Eresos, Lesvos: the picturesque birthplace of Sappho the Lesbian | Greec...

Welcome to #Lesvos and specifically to the beautiful #Eresos, a special village in #Greece. Eresos is the #birthplace of the #ancient #poet #Sappho the #Lesbian. Wonderful sea waters, #quality #food, #relaxation and #culture in the birthplace of the "10th #Muse". A #travel #destination that brings together #visitors of all kinds! #Video Chapters: 00:01 intro 01:10 Skala Eresos 06:00 Eresos beach 08:25 Eresos village 09:01 #maps Eresos and its harbor, #Skala Eresos, are places that have been inhabited since ancient times. From here was #Theophrastus, one of the 7 #sages of antiquity. Eresso was also (probably) the birthplace of Sappho Lesbia, the great #lyric poet of antiquity who praised love (and) between #women and who gave birth to a global term for #homosexual love (lesbian). The poet whom #Plato described as the "10th muse". This is one of the reasons - more of a reason - that Skala Eresos has been attracting for decades #gay women from all over the world who come here for #summer #vacations, while in #September the Eresos Women's #Festival is an important event. This year's will be held from September 10 to 24. In Eresos you will not see mass #tourism but you will see #travelers of all kinds. Families who choose it for the beautiful beach and affordable accommodation. But also "alternatives", young people, people looking for #meditation holidays thanks to the #Osho Afroz Meditation #Serendipity #Center and - as in #Lesbos in general - friends of good food. It is so developed in terms of infrastructure that you don't miss anything, but in a vintage way that recalls more relaxed times of the Greek summer. It is no coincidence that one of the few summer cinemas in the Greek islands still operates in Skala Eresou. #Cine Sappho (no surprise about the name). We don't need to say much about the endless #beach of Skala Eresou. It is more than 3 kilometers long. Its central part is the most organized, as we go to the right we encounter less people and a #nudist beach. Like its sand, its waters are quite dark, but don't let that fool you. They are spotlessly clean and quite cold, an ideal source of coolness on the days of even the worst heat. Its waters are deep enough, for those who prefer to be in the water from their towel in a few seconds, it is the best possible choice. #Sights A walk in the #village of Eresos is worth it to admire the #traditional #architecture and the beautiful square. The small #archaeological #museum in Skala has in its collection findings from the classical, #Hellenistic and #Roman periods. There is also archaeological interest in the Vigla hill where the #acropolis of ancient Eresos was. There are preserved pieces of pre-Hellenic walls, a small Roman tank and ruins of medieval turrets. On the left side of the beach, where there is a small harbor and the chapel of Panayouda, a series of modern #sculptures inspired by Sappho have been placed. These are works by important Greek sculptors, such as Thodoros Papagiannis, Giorgos Chouliaras, Kyriakos Rokos and Loukas Loukidis, which were created in the context of a sculpture #symposium that took place in the summer of 2006 in Eresos. Another example of the harmonious coexistence of the ancient, the traditional, the modern and the different in this rather underrated corner of the #Aegean. Food - #Drink We have to say that in general the food on Lesbos far exceeds the average, having the additional advantage of very good prices. As an example only, we recommend the Aegean for those looking for home-style cooking and a wonderful view. In Soulatso you will eat fresh fish and seafood. You will also have a nice fish meal and ouzo drink at #Sardellas, which really knows how to cook fish properly, small and large. Sam's Winery in the village of Eresou is the choice for those who love it as here the flavors are traditional Greek but also Middle Eastern, thanks to the Lebanese owner. Finally, for a drink, the timeless choice is #Parasol, a beach bar with #Caribbean decoration and #atmosphere in Skala. Do not neglect to visit it, even if you are in Eresos only for a bath. It is now almost an attraction of the island. And since you're here, try the #cocktail that looks like a mojito but has boiled figs instead of sugar. Nearby #excursions The picturesque #Molyvos is probably the most famous tourist #destination of Lesvos. What you should definitely not miss and which is not more than half an hour from Eresos is the Petrified Forest in #Sigri and its museum. The second largest #Petrified #Forest in the world (after that of Arizona, USA) is a spectacle of unique beauty created by volcanic activity 20 million years ago and in itself a reason to make Lesvos unforgettable.

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

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.

Εκδρομή στον Υμηττό: πανοραμική θέα και ηλιοβασίλεμα από την Ηλιούπολη - 4K walking tour

#Αθήνα: απεριόριστη μαγευτική θέα και ηλιοβασίλεμα από το όρος Υμηττός στην τοποθεσία #Πανόραμα Ηλιούπολης( #Αστυνομικά), στην νότια ζώνη της Ελληνικής πρωτεύουσας. Μια φανταστική βόλτα στο βουνό όπου κυριαρχούν οι ησυχία και οι ήχοι της φύσης. Η #Ηλιούπολη είναι από τα ομορφότερα #προάστια της Αθήνας! Βρίσκεται δίπλα στο βουνό, απέχει 10 λεπτά από τη #θάλασσα, και προσφέρει εξαιρετική #θέα στην #Ακρόπολη. Η περιοχή έλαβε το όνομα της αρχαίας αιγυπτιακής πόλης Ηλιούπολη (Πι-Ρα το αιγυπτιακό της όνομα, πόλη του Ρα, θεού του ήλιου). Και πραγματικά πρόκειται για μια τοποθεσία με ηλιόλουστο προσανατολισμό και απεριόριστη θέα από τα περισσότερα σημεία. Ενώ το κλίμα της είναι από τα πιο υγιεινά για τον άνθρωπο. Η Ηλιούπολη βρίσκεται στους Β.Δ. πρόποδες του βουνού «#Υμηττός». Ο Υμηττός είναι ένα απλό μακρόστενο βουνό με μήκος 20χλμ. και πλάτος 6χλμ. Από γεωλογική άποψη ανήκει στην Αττικοκυκλαδική ζώνη και τα πετρώματά του περιέχουν ασβεστόλιθο, σχιστόλιθο και μεγάλες μάζες μαρμάρου. Το κυριότερο γνώρισμά του είναι τα πολλά σπήλαια και βάραθρα που έχει. Η φύση είναι ιδιαίτερα φειδωλή μαζί του σε νερά και δάση, αλλά η θέα του μοναδική. Ο Υμηττός ήταν ξακουστός από την αρχαιότητα για το περίφημο μέλι του. Ο Παυσανίας στα «Αττικά» του τον αναφέρει ως το βουνό «όπου οι μέλισσες βρίσκουν την πιο κατάλληλη τροφή». Οι αρχαίοι ονόμαζαν τον Υμηττό "κήπο του Άδωνι, που θεραπεύει κάθε αρρώστια με τα βότανά του και του οποίου οι άνεμοι και τα νερά δίνουν στους Αθηναίους μνήμη και καλλιφωνία". Θαυματουργές θεραπευτικές ιδιότητες απέδιδαν οι παλαιότεροι και στα νερά των πηγών του Υμηττού, μια παράδοση που έχει διατηρηθεί μέχρι των ημερών μας. Από την αρχαιότητα μας έρχεται η παρακάτω παράδοση που αφορά την ευχέρεια λόγου που είχε ο Πλάτωνας: «Ο Πλάτων είχε συνδεθεί στενά με τον Υμηττό, γιατί, σύμφωνα με τον βιογράφο Ολυμπιόδωρο, οι γονείς του τον πήγαιναν εκεί νεογέννητο, για να θυσιάσουν στον Πάνα, στον Απόλλωνα και στις Νύμφες. Ενώ κάποια φορά ο πατέρας του θυσίαζε και το μωρό κοιμόταν μέσα στις κοντινές μύρρινες με το πυκνό φύλλωμα, ένα σμάρι μέλισσες, από αυτές που φτιάχνουν το μέλι του Υμηττού, αφού κάθισαν στα χείλη του, άρχισαν να βομβούν, προμαντεύοντας την ευγλωττία του Πλάτωνα». Τα νότια προάστια της Αθήνας σάς καλούν σε ένα ταξίδι με φόντο γαλάζιο - γιατί εδώ το καλοκαίρι δεν τελειώνει ποτέ. Σε απόσταση αναπνοής από το κέντρο της Αθήνας, το αστικό τοπίο δίνει τη θέση του σε ένα μοναδικό θέρετρο. Ολόκληρη η νότια πλευρά της Αττικής είναι προικισμένη με υπέροχες αμμουδερές παραλίες, βραχώδη κολπάκια, πλούσια φύση που σε συνδυασμό με το ιδανικό κλίμα σάς κάνει να νιώθετε πως βρίσκεστε σε διακοπές. Η βόλτα στα νότια προάστια ξεκινάει από το Φάληρο και φτάνει μέχρι το Σούνιο. Θα συναντήσετε παραθαλάσσιες συνοικίες και οικισμούς που είναι γεμάτοι πειρασμούς για στάσεις: Άλιμος, Γλυφάδα, Βούλα, Βουλιαγμένη, Βάρκιζα, Λαγονήσι, Σαρωνίδα, Ανάβυσσος και άλλοι μικρότεροι που προσφέρονται για βόλτα, ψώνια, και φυσικά, βουτιές. Σε αυτή τη γωνιά της Αθήνας σάς περιμένουν γαλαζοπράσινα νερά, οργανωμένες #παραλίες και ορμίσκοι με βράχια για βουτιές. Παραλίες βραβευμένες με γαλάζιες σημαίες, όπως η Eden Beach στο Μαύρο Λιθάρι, η παραλία της Αναβύσσου, της Βάρκιζας και του Αστέρα Βουλιαγμένης, τα Κοχύλια στο Λαγονήσι και πολλές άλλες, απλώνονται στα πόδια σας. Πεντάστερα θέρετρα με σπα, η Εσπλανάδα δίπλα στο κύμα, φοίνικες, θαλάσσια σπορ, ιστιοπλοΐα ακόμη και γκολφ στη σύγχρονη Λέσχη Γκόλφ στη Γλυφάδα σάς προκαλούν να τα ανακαλύψετε. Ψαράδες που φέρνουν την πιο φρέσκια ψαριά σε ταβέρνες και γκουρμέ εστιατόρια, μπαρ και κλαμπ με άψογο ντιζάιν μοιράζονται μαζί σας τις ωραιότερες εμπειρίες της Αθήνας. Οι πιο πολλές και καλά οργανωμένες μαρίνες της περιοχής βρίσκονται στο Φλοίσβο, στο Φάληρο-ΣΕΦ, στον Άλιμο, στη Γλυφάδα και στη Βουλιαγμένη. Ενώ, μια κοντινή μοναδική εμπειρία εν πλω είναι η διανυκτέρευση αρόδο κάτω ακριβώς από τον ναό του Ποσειδώνα στο Σούνιο, ειδικά όταν έχει φεγγάρι. Στην άκρη της μοναδικής αυτής ακτογραμμής, θα συναντήστε το Σούνιο, όπου θα μπορέσετε να θαυμάσετε το ναό του Ποσειδώνα - από τα σημαντικότερα ιερά του αρχαίου κόσμου και σπουδαιότερα αξιοθέατα της Αθήνας. Η ενέργεια της τοποθεσίας είναι μοναδική και έχει εμπνεύσει μύθους κατά την αρχαιότητα. Από εδώ πήδηξε ο βασιλιάς Αιγαίας, νομίζοντας λανθασμένα ότι έχασε το μοναχογιό του Θησέα από τον φοβερό Μινώταυρο μέσα στον Λαβύρινθο. Μπορείτε να απολαύσετε τη νυχτερινή ζωή της Αθήνας, συγκεντρωμένη εκτός από το κέντρο της και σε αυτή την πλευρά της: στον Άλιμο, στη Γλυφάδα, στη Βουλιαγμένη και τη Βάρκιζα, τα υπέροχα παραλιακά μπαρ γεμίζουν κόσμο, που απολαμβάνει το ποτό του, χορεύει μέχρι το πρωί και δημιουργεί τις καλοκαιρινές του αναμνήσεις. Στην Αθηναϊκή Ριβέρα υπάρχει πάντα η αίσθηση του καλοκαιριού. #αθηναϊκήΡιβιέρα #walkingtour #asmr