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Greece is a heavenly place with beautiful views and an unforgettable atmosphere! In Greece, celebrities are very fond of relaxing (in particular, on the islands), for example, Liz Hurley, Brad Pitt, Beyoncé, Monica Bellucci and others.
Tourists, packing their bags to Greece, think about visiting the Parthenon (the most beautiful temple of the ancient world), Venice, the most picturesque place – the island of Santorini. Greece is able to provide entertainment for travelers for every taste.
This is a unique country that allows you to combine a beach holiday with excursions to famous places that are world attractions. And what kind of cuisine is here … Lovers of delicious food will definitely appreciate it!
If you do not have a clear plan for where to go in Greece, take note of these 10 places – they are considered the most beautiful in Greece! Captivating at first sight.
10 Lindos
Lindos – an ancient Greek city in which time flies by unnoticed. Walking around the city with magnificent views of the sea is impossible otherwise! The city is located on the coast of the central part of the island of Rhodes, on the east side.
The streets in Lindos are mostly narrow, with turns, interesting entrances to houses – as a rule, they lead steep steps lined with pebbles, mostly white buildings. From the parapets surrounding the city, beautiful views of the bays open up!
Lindos has small beaches, but even from a height you can see how clear the water is. Swimming is a pleasure! Coming here, be sure to visit the Acropolis. It is worth considering that in this town there is a terrible heat – bring sunscreen with you and dress appropriately.
9. Spinalonga
This ghost island has a spooky history and is now used as part of a tour. Until recently Spinalonga It was a leper colony where sick people with leprosy or leprosy were brought. By the way, the Greeks even filmed the series “The Island” on Spinalonga.
The island has no territory as such – literally from all sides it is a dilapidated fortress, on the walls of which waves break. The place from afar looks quite futuristic – there are no beaches, a pedestrian shore – only walls rising from the water.
Rumor has it that for a long time they did not want to open a cafe here, and until today there is not a single mirror, as in the days of exile. People looked pretty bad – they hardly needed mirrors. Being in Spinalonga is a little scary, especially when you study history and feel the atmosphere.
8. Monasteries of Meteora
Monasteries of Meteora – a great place where you feel like a bird in flight! Mostly people come here because of the passionate desire to visit the Meteora Nature Reserve. The nature here is very beautiful, you can’t take your eyes off it!
Rocks up to 600 m high were formed here 6 million years ago, and according to scientists, they were the rocky bottom of the prehistoric sea. The name “Meteora” comes from “meteorizo”, which means “floating in the air”.
Today Meteora Monasteries is the pearl of Greece, thousands of tourists and pilgrims from all over the world come here. According to information received from scientists, the first stone of one of the future monasteries was laid by the hermit Barnabas in 950. There are stunning views and an interesting history of the place – definitely worth a visit.
7. Nafplion
Nafpilon – the first capital of Greece, which will impress you with amazing streets with no less amazing fortresses. This city itself is a landmark of the Greek Peleoponesse.
Nafpilon attracts tourists with a picturesque embankment, old houses, squares – no doubt the town deserves attention! Walking around the Greek town, you want to take pictures of every street, you should definitely go to one of the restaurants and try the fish – it is expected to be very tasty!
The city is small, you can see a lot of tourists. Early summer and late spring are the best times to visit. Everywhere in Nafplion, flowering trees and shrubs, many shops and cafes – in general, it is very cozy, the atmosphere of a resort town reigns here.
6. Mykonos
Picturesque, beautiful and simply stunning island Mykonos invites everyone to take a walk along it, enjoy the views and replenish their energy. Mykonos has an unforgettable atmosphere, predominantly Cycladic architecture reigns here.
Arriving in Mykonos, it is impossible to take your eyes off the beauty: against the backdrop of the blue-blue sea, snow-white houses rise here, churches with red-blue domes, giving the island a special flavor. Along the coast there is a promenade along which you can walk.
By the way, there are a lot of cafes with tables in the open air – you can enjoy the comfort and read a book. From the promenade, you can see the area of the old port of Hora – magnificence! The population of the island is approximately 10 people – they all live off the developed tourism.
5. Fortress in Rhodes
Traveling to this place is fraught with dangers – just what attracts sophisticated travelers. Fortress in Rhodes – one of the highest points of the island, from the castle you can watch everything from a height of more than 110 m above sea level.
Unlike other castles, access to the Fortress in Rhodes is ennobled – any tourist can come here and walk. Entrance is free, which is attractive to travelers. The spirit of Ancient Greece and a little bit of chivalry “hovers” here.
The views of the mountain where the fortress is located are no less amazing than, respectively, the fortress itself and the view of the sea. The church was built by the Knights Hospitaller to gain protection from enemies. Upon closer inspection, you can see that the fortress is in a deplorable state, but this does not negate its attractiveness.
4. Likavit
Likavit – a mountain located in Athens. Tourists offer to explore Athens from this place. From the mountain you can see the whole city. In general, Athens is a city that is all made up of hills, all of them are beautiful in their own way and are diverse.
Geographically, Likavit is located in the central part of the city. “Wolf Hill” – this is how the name of the mountain is translated from Greek. By the name, you can guess that it is associated with wolves. Indeed, wolves lived here, and the inhabitants of Athens avoided this place.
Climbing to the top of the mountain is not easy. A funicular leads to it, but you have to walk to it (about 800 m of stairs up the street). If you do not really count on your own strength, take a taxi. The most important thing here, for which tourists overcome obstacles, is an observation deck overlooking the surroundings of Athens.
3. Santorini
Santorini – the most beautiful island with unforgettable views. Here, attractive architecture, delicious food – people come here with great pleasure on their honeymoon trip. From the views of Santorini, the heart stops!
This island is an example of how nature can perfectly coexist with the work of man. It is unlikely that you will want to miss the Church of the Virgin Akathist on the central square of Oia and not light candles in it for relatives. Sometimes it is closed.
On the narrow streets of Oia there is a large concentration of taverns and shops – you can buy souvenirs for loved ones. Walking around Santorini is a real pleasure – walking and taking pictures along the way. Blue and white views are very pleasing to the eyes of travelers.
2. Acropolis in Athens
Walking in Athens is a great joy, especially when you are heading for Acropolis! This is the hallmark of Greece, which has historical value and is the property of the planet. If you go here in the summer – keep in mind that the heat is unbearable, bring water with you.
The territory of the Acropolis is 300 hectares – it will take a long time to walk here, but the walk is a pleasure. Tourists are advised to have water and a snack with them, because there are no cafes and shops here. However, there are vending machines with drinking water at a low price on the territory.
The territory of the Acropolis is huge – the most memorable, perhaps, is the theater of Dionysus, the statue of Athena and the Parthenon. Staying here, you wonder with admiration: “How could people of those centuries build such an unimaginably beautiful thing?”
1. Plaka
Plaka – a very beautiful and cozy place. If you love Greece, you should definitely visit this place. A stunningly beautiful place with a view of the Ayu-Dag mountain, the sea, the park below. If you look back, you can also see the palace, which once belonged to Princess Gagarina.
You can get to Plaka only through the territory of the Utes sanatorium, and the entrance is not free, which should be taken into account. Due to the close location of the Acropolis, Plaka has become a place where most of the guests stay and relax.
The local beauties include small cozy squares, remarkable museums, the Metropolitan Cathedral, as well as many places where you can have a bite to eat and spend time comfortably. The most interesting part of the area is the upper reaches leading to the Acropolis, where there are many stone houses with tiled roofs.