself, whether it's a coffee, a shot of ouzo, a chorus on the bouzouki or a local celebration. Greeks are passionate and live life to the fullest, even at the most difficult times. The result is a country seemingly riddled with challenges, yet full of people loving life. #Hydra Idyllic island getaway, convenient to Athens and the #Peloponnese, with picturesque harbor, casual beaches, enticing coastal hikes, and no cars (but plenty of donkeys). #Nafplio Greece's first capital and finest midsized town, with a cozy port, an elegant Old Town, a cliff-topping fortress, and energetic street life; handy to nearby ancient sites (#Mycenae and #Epidavros). #Olympia Birthplace of the Olympic Games, with stunning temple ruins, a still-functional stadium, and an intimate museum of ancient masterpieces. #Monemvasia Greece's #Gibraltar-like fortress on an imposing rock peninsula jutting out into the sea, blending Venetian and Byzantine charm, traffic-free cobbled lanes, and million-dollar views. Delphi Mountainside draped with the Sanctuary of #Apollo and other once-grandiose structures, where ancients came to consult the oracle. Mykonos Quintessential (and very popular) Greek isle with postcard-perfect whitewashed village, old-fashioned windmills, and pulsating nightlife; ruins on nearby #Delos mark the birthplace of Apollo and a once-mighty shipping center. Santorini Romantic island destination built on the remains of a volcano crater, renowned for cliff-clinging white villages punctuated by blue-domed churches, volcanic black-sand beaches, and spectacular sunsets. Mycenae Legendary mountaintop palace/fortress with iconic Lion Gate, massive beehive tomb, and mythic links to the Trojan War. #Mani Peninsula Remote, rustic region with dramatic hill towns, spectacular caves (Pyrgos Dirou), and breathtaking jagged coastlines.