Top sigths of Greece
Aphrodite Temple, better known under the name Parthenon, is considered the main historic landmark of Athens. The building has a miraculous construction from an archaeological point of view. Built in the 5th century BC, Parthenon consists of numerous columns and looks very light weighted at a glance. There is another important landmark nearby – the Erechtheion that was constructed in the 5th century. Many centuries ago a beautiful palace stood on the site of the ancient temple. According to a legend, the dispute between Poseidon and Aphrodite took place at that palace. The territory around the Erechtheion is decorated with beautiful statues, the most famous of which are Caryatid sculptures. One of the statues was brought to the British Museum in order to keep it in safety. … OpenChapters of the guide to Alonissos Island
Cultural excursion through Alonissos Island - things to see
Despite its size and recent building, Patitiri has a museum with reach collection of exhibits. You can find it in a beautiful gorgeous stone building on the South side. The private Mavrikis Folklore Museum is opened from 11 from 7 pm. There are various exhibits. You can see many works of local artisans, traditional costumes, weapons, items connected with sea and sailors and also a lot of items found during the … Open
Top hotels with reviews
The famous ecological hotel Ikion Eco Boutique is located in one of the oldest buildings in the capital. It's ready to offer guests stylish rooms with modern amenities and many original works of art. Design in blue and white colors is emphasized by accents of the national culture. This eco-friendly hotel is sure to please adherents of a healthy diet. The Greek restaurant located on its territory cooks all the meal … Open
Attractions and active leisure
You don’t have to undergo a diving training to admire the underwater world. It is easy to find a secluded place for snorkelling on the beaches of Alonissos. You can rent a snorkel, a mask and flippers on the island. You can swim with a mask on a beach close to Patitiri. Marpounta Beach is perfect for snorkelling too. If you love pebble beaches, be sure to visit Megalos Mourtias. Vrisitsa and Vythisma are nice … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Souvlaki is not the only meat dish you can try on Alonissos. Be sure to try moussaka, a layered dish with eggplants, potatoes, ground meat and bechamel sauce. This sauce is also added to pastitsio, a pasta dish with ground meat. Paidakia, lamb chops, is a very delicious dish too. You should definitely try local dolma, grape leaves stuffed with meat. Cured pork louza, tefteli and loucanico sausages are tasty Greek … Open
Traditions and mentality of Alonissos Island
Alonissos is filled with festive and relaxed atmosphere. Greeks believe that the most important thing is to get the most of life. You will never meet workaholics here. Siesta plays an important role in Greece. Try to plan your day from 2 to 5 o’clock. Almost all the cafes, shops and public places are closed during the period of siesta. Locals sleep at home or sunbathe during this time, they try to gain … Open
Travel guide to Alonissos Island
Family travelers are also in love with Chrisi Milia Beach. The name of this sandy beach literally means “the Golden Appletree”. This area has a flat bottom and is rather shallow. Moreover, waves are rare there. Tourists, who crave for some romantic atmosphere, usually enjoy relaxing on Leptos Yialos. This beach is located in the bay with the same name. The coastal area looks incredibly attractive with crisp … Open