Greece is undoubtedly one of the most preferred
destinations for those who love beaches, the sun, soft sand and vivid
landscapes. In fact, a lot of families visit the country on a regular basis,
claiming that every trip to Greece leaves them wishing for more. And is it any
wonder?
Who can resist cool breeze that ruffles your hair, the
tantalising aroma of fresh grilled fish and the rich taste of authentic Greek
Red Wine? Travel enthusiasts bear witness to the magnetism of this beautiful
Mediterranean destination, and the natives can’t fathom a life without Greece.
If you have set your mind on holidaying in Greece this
season, here are some spots you should definitely include in your itinerary-
* Crete:
The largest island in Greece is definitely worth 3-4 days of your travel
period. Explore the beaches leisurely, you will simply fall in love with the
numerous blue-domed churches which are so characteristic of Greece. We strongly
recommend you try scuba diving in Crete, as this island offers a variety of
diving opportunities- cave diving, night diving and deep diving.
Myrtos Beach, Kefalonia: Myrtos Beach is famous for the hues that the ocean has here. The different shades of blue and turquoise perfectly sync with the white sand filled with pebbles of marble stone. It has steep mountains on the coast line from the top of which you can have breath taking views. Voted as the best beach in Greece for 12 times, it has very rare beauty that you cannot forget for a long time
Santorini:
Santorini is an island known for its spectacular sunsets, great views and
houses that are all white-washed. This place is on a volcano that is still
active. It is one among the group of Greek islands called the Cyclades. You cannot
afford to miss the Fira, the capital city of this island which has structures
and culture that are a mixture of Cycladic and Venetian architectures. Its
streets are made of cobblestone and are always buzzing with life because of the
hotels, shops, cafes and taverns with some of them located even at the edges of
cliffs which are at a height of 400 meters above the sea level.
Athens:
Athens is the capital city of Greece and is one of the oldest city in the world
with its history recorded from around three thousand four hundred years. It
stands as an evidence of the ancient Greek philosophies and arts. It houses 148
theatres for performing arts which no other city in the world has. These are
often glorified by world-class performers. Athens also has many open air
cinemas which give you a unique experience of watching movies while savoring
the fresh air. The city has fine transportation facilities which were improved
during in 2004 when the Summer Olympic Games were hosted here.Apart from these, Athens is a hub of archaeology and houses some of the
greatest museums in the world like the National Archaeological Museum, the New
Acropolis Museum and the Museum of Cycladic Art. Also, the visit to this city
is incomplete without viewing the Parthenon.
Delphi:
The Delphi theatre is next to an ancient oracle located in the town of Delphi.
Built on a hill, it is very ancient and can accommodate 5000 people at once. It
is one of the important sites of the Greek religion and speaks a lot about
the architectural skills of the ancient Greeks. The tourists can have a view of
the sanctuary and the beautiful landscape below from here.
Greece is a great place to visit especially in the summer
where you can escape from the heat by relaxing in the cool beaches. A visit to
this country also satisfies your hunger if you are a history lover. So, do not
hesitate to Apply for your Visas today and plan for a trip to this great
country.
Come
and witness the Greek culture and the hospitality of the Greeks as they greet
you 'Kalimira'...................