7 the most interesting places in Greece worth visiting
Greece is an extraordinary country. If we were to choose one of the most interesting places in this country, we would have troubles in making the choice, since Greece is the land of amazing natural sites. Not only nature gave wonderful and unique phenomena here, but also a human who constructed remarkable architectural masterpieces in ancient times which fortunately were preserved till present. Greece has many islands famous for their nature, beaches, and ancient architecture. However, we will show all the wonders of mainland Greece in this article. Distances between them are large but high-speed highways allow for quick overcoming the way. So, let’s go looking at Hellas’s impressive places.
Speaking about the best and the most striking beach of the mainland Greece, then of course it’s Porto Katsiki, which is almost on Lefkada island. You can get to the island by car across the isthmus connecting it to the mainland. Porto Katsiki is on the list of top 10 beaches of Europe. And it’s no wonder since this place is unique owing to blue water shining even in cloudy weather and steep and high rocks with beach entrance between them.
You need to go down 100 steps made in the rock to descend to the water. Porto Katsiki is the beach surrounded by the high rocks on three sides, and by high blue waves on the 4th side. The force and power of nature is clearly felt here and it’s even a little spine-chilling. But this place is extraordinary and impressive. Read more here.
There is one town in Greece, which can inspire and fill the soul with colors. Narrow streets with beautiful facades painted in bright colors, neat and elegant shutters and grates on doors. The inhabitants compete with each other for better decoration of their houses. Consequently, everything looks aesthetic, romantic, and inspiring. This town is Levkas on Lefkada island.
Levkas may be a bit compared to Venice. Just on arrival to the town you will be met by a bridge over a narrow canal, in front of which elegant houses stand in one row boasting who brighter is. Coffee shops’ terraces settled in front of them; here you can drink cold Greek frappe. More inspiration here.
Greece is a large country with many islands but even its mainland part is divided by water stripes. The best choice for connecting the two sides is to build a bridge. Rio-Antirrio cable-stayed bridge is 2800 m long and the other side of it sets on Peloponnese peninsula. The drive is paid but it’s interesting to go over such engineering creation. See more here.
Athens is one of the best-known world capitals. It’s famous for ancient architecture called the Acropolis, namely the Parthenon temple. Parthenon the same as the Eiffel Tower in Paris is a must see in many prominent lists. But Athens, apart from the Acropolis, can boast of a heap of interesting places for studying and interesting time spending.
This is a youth capital with vivid nightlife. There are interesting historical blocks, one of which has an outdoor cinema on the roof where you can bring your own food and arrange romantic movie-picnic with the Acropolis on the background. Weekend won’t be enough to see all the interesting things in Athens. But even one weekend will give you unforgettable impressions. See more here.
On the mainland Greece edge, just 50 km from the capital with the Acropolis, there is another impressive place – the Poseidon temple. Poseidon in Greek mythology is the god of water. The Greeks built a sanctuary to him on the land’s edge where the Aegean Sea is clearly seen. Spectacular views open from here, since the temple is located high above water. They say sunset here is one of the most marvelous.
You can see exciting landscapes with unusual flora, beautiful beaches, and small settlements on the hills near the Poseidon temple. It’s like in a movie – very atmospheric. See more here.
Meteora – we lack words to describe this place. You need to feel this, plunge with heart and believe the eyes. The power and majesty of nature which was won by human hands that built a monastery on the high rock with no technologies a few centuries ago.
It’s special sublime atmosphere here – standing high above the abyss, hearing morning birds singing somewhere beneath, and looking at tiny houses on the rock, and somewhere far below a city and valley live – everything spreading before the eyes. See more here.
Olympus mount on the top of which Zeus sat with other gods. Height of the highest point is 2900 m. The mountain that crisscrossed many myths is located in a national park with incredible nature. Snow can be seen on the top even in summer. And if to get a good look you can see the summit as a throne on which Zeus sat.
No wonder the word “Olympus” or “Olympic” is associated with the grandeur and might. Mount Olympus is worth seeing and feeling its authenticity. Read more here.
Thessaloniki is the cultural capital of Greece. There are also old architecture, magnificent squares, and buildings. But Thessaloniki is most famous for its large-scale promenade and installation of umbrellas.
You can walk in Thessaloniki in one of three parts of the promenade watching wonderful sunset, people jogging with their pets, youth sitting on the pier and flying in dreams. You can walk along the streets with taverns in the old block. As well you can opt for shopping in one of the main streets. Thessaloniki is a bright city worth visiting at the weekend. See more here.
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