Samaria Gorge
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Over a quarter million tourists walk this 10 mile canyon on the island of Crete. The gorge was formed by the river that used to run through it. The scenic trek with guides takes about 4 to 7 hours through forests of ancient pines and cypresses and rocky walls. Click the next ARROW to see the next image!
Mount Athos
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This mountain and peninsula in northern Greece houses 20 Orthodox monasteries and around 1,400 monks. What makes it even more interesting is that women and female domestic animals are not allowed there. And every day, only 100 Orthodox and 10 non-Orthodox males are allowed to visit and stay for 3 nights. Click the next ARROW to see the next image!
Lindos
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This medieval village on Rhodes Island is famous for its whitewashed houses, cobbled streets, beaches, and the acropolis of Lindos. This citadel that looms over the village contains the ruins of the Castle of Lindos, Church of St. John, and Staircase of the Propylea, among other historic buildings. Click the next ARROW to see the next image!
Mystras
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Here you will find amazing ruins amid a beautiful landscape. The site used to be the capital of Peloponnesus during the Byzantine Empire in the 14th and 15th centuries. It was still inhabited until the Ottoman period, but was abandoned in 1832 leaving a deserted city with impressive architecture and design. Click the next ARROW to see the next image!
Delphi
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Built on a hill, this 4th century theater gives visitors a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape and the valley below. It was home to the sanctuary and oracle of Apollo, as well as a site for plays, musical events, and poetry readings. The 35 rounded rows could seat up to 1,500 spectators. Click the next ARROW to see the next image!
Meteora
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A collection of 6 monasteries sit on top of several rock pillars in Meteora (which means ‘suspended in the air’). Construction of the first monastery began in the 14th century. The monks deliberately made the access to the monasteries difficult, requiring large nets and long ladders to haul up people and goods. Click the next ARROW to see the next image!
Myrtos Beach
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Seeing this piece of paradise in person will make you understand why it was voted several times as the best beach in Greece. The breathtaking blue of the sea beautifully contrasts with white smooth pebbles on the beach and the lush green foliage in the background. It is truly a picture-perfect tourist attraction. Click the next ARROW to see the next image!
Mykonos
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The whitewashed steps lanes, the postcard-worthy Cycladic town, and sandy beaches are some of the reasons why tourists flock to this cosmopolitan destination. The other drawing attraction is the diverse and vibrant nightlife, giving it the nickname of ‘the Ibiza of Greece’. It is also the location of the great legendary battle between Zeus and the Titans. Click the next ARROW to see the next image!
Santorini
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Who hasn’t thought about the charming white and blue buildings on this volcanic island when making a list of Greece’s top attractions? Aside from stunning sunsets and dramatic views, the architecture, tavernas, shops, cafes, and hotels attract tourists from all over the world to the cliff side picturesque villages of Santorini. Click the next ARROW to see the next image!
Acropolis
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No visit to Greece can be complete without seeing the acropolis of Athens. This citadel houses the remains of some of the most significant historical structures, such as the Parthenon, temple of Athena Nike, and Erechtheion. One cannot help but think of the greatness of Greece when looking at these magnificent ruins, evidence of its glorious past.