Nature of Greece - national parks and reserves for active recreation
Greece is a country with one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. The terrain consists of rocks and mountains separated by densely populated valleys, as well as numerous islands, bays, grottoes, and straits. The highest peak of the country is the legendary Mount Olympus. According to myths, the gods and heroes of ancient Greece lived there. There is a national park at the foothills, which is one of the most picturesque in all of Greece. Hundreds of species of different animals live on its territory; its flora is also incredibly rich. The reserve is very popular among tourists. Therefore, the territory is equipped with signposts and camping areas for hikers.
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The wonderful climate, the history full of events and the antique heritage influenced the mentality of the Greeks. These people prefer to live today. …
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The park, which differs from other reserves, is located on the island of Crete. Vai vegetation is represented by the famous Cretan date palms; they make up a forest with a total area of more than 200 hectares. This palm forest is one of the largest in Europe. The park has the famous palm beach, which is one of the local attractions. On the outskirts of Vai, you can see a medieval monastery built in the 15th century. On the island of Rhodes, you should definitely visit the Petaloudes nature reserve, which is also called the Butterfly Valley. During summer months, a huge number of butterflies gather in the park. They literally cover the entire landscape, creating an amazing dreamlike atmosphere.
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National and city parks of Greece
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Anatolikis Makedonias kai Thrakis' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Limnis Kerkinis' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Oroseiras Rodopis' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Pindou' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Schinia Marathona' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Tzoumerkon-Peristeriou kai charadras Arachthou (Zoni III)' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Ygrotopon Amvrakikou' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko limnothalasson Mesolongiou – Aitolikou' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko ygrotopon ton limnon Koroneias - Volvis kai ton Makedonikon Tempon' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko parko dasous Dadias - Lefkimmis - Soufliou' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Anatolikis Makedonias kai Thrakis' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Limnis Kerkinis' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Oroseiras Rodopis' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Pindou' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Schinia Marathona' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Tzoumerkon-Peristeriou kai charadras Arachthou (Zoni III)' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Ygrotopon Amvrakikou' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko limnothalasson Mesolongiou – Aitolikou' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko ygrotopon ton limnon Koroneias - Volvis kai ton Makedonikon Tempon' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Ethniko parko dasous Dadias - Lefkimmis - Soufliou' . On the map Photos
Famous places and sights of Greece
Melissani Cave
From the series “Fantastic and Colorful Caves Inside the Earth”
In Greece on the island of Kefalonia is a unique Melissani cave, one of the most romantic and beautiful in the world. In the cave is a lake of the same name, the main feature of the cave is a huge hole in the ceiling through which bright daylight penetrates the underground world. A beautiful legend about the nymph Melissini is connected with the cave and the lake. The nymph was secretly in love with the god Pan. And when he rejected her love, she lost the meaning of life and drowned in the cave lake.
Scientists believe that the cave was formed about 20000 years ago, due to the erosion of rocks. During one of the earthquakes, the upper part of the cave collapsed, giving way to daylight. It stains the crystal clear waters of the cave lake in bright azure color and makes the walls of the … Read all
Scientists believe that the cave was formed about 20000 years ago, due to the erosion of rocks. During one of the earthquakes, the upper part of the cave collapsed, giving way to daylight. It stains the crystal clear waters of the cave lake in bright azure color and makes the walls of the … Read all
Elafonissi Beach
From the series “Top 15 Most Romantic Beaches on Earth”
In search of the most romantic beach of Greece you should go to the island of Crete, near the coast of which is a miniature island of Elafonisi. It is on its territory that the eponymous beach is located. It is among the most romantic beaches of the country. Elafonisi is perfectly visible from the coast of Crete. It is not necessary to hire a boat to get to the island. The beach here is so shallow that you can wade from one island to another.
Among the main features of the unique beach we should mention the purest sand of a pleasant pink shade, that received its non-standard colour due to the smallest fragments of shells. With the pink sand covering the coastal zone of the island, a tragic legend is associated. In April 1824, at the height of the war with Turkey, several hundred local … Read all
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Among the main features of the unique beach we should mention the purest sand of a pleasant pink shade, that received its non-standard colour due to the smallest fragments of shells. With the pink sand covering the coastal zone of the island, a tragic legend is associated. In April 1824, at the height of the war with Turkey, several hundred local … Read all