In the film, My Big fat Greek Wedding, the father of bride kept telling one and all that every word in the English language can be traced back to Greek. He was not wrong as most of the times, this notion holds true.
Located in south of Europe, Greece features on the southern end of Balkan Peninsula. On the north, it has Bulgaria, Albania and Macedonia, and to its west is the Ionian Sea. Turkey is to the south of Greece. It is one of the most popular places to visit in Europe and ranks 15th in this regard.
Climate wise, a tourist would find Athens the best as it is known to be the sunniest place in Europe. Rainfall occurs in winters which range from mid-October to mid-April. Winters are mild too. So you can travel to Greece whenever you feel like.
Sightseeing is brilliant in the country but what will enchant you more is the food. Food here is known to be made of fresh fruits and vegetable. They do not believe much in ready-to-eat food stuff and you will find that most of the food is cooked in Olive oil. It is truly delicious and healthy. With a huge variety, it will serve everyone's food palette. Things one must look out for are the ancient art of pottery and coins.
With the food taken care off, you must go out visiting. You must make sure to cover most of the islands. And it won't come as a surprise if you are in awe of all the gorgeous antiques you get to see! When visiting Athens, you get to see and experience the evolution of Greece from the Neolithic period to the modern times. You get to visit many archaeological sites here.
Mikonos is a gorgeous island in Greece which one just cannot miss! Here you must visit the Naxos and Naxos Chora. Naxos Chora is the capital of Naxos Island and is known to be one of the most beautiful Cycladic hamlets in Greece. You will find Venetian and Cycladic elements in the architecture throughout this place.
Parikia is the capital of the Paros Island. Here you can visit the 17th century Venetian castle. The entire housing around the area is painted white and blue giving it a different feel and charm. You will find quaint little shops, homes and cobbled paths to walk about here. This place lends an old world charm.
The island of Corfu is the centre of history and myth for the people of Greece. It is home to the folklores of Poseidon and Odyssey by Homer. There are two castles that protect the island of Corfu and you must visit them.
Once you have your itinerary set, you must chalk out your accommodation plans. In Greece you can live at the Armonia Hotel in Athens. If you like, you could go in for apartments too. They are easily available and are quite cheap but safe. So enjoy your stay in Greece and take a lot of pictures to show off to friends and family later.
Located in south of Europe, Greece features on the southern end of Balkan Peninsula. On the north, it has Bulgaria, Albania and Macedonia, and to its west is the Ionian Sea. Turkey is to the south of Greece. It is one of the most popular places to visit in Europe and ranks 15th in this regard.
Climate wise, a tourist would find Athens the best as it is known to be the sunniest place in Europe. Rainfall occurs in winters which range from mid-October to mid-April. Winters are mild too. So you can travel to Greece whenever you feel like.
Sightseeing is brilliant in the country but what will enchant you more is the food. Food here is known to be made of fresh fruits and vegetable. They do not believe much in ready-to-eat food stuff and you will find that most of the food is cooked in Olive oil. It is truly delicious and healthy. With a huge variety, it will serve everyone's food palette. Things one must look out for are the ancient art of pottery and coins.
With the food taken care off, you must go out visiting. You must make sure to cover most of the islands. And it won't come as a surprise if you are in awe of all the gorgeous antiques you get to see! When visiting Athens, you get to see and experience the evolution of Greece from the Neolithic period to the modern times. You get to visit many archaeological sites here.
Mikonos is a gorgeous island in Greece which one just cannot miss! Here you must visit the Naxos and Naxos Chora. Naxos Chora is the capital of Naxos Island and is known to be one of the most beautiful Cycladic hamlets in Greece. You will find Venetian and Cycladic elements in the architecture throughout this place.
Parikia is the capital of the Paros Island. Here you can visit the 17th century Venetian castle. The entire housing around the area is painted white and blue giving it a different feel and charm. You will find quaint little shops, homes and cobbled paths to walk about here. This place lends an old world charm.
The island of Corfu is the centre of history and myth for the people of Greece. It is home to the folklores of Poseidon and Odyssey by Homer. There are two castles that protect the island of Corfu and you must visit them.
Once you have your itinerary set, you must chalk out your accommodation plans. In Greece you can live at the Armonia Hotel in Athens. If you like, you could go in for apartments too. They are easily available and are quite cheap but safe. So enjoy your stay in Greece and take a lot of pictures to show off to friends and family later.
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