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ACHLADA (Village) GAZI
Tel: +30 2810 811255
The Municipal District of Ahlada is 23 km away from Heraklion.
It is a mountainous area at an average altitude of 189m. The settlement of Ahlada
which is situated on top of the hill that dominates Agia Pelagia, is a model of
a farming settlement. In spite of an interesting old part and the astonishing
view, a shift of the productive activity of the inhabitants towards the coastline
of the Municipal District has been noted.
Τhe entire area is characterized by smooth hills where olive groves
are dominant while at the bays of Agia
Pelagia and Lygaria
there are sandy beaches for swimming and tourism activities are dominant. The
sea and the morphology of the ground on the hills are deemed to be the most significant
factors of the district, which has resulted in the upgrading of the tourist product
provided. Agia Pelagia, Lygaria, Palaiokastro
are deemed to be amongst the most beautiful tourist areas of our Municipality
which attracts thousands of tourists, Greeks and foreigners every summer and they
have been developed into resort centers.
ACHLADOKAMBOS (Village) ARGOLIS
Achladokampos is an amphitheatrical village with stony houses, 35km
away from Argos. This is where
Argolida and Arcadia
County are linked.
Achladokampos was once the larges among the villages. Now, it still
retains its ‘supremacy’, as there are many well-maintained houses
a large church, a school, a nice square and a building with hot bath.
At the foot of Partheni
Mountain Range were once many wild pear-trees. It is said that Achladokampos
was named after them (Achladi=pear). At least, this is one version. The other
says that the village was named after the olive trees. Specifically, when a Turkish
aga came in view of the plain full of olive trees, he exclaimed ‘Ach! Ladokampe!’
(Ach= exclamation, Ladokampos= plain with olive trees).
On the whole, Achladokampos is a village based on cattle raising.
The locals still maintain old customs and they are ready to enjoy themselves by
organising feasts on Trinity Sunday and Pentecost.
(text: Alexis Totsikas)
This text (extract) is cited March 2004 from the Prefecture
of Argolis tourist pamphlet.
ADELE (Village) ARKADI
Tel: +30 28313 41011, 41030, 41023
Fax: +30 28313 72125
ADENDRO (Village) THESSALONIKI
Tel: +30 23910 31208, 32020
AETOS (Settlement) TRIKALA
The elders remember it with the name Dovroi which means "fine place".
The distance from the national road of Trikala
- Arta until the
today's village is small and its altitude reaches the 700 m. Northwards and eastwards
is surrounded by tall, steep and rocky mountains.
Westwards there is the long ridge which begins from the Stayros mountain,
comes down steeply to the location of Paliokoromylia and continues downhill till
the Mill of the Kokkinos torrent. Southerly of the passage the plain land of Loggas
is shaped.
Benchmark of the village's communal life is the paving, capacious,
central square with the traditional cafe and the historical churches of Panagia
and Agia Paraskevi. At the entrance of the village there is the stone school,
which however today due to the lack of students remains closed. The few permanent
residents are occupied mostly with the cattle-breeding and occasionally with the
fishing and hunting. However, during the summertime everything lives up and at
the revelry of Agia Paraskevi for two days the village celebrates and the celebrators
revive the traditional customs of the region.
This text is cited September 2004 from the Community of Neraida URL below, which contains image
AFRODISSIA (Settlement) CHIOS
Aphrodisia is named after Goddess Aphrodite. It is a mountainous village
built in a forest full of spring waters, offers a great view of the Pelinneon
mountain to the east. the local church of Aghios Mamas is celebrated in a traditional
way on September 2nd.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains images.
AGARYONES (Village) LEMNOS (LIMNOS)
Tel: +30 22540 51289
We do not know if the village called Agariones is the one mentioned
as Arioni in the monasteries' documents of 1355 or the one referred to as Kariones
in the codes of Pantokratoros
Monastery. Anyway, the Monastery
of Pantokratoros seemed to have had a significant property in region: The
farmhouse of Ano Chorion, the Monastery of Christ's Metamorphosis and a tower
called Alexopyrgos. This tower was built in honour of the founder of Pantokratoros
Monastery, Alexios Komninos or Alexios Strategopoulos.
This text (extract) is cited May 2003 from the Lemnos
Provincial Government tourist pamphlet (1997).
AGATHONISSI (Island) DODEKANISSOS
Agathonisi is the north most islet of the Dodecanese
island complex.
The coast configurations of the island are quite impressive. There
are many beautiful and windless bays as are: Hohlia, St. George, Poro and Maistro
as well as their small promontories.
The surface of the islet is comprised of rocky and barren hills. Areas
appropriate for agriculture are very few indeed. The vegetation cover is poor
and bushy. The tree cover is sparse and the varieties are mainly olive, carob,
almond, fig and prickly pear.
Fresh water springs do not exist except for a few wells with brackish
water. Water for the inhabitants is collected by way of rainwater cisterns that
are filled by water carrying tankers in times of drought.
The island of Agathonisi was named Yetousa in ancient times. According
to contemporary researches today's name is the result of an etymological mistake
from the plant from which the name is derived “Agathonisi”, i.e. Island
of the Thorns.
A few ancient relics that were found on the island allow us to surmise
that Yetousa was inhabited from ancient times.
The island was probably finally inhabited permanently in the middle
of the 19th century by settlers from Patmos and Fourni. There is a witness of
there being established on the island some five or six families in the year 1895.
Today the population of the island is 112 people. After the incorporation
of the Dodecanese to the
rest of Greece, the island fell
under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Patmos
of the province Kalymnos,
with the name of “Agathonisi” or Gadaros-“Donkey” (because
the shape of the island resembles a donkey galloping towards the river Maiandros).
In 1953 it became a separate community and has remained so until today.
The oldest settlement is Megalo
Chorio- “Big Village” with 80 inhabitants. The village has been
built in such a way so that it is not visible from the sea, thus protecting it
from pirates. Built in the same way and for the same reason is Mikro Chorio -"Small
Village" with 15 inhabitants. The third and newest settlement is St. George with
15 inhabitants and is found in the innermost part of the bay from which its name
is derived. Both the bay and the village were named under the church of St. George
found there which also happens to be the parish church of the island. There are
also five chapels built in various places on the island.
The quiet life on the island, the calm, the hospitality of the locals,
the cleanliness of the beaches and the fresh fish which a visitor is able to enjoy,
since the cooking is done according to traditional recipes, all make Agathonisi
an ideal place for those who wish for quiet holidays away from the hustle and
bustle of the main tourist routes.
Manolis Makris, ed.
This text (extract) is cited February 2004 from the Dodekanissos
Union of Municipalities & Communities pamphlet.
AGDINES (Village) ISTIEA
It is a village built in a thick forest of pine trees on a mountain.
The drive from the main cross-roads to the village is enjoyable even to the most
demanding visitor. Perennial plane trees, pine trees, flowing streams and the
Aegean Sea, which lies in
the background, leave the visitor speechless with astonishment. The region is
ideal for the fans of hiking.
Τhis text is cited May 2003 from the Municipality
of Artemissio tourist pamphlet.
AGIA ANASTASSIA (Village) DODONI
Tel: +30 26510 84701
AGIA EFIMIA (Village) KEFALLONIA
Aghia Efimia is situated at the eastern part of the island and it
is an exceptionally picturesque village with rich vegetation. At its port ships
from the opposite coast (Sterea
Ellada) put in. Aghia Efimia is developed as far as tourism is concerned and
offers every possible amenity to the visitor.
This text (extract) is cited January 2004 from the Assoc.
of Local Authorities of Kefalonia & Ithaca tourist pamphlet.
AGIA EFTHYMIA (Village) PARNASSOS
Tel: +30 22650 67205, 67400
AGIA ERMIONI (Settlement) CHIOS
The road past Karfas
continues along bushes of scented mastic and thyme, passes the Plaka, which was
a large vineyard area during the Genovese period and reaches the area of Agia
Ermioni. This is a very old site, sea sprinkled settlement of historic Votes (former
boat shelters and now summer cottages) on the shore and the picturesque chapel
of Agia Ermioni built in 1754. Here we see the Mantraki (the small marina) embraced
by jagged rocks, where the fishermen find refuge from the mania of the South winds.
In the years of the World War II occupation, this was a German guard
post. It was also here that where Chian boatmen risked their lives by stealing
boats from the German soldiers to transport Greek patriots across the sea where
they could go on to the Middle East.
Today Agia Ermioni boasts newly-built hotels, pensions, tavernas and
various shops for the convenience of the visitor. It is an ideal place to relax.
This text is cited Febr 2004 from the Chios Prefecture Tourism Committee URL below, which contains images.
AGIA FOTINI BEACH (Settlement) CHIOS
Continuing on the main road, further down to the left, is a small road that leads
to Agia Fotia (Saint Fotini). According to tradition this chapel was built on
a Vato, a bushy area. The story is that for many nights, the villagers of Neochori
saw flames leaping from these bushes. When they finally ventured to this area,
they found an icon of Saint Fotini laying there. So they built the chapel on this
very spot and every year, on August 12, the day the icon was discovered, they
hold a festival in celebration. Further on we come to the shore of Agia Fotini,
a beautiful pebbled beach with clear, blue -green water. The area is charming
and abounds with traditional taverns, rented rooms and various shops for the visitor's
convenience.
This text is cited Feb 2004 from the Promoting Tourism Prefectural Committee of Chios URL below, which contains images.
AGIA IRINI (Village) MYSTRAS
Tel: +30 27310 98204
AGIA MARINA (Village) IGOUMENITSA
Tel: +30 26650 24413
AGIA MARINA (Village) TITHOREA
Tel: +30 22340 71354
Agia Marina is between Kato
Tithorea and Tithorea,
a beautiful village with rich cultural and tectonic heritage. Visitors can sightsee
the Koimisis Theotokos Abbey where they can feel the awe and honor to all those
people who guarded Thermopiles.
They can also visit the famous platan at Agia Marina church and of course the
country church of Agios Nikolaos.
AGIA MARINA (Village) MYTILINI
Tel: +30 22510 61264
AGIA PARASKEVI (Village) KONITSA
One of the biggest villages of the area with dense forests and beautiful
view. The residents are occupied with wood - cutting and cattle-breeding. There
are several churches and chapels. On the 26th of July, St.Paraskevi's name day,
the village has its traditional festivities.
This text is cited June 2003 from the Municipality of Konitsa URL below.
AGIA PARASKEVI (Settlement) EVRYTANIA
AGIA PARASKEVI (Village) LOKRIDA
A beautiful village at Fthiotida. Its park gives the visitor a different, calm
aspect of the agricultural life. There is also the famous monument of leon Haronia
at about 10 km away.
AGIA PARASKEVI (Village) HALKIDIKI
Tel: +30 23740 61439
Fax: +30 23740 61439
The village of Agia Paraskevi is located in the inner land of Kassandra
Peninsula and the surrounded by pineforest.
Wander in the narrow alleys of the village.
The residents of the village are simple and hospitable and their main
occupation is the cultivation of olive trees and apiculture.
AGIA PELAGIA (Port) HERAKLIO
The entire area is characterized by smooth hills where olive groves are dominant while at the bays of Agia Pelagia and Lygaria there are sandy beaches for swimming and tourism activities are dominant. The sea and the morphology of the ground on the hills are deemed to be the most significant factors of the district, which has resulted in the upgrading of the tourist product provided. Agia Pelagia, Lygaria, Palaiokastro are deemed to be amongst the most beautiful tourist areas of our Municipality which attracts thousands of tourists, Greeks and foreigners every summer and they have been developed into resort centers.
This extract is cited Oct 2002 from the Municipality of Gazi URL below, which contains images.
AGIA SOFIA (Settlement) LEMNOS (LIMNOS)
One of the most isolated and ancient villages is Aghia Sophia. It
is documented since 1303. Limnian traditional architecture is well preserved.
One can also see ruined windmills around.
This text (extract) is cited June 2003 from the Lemnos
Provincial Government tourist pamphlet (1997).
AGIA TRIADA (Village) LEFKI
Tel: +30 28430 91498
AGIA TRIADA (Village) EVRYTANIA
AGIA VARVARA (Village) KONITSA
It is located at the Albanian borders and has forrests with ideal
climate for the summer. Sarantaporos
river flows under the village and disappears after a small route to Albania. Every
first Sunday after the 15th of August, the fraternity of St.Varvara revive the
old custom of "Kazani" (dixie). At the village square, is realized a feast with
live traditional music and food from the dixie.
This text is cited June 2003 from the Municipality of Konitsa URL below.
AGIANNAKOS (Settlement) CHALKIDA
A small agricultural colony, in about 5 km southerly of Rovies.
Its name is derived from the old church of Saint John (we find it in the 17th
century). Traces of ancient activities are found in this area.
This text is cited May 2003 from the Municipality of Elymnies tourist
pamphlet.
AGIASMATA (Settlement) KERAMOS
The seaside settlement of Agiasmata has a port, which serves the villages of Keramos,
Leptopoda,
Halandra
and Aphrodisia,
which are lying on the mountainsides of Amani.
It is located 5 km from Keramos. Agiasmata, nowadays are inhabited mainly during
summer, was once the trading centre of the neighboring villages and especially
the trading centre of antimony (stibium) produced in the mines of Keramos. Agiasmata
is famous for the curative properties of its spa that lie near the beach. In the
village there are a health spa as well as rooms for rent and taverns operating
during summertime.
This text is cited Febr 2004 from the Chios Prefecture Tourism Committee URL below.
AGII DOULI (Village) CORFU
Tel: +30 26630 94255
AGII PANTES (Village) PARNASSOS
Tel: +30 22660 81201
AGII THEODORI (Village) ALMYROS
Tel: +30 24220 92289
AGII THEODORI (Village) GREVENA
Tel: +30 24620 85864
AGIOS CHRISTOFOROS (Village) SERRES
Tel: +30 23240 20136
AGIOS DIMITRIOS (Village) AMALIADA
Tel: +30 26220 41455
AGIOS DIMITRIOS (Village) LEMNOS (LIMNOS)
Tel: +30 22540 61366
There was once a king of the island who decided to distribute it to
his two sons. So he decided that the best would be if each of his two sons started
to walk from the two extreme points of the island, Myrina
and Plaka. The point where
they would meet would be the center and would become the border of each one's
possession. Curiously they met where the village of Aghios Demetrios is built
today. The one walking form Plaka
had started much earlier than the other one. So the other one called him "lera",
which in Greek means deceit. Since then the village was named Lera. It was one
of the few villages on the island with Turkish population before 1912. After the
population exchanges, 556 refugees from Reis Dere of Asia
Minor settled in the village and named it Aghios Demetrios. Aghios Demterios
was their patron Saint at Reis Dere. They used to cultivate vineyards and produce
most of the Limnian vine. Most of them are excellent musicians.
This text (extract) is cited May 2003 from the Lemnos
Provincial Government tourist pamphlet (1997).
AGIOS DIMITRIOS PELIO (Village) ZAGORA-MOURESI
Tel: +30 24260 31204, 31205
Fax: +30 24260 31205
Agios Dimitrios is a scenic village that extends along a fully green slope to
the sea. Its name comes from an old monastery that gave its place to the majestic
metropolitan temple. Several chapels with remarkable wall fresco' and temples
are scattered all over the green landscape of the village: Agios Ioannis Theologos,
Agios Georgios, Virgin Mary (Panagia), and Sotiros chapel on the homonymous square.
The village evolves into a holiday resort with remarkable tourist infrastructure
that grows continuously. Following the well-preserved cobbled paths, one reaches
the beach resort of Agios Ioannis.
AGIOS EFSTRATIOS (Island) NORTH AEGEAN
The famous geographer of antiquity, Pausanias, claimed that Agios
Ephstratios's island emerged from the sea the time the Homeric Chrisi sank in
the north part of Lemnos.
Furthermore he determines that time of the geologic changes in 197 B.C. because
of the fact that the island was a new one in the northeast Aegean it was called
"Nea", which means new.
Although there are not many indications, however, we can say that
the island was inhabited in the prehistoric period and specifically, in Mycenaean
times. There are plenty of remains of the historic period - columns, coins, fragments
of vessels, pieces of sculpture.
This text (extract) is cited May 2003 from the Prefecture
of Lesvos & Lemnos
Provincial Government tourist pamphlet.
AGIOS GEORGIOS (Village) SITIA
Tel: +30 28430 26044
AGIOS GEORGIOS (Village) KARYSTIA
Tel: +30 22230 31054
AGIOS GEORGIOS (Village) GREVENA
AGIOS GEORGIOS (Village) GIANNITSA
Tel: +30 23810 61127
Agios Georgios is the smallest village of the municipality of Alexander
the Great with 321 residents according to the census of 1991. It is 20 km away
from Giannitsa and 30
km from Edessa. The residents
deal with the stockbreeding and agriculture. The most important cultivations are
peaches and asparagus. The village has been built around its square, where there
is the new two-storied building of the community bureau and the war memorial.
The square is surrounded by very tall pine trees and grass planted
gardens. Agios Georgios is the first village in the municipality, where have been
placed mail boxes in front of the community bureau. In the same building there
is the community clinic while behind it there are the Primary school and the Kindergarden.
Across the road there is the old and beautiful church of Saint Dimitrios. Both
the church and the village have great history, which goes back in the beginning
of the 19th century.
In the north-west part of the village, on the way to Liparo
there is the Agricultural corporation and the football field of the team P.A.O.K.
of Agios Georgios. The Cultural Association "Alexander the Great" is
also activated in the village. There is great interest for the unexplored, up
today, hills which are outside of the village. It is speculated that at their
basis there are hidden tombs of the Hellenistic Era. There is also a lot of green
and many trees in the area, as well as the local refreshment stand. Altogether,
they create an artificial paradise, perfect place for resting and excursions.
AGIOS GEORGIOS SYKOUSSA (Village) CHIOS
Tel: +30 22710 78358
AGIOS GERMANOS (Village) PRESPES
Tel: +30 23850 51419
Fax: +30 23850 51419
The most traditional village of the area, with houses built in the
local architectural style. The homonymous Byzantine church that formed the nucleus
of the present village dates to the beginning of the 11th c. It has very interesting
frescos painted in three different phases. Nearby, the aisle less church of Agios
Athanassios was built at the end of the 18th c. Beside the post office, there
is the Information Centre ready to help the visitors with useful information on
the area, bird watching sites, hikes and the restrictions imposed in the area.
There, one can also see permanent exhibitions about the cultural and environmental
aspects of the region. On the northeast of the village, there is the Agios Germanos
small river with falls and purling waters hosting the Trout Salmo trutta peristericus,
an endangered endemic subspecies. This species has extremeiy iow populations,
so fishing is not allowed in the area. One can also see the restored water mills
along the river. Following the paths, one can reach the impressive mixed fir-beech
forests,and the summits of Kitsevo or Despotiko (2,177m).The Sarakatsani, pastoralists
from Thessaly, have the tradition of bringing their herds to graze on these mountains
every year from May to October.
AGIOS GORDIOS (Settlement) CORFU
A relatively new settlement in a charming location with blue water and golden
sand. Rightly regarded as one of the island's finest beaches. From it you can
visit the picturesque village of Sinarades,
and Aerostato, which took its name from a coffee shop which seemed literally to
be hanging from the heavens.
AGIOS ILIAS (Village) AMALIADA
Tel: +30 26220 94596
AGIOS ILIAS (Village) LEFKADA
Tel: +30 26450 39225
Fax: +30 26450 39225
Above Syvros is the village
of Ayios Ilias, built at a very high altitude. It is the second highest mountain
village on the island after Englouvi
and the vegetation here is quite sparse because of the altitude. Ayios Ilias was
an old refuge for the locals seeking sanctuary from the regular pirate raids,
and flocks of sheep and goats were also kept here in the summer. Marantochori,
a large village with a long tradition, lies on the central road which leads from
Nydri to Vasiliki.
AGIOS IOANNIS (Village) IERAPETRA
Tel: +30 28420 61607
AGIOS IOANNIS (Village) MYSTRAS
Tel: +30 27310 21719
AGIOS IOANNIS PILION (Port) ZAGORA-MOURESI
Five minutes away, descending the green slope, one reaches the village
of Agios Ioannis. This fisherman's village that attracted visitors even from the
beginning of the century, has quickly become one of the most dynamic resorts of
Mount Pelion Its green-clad landscape, its blue waters and its long beach with
a magnificent sable, are ideal for beautiful and carefree vacations. Small rowboats
as well as Yachts can be accommodated inside its small but functional port. There
are also Flying Dolphins connecting Agios Ioannis and Salonica, Halkidiki and
the Sporades.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from an old URL of the Municipality of Mouressi
AGIOS ISSIDOROS (Village) RHODES
Tel: +30 22460 51260
Fax: +30 22460 51260
AGIOS KIRYKOS (Small town) IKARIA
AGIOS KONSTANTINOS (Village) EGIALIA
Tel: +30 26910 71934
AGIOS KOSMAS (Village) GREVENA
Tel: +30 24620 82807
AGIOS MAMAS (Village) HALKIDIKI
Tel: +30 23730 91201, 91706
Fax: +30 23730 91731
Agios Mamas is a village
with a population of 1342 inhabitants, located between the Kassandra and the Sithonia
peninsulas.
Its waterfront settlements "Portes", "Varkes" and "Gremia", located
towards Thermaikos Bay, include the largest hotels and Municipal camping sites.
There are new holiday settlements that are currently under development
at Agios Mamas beaches on the Toroneos Bay side.
The village is famous throughout Greece for its "Agios Mamas trade
fair", a pole of attraction for thousands of visitors in early September.
History:
The oldest known organized settlement in the area of Agios Mamas was
located in the hillock of the same name (where there are currently excavations
taking place) and had been in existence since as early as 5000 BC.
However, the oldest known records attesting to the existence of the
village - with its current name, what is more - are Mount Athos documents of 1047
BC.
In 1423 the Ottomans subjugated Agios Mamas. In the mid-15th century
the village belonged to an Ottoman ruler (Michael Bei). In 1821 the inhabitants
of the village played an active part in the Greek revolution. The first known
historical attestation to the trade and cattle fair dates back to 1870.
The village took its name from Agios
Mamas.
AGIOS MATTHEOS (Small town) CORFU
Tel: +30 26610 75142
A large, but charming village, with buildings both new and old. A paved road leads
to the Monastery of the Pantokrator at the top of the hill. Also at the top of
the hill is the Hole of Pelaos, a cave which is said to communicate with the sea.
In the fertile Gardiki district there is another Venetian castle, a twin to Aggelokastro.
It too belonged to the Despotate of Epirus. It is octagonal, with towers at each
corner. As happened elsewhere in Greece, the remains of ancient temples have been
incorporated into the walls of the castle.
AGIOS NIKITAS (Village) LEFKADA
Tel: +30 26450 97469
Fax: +30 26450 97465
Twelve kilometers form the capital of the prefecture, adjoining the
sea, looms the traditional fishing village of Agios Nikitas. Traditional houses,
amphitheatrically arranged in the verdant landscape around the sea, give their
own gift to the passage of time. Very quiet with a view to the endless azure of
the Ionian Sea and the misty
tops of the mountains of Epirus,
it attracts the visitor like a magnet, calling him to live in the pure nostalgia
of nature.
The crystal clear waters at the beaches from Langada to the village,
the fresh fish and also the traditional hospitality of the people of Lefkada,
will transport you to a different way of life and will fascinate you. Further
west of the settlement is the unspoiled sandy beach of Mylos, which is sure to
win the heart of even the most demanding visitor.
This text (extract) is cited December 2003 from the Lefkada
Hoteliers Association tourist pamphlet (1998).
AGIOS NIKOLAOS (Village) CHALKIDA
Tel: +30 22210 52326
The picturesque beach of Bourtzi got its name from the large fortress, built by the Venetians and used also by the Turks to control the straits of the Southern Evian Gulf, so that pirates could pass to and from Chalkida. The beach is not as popular for swimming as are the taverns which will give you a taste of fresh Evian, fish.
AGIOS NIKOLAOS (Village) ALEA
Agios Nikolaos is situated upon the high mountainside of Mountain
Farmakas.
The village’s characteristics are the same as Alea
and Exochi. They have exactly
the same climate, with harsh winters and cool summers.
The most impressive spot of Agios Nikolaos are the ruins of the houses
that the Germans had destroyed during the Second World War. They still stand proud
and firm, as if they expect to be reconstructed.
It is a pleasant small village with white houses among gigantic oaks
and cedar trees.
(Text: Alexis Totsikas)
This text (extract) is cited April 2004 from the Prefecture
of Argolis tourist pamphlet.
AGIOS NIKOLAOS (Village) ELATI
AGIOS PANTELEIMON (Village) HALKIDIKI
Tel: +30 23730 21215
Fax: +30 23730 21215
Agios Panteleimonas is a picturesque agricultural village of 452 inhabitants,
whose normal occupation is agriculture.
In the village, with its abundance of running waters and plane trees,
nature is encountered at its most unspoiled state.
History:
Agios Panteleimonas was built in 1923 by refugees from Prikonisos
of Propontis.
AGIOS PRODROMOS (Village) HALKIDIKI
Tel: +30 23710 96222
Fax: +30 23710 71273
AGIOS PROKOPIOS (Village) TRIKALA
Agios Prokopios is a small community of cattle-breeders (100 inhabitants
in the winter and 250 during summertime) in an altitude of 620 m. in the wooded
slopes of Koziakas, among the crowns Drampala (1.298 m.), Dimitraki (1.300 m.)
and Diamandi (1.680 m.) under the famous homonymous monastery and above the dam
of the river Dramizioti, with the watermill of the 1880 next to it. From the top
of Drampala, we face the lake of Plastiras, the Thessalian plain and the castle
of Fanari.
In the sources Tzjom, Mana, Fteri, Kanalako, Megakampo and Pergina
of Padi plateau, are often seen roe deers, wolves, foxes, ferrets and some time
bears.
From the big monastery of Agios Prokopios of the 18th century, which
was extended in an area of 48 acres above the village, the only thing that remained
afterwards its demolition in 1960, is ruins. In 1986 the temple of Ag. Prokopios
went up from pedestals. Along with Agjos Prokopios, the name of a Saint is connected,
Kosmas the Aitolos and that of a thief, Gioulas. The village celebrates the memory
of Agios Prokopios on July 8, with dixies and folk revelry that follow the service.
AGIOS SPYRIDON (Village) SITIA
Tel: +30 28430 26910
AGIOS STEFANOS (Settlement) LYRKIA
Agios Stephanos is a village situated between Argos
and Karia. It is an isolated
built-up area that once belonged to Fregaina
commune.
(text: Alexis Totsikas)
This text (extract) is cited March 2004 from the Prefecture
of Argolis tourist pamphlet.
AGIOS VASSILIOS (Village) ACHAIA
Tel: +30 2610 992642
AGIOS VISSARION (Village) TRIKALA
In the historical community of Agiou Vissariona (230 m. el.) we arrive
either by following the street that leads to that from Filyra,
through a most beautiful meadow, or from the side of Pyli's
that is hardly two kilometres far. The village owes his old name "Dousiko" in
an endemic of the place species of oak with the (slavic) name Dousko or Douskari.
The first resident of the village appears registered in the community's
male records since 1832, when it was under Douskar's courthouse. Dousiko,
built near the Portaikos river, has very healthy climate, which its 1.100 residents
enjoy (in the winter - they are increased to 1280 in the summertime), farmers
and cattle-breeders, but also "petrades" (builders of the stone) - and
along with them the seasonal visitors. In a small distance from the village is
found the forest "Lakka of Stefani's" and the breeding area of preys
of Koziaka.
The nearest crowns of Koziaka
are Krania (1.100 m.) and Fourketsa (500 m.). A watermill, Nizeros, is saved 2
km from the village as well as the fountains Psilles Vrises, Giannaki Vrisi and
Gabriel Vrisi. The latter is connected with the village with an old path, in all
the length of which one meets stone manufactures. Beautiful area for relaxation,
where the residents go at the 1st of May, is the meadow Dara.
The village was connected with the famous abbey of the Savior of the
Big Pylon, which is found in a distance of 5 km from there, going up in altitude
of 750 m. in the Koziaka's slopes. The monastery was re-established between 1527
- 1535 by Agjos Vissarionas, Larissa's
archbishop, when the Saint was exarch of Stagon.
In the place of the church that Agjos Vissarionas built with the help
of his brother Ignatios, it was built on pedestals in 1557 the today's catholic
of the abbey from Larissa's Metropolite Neofyto the 2nd and the bishops of Dimitriados
Joseph, Litza Louka and Torch Torture (as the ktitoric sign witnesses). The catholic,
which is honoured in the name of Metamorphosis of the Savior, follows the mount
athos type of cruciate four - pillar, with two (today) domes and slots in its
northern and southern side. Its hagiography was done by a painter from Constantinople,
Georgy. The woodcut temple is ulterior, in 1813. The once rich monastery with
the 365 cells and the rich library, which became an intellectual centre of the
newer Hellenism, functions today with few monks that look after its heirlooms.
Among them are also the saint's scull, the will with his autographic signature,
the stick and the vestments of Agios Vissarionas.
The grave of the Saint is saved in the Community cemetery, while in
the village the local show the place of his house and the monastery dependency
of the abbey. In 1823 the monastery was destroyed and the 2000 volumes of its
library were burned by the Albanians of P. Kortzia. In 1943 the monastery suffered
new destructions from a fire. Agjos Vissarionas celebrates in the feast of Saint
Spirit and in the memory of the Saint from whom it took its current name, on 14
September. In Agiou Vissariona's Eve the residents of the village go up in the
monastery for adoration and spend all night there for the celebration of the Saint.
AGIOS VLASSIOS (Village) KARYSTIA
Tel: +30 22220 58603
AGISTRI (Village) AEGINA
Agistri's capital was used in ancient times as a base of naval operations
and as point of rearmament.
Crystal-clear blue waters in natural coves create sandy areas for
swimming. Scenic tiled lanes, traditional cafes (kafeneia), decrepit figures dressed
in the local-style attire, and the windmill, all contribute to the lively history
of the island.
Stone-built houses, fresh-painted white walls, clay-tiled roofs,
outdoor house oves, orderly clean yards meet the modern-built hotel units. Cafe-Bars,
Ouzo-snack-cafes, Restaurants and Night Clubs are ready to serve any one of you
that will visit our island.
Further away and on top of a hill deep in the pine-tree forest is
the little church of "Agion Panton" (All Saints), it stands there through
the passing of time and calls the visitor to gain the knowledge of the island's
roots, and that's how he discover "Kandouki", the old village, that
is, whatever remains from some much older settlement.
Leaving Megalochori heading west you find yourself in a magical place
that combines in absolute harmony the green of the pine-tree and the deep blue
of the sea.
The trees that, with the passing of time, bend curving into the sea and
almost embrace the waters and the boats at the old shipyard bear witness for the
hundreds of years that they are there.
The recently asphalt paved road leads us further west of the island
at a place that the signs say that is called 'Dragonera'. Besides the single little
restaurant there everything else has remained untouched.
Crystal clear waters, natural beaches, pine trees that reach the
shores, quietness and stillness are just part of the riches that nature offers
with generosity there. And the road continues south uphill, then downhill, and
we reach a glade, an oasis full of history for the old-timers but a magical place
for the visitor. It is 'Polemi' with the old church of St. Barbara with the fortune
to be consecrated by St. Nektarios.
This text is cited February 2005 from the Yialos
Studios & Tavern URL below, which contains images.
AGISTRI (Port) AGISTRI
Skala, with its long beaches, is a village clearly touristic, that provides for
a comfortable and hospitable visit at its first-rate hotels, rooms and studios,
while delectable traditional snacks and foods for all tastes will please and satisfy
the most demanding visitor. Music variety for all the hours at Clubs and Cafe-bars
make complete the island's touristic structure. On the left side of Skala is Skliri,
a new-built touristic area with modern hotels and restaurants. Further to the
left of Agistri and after a dreamlike path through the pine trees, a natural pebbled
cove with crystal clear water is expecting you, the magical Chalikiada.
This text is cited February 2005 from the Yialos
Studios & Tavern URL below, which contains image.
AGRA (Lake) PELLA
At a short distance from Edessa, Lake Agra-Nisiou-Vritton is situated. The
lake was artificially created during the 50s to cover the needs in water of a
small hydroelectric power plant of the Public Electricity Board, but rapidly developed
into an area with particular ecological interest, since it hosts and supports
a great number of bird species. The wet meadows, the aquatic vegetation and the
water create in the area of springs a unique natural scenery, while the agricultural
landscape is dominated by apple and cherry cultivations, which gives rise to the
organization of local festivities and fairs.
This text (extract) is cited October 2003 from the Pella
Prefecture Tourism Committee tourist pamphlet.
AGRIOLIVADI (Beach) PATMOS
Agriolivadi is approximately 1.5 km from Skala. It has a long sandy beach with small pebbles. Sun beds and water sports are available. It also has a taverna and a beach bar. Its mainly shallow waters make it ideal for toddlers and the water is warmer than in most other beaches around the island.
There are some nice little coves at the northern part of the beach which are accessible only by boat or you can rent paddle boats and paddle there but only in good weather because the currents do get strong as soon as you reach the end of the cove.
Agia Thekla (Saint Thekla) is a little island opposite the cove. It is named after the church that was built on it. There is also a nice beach at the rocky island for those who can paddle out to it.
AGRIOVOTANO (Village) ISTIEA
According to tradition its name stems from the weeds ("agriovotana")
growing in the region. Even though it covers a small area, it offers a spectacular
view. From the small square of the village the visitor can discern the mountain
Pilio and, weather permitting, even Athos. A passable dirt road leads from the
village to the beach "Koutsoubri" where there are picturesque taverns. The beach
is ideal for windsurfing and jet-skiing. The luxuriant vegetation and the long
beach compose a unique colourful scenery.
Τhis text is cited May 2003 from the Municipality
of Artemissio tourist pamphlet.
AGROSYKIA (Village) GIANNITSA
Tel: +30 23820 93349
Legend has it that the name of the village of Agrossikia originated
from the wild fig trees that smothered the area.
The village's inhabitants are by and large of Pontos origin since
the older inhabitants had pretty much moved from surrounding areas. The refugees
arrived periodically since 1934 from the areas of Pontos, Sevastia, the town of
Charsera in Argiroupolis and Farassa of Kessaria. The reason they decided to built
their new home here is the similarity of the landscape with that of the land the
left behind. They carried nothing but their memories and the icons of their Saints,
some of which are still kept in the church of St. Ioannis Chrisostomos in the
center of the village. The three cultural clubs connected with the inhabitant's
origin of St. George Chalinaras, the Cultural Club and the Farassotes Club have
undertaken the higher duty to preserve the rich cultural tradition of their ancestors.
Agrossikia
is built in a picturesque landscape of unique natural beauty and is an excellent
recreation area.
On the evergreen hill of Profitis Ilias, where a celebration is held
every year with opulent events, the visitor can enjoy the uniquely beautiful landscape.
The Dam lake pops up first in front of the highlands of Paikos mountain. The hill
with the ruins of the ancient castle of Pelitis is witness to human presence in
the area from ancient times.
AI MICHALIS (Settlement) SYROS
San Michalis is a small hamlet. Its inhabitants are mostly farmers who live there all through the summer, while, during winter, they only visit it occasionally to carry out certain jobs.
AIDONOCHORI (Village) KONITSA
Tel: +30 26550 61326
Being built at a high altitude with an outlook over Aoos
and Sarantaporos river
and with rich vegetation, Aidonohori looks like a painting. In the past, it had
beautiful and big houses but they were burned during the second world war. In
short distance outside the village it is still preserved the Archangels
Monastery of Goura, built in a roch, where there is also the children camping
area of Holy Metropolis
for Driinoupoli - Pogoniani and Konitsa. It is worth visiting the traditional
water mill near Bourazani
bridge.
AKRATA (Small town) ACHAIA
The beautiful town of Akrata, built on the coastline and offering
azure blue seawater views, wonderful beaches, and modern tourist services, will
deeply affect those who desire to combine relaxation and adventure during their
holidays.
Akrata, as well as the picturesque beaches of the surrounding villages
of Trapeza, Platanos,
and Egira attract a large
number of vacationers during the summer months.
The remains of Ancient
Egira, the famous ancient theatre, as well as traces of the ancient
city of Aeges, which was destroyed around 281 B.C.
The post-Byzantine Monastery
of Agia Triada is built in the suburbs of Akrata, a lovely and hospitable
place. About 20 kms. away from the town the visitor meets Seliana,
where traces of ancient Felloi
mentioned by Pausanias in "Ahaika" have been discovered. The post-Byzantine
Monastery of Agioi
Apostoloi and the State Game Sanctuary belong to Perithori,
about 4 kms. southern of Seliana.
Rahova, close
to Perithori, is the place
where the "Greek School", one of the first ones established in Greece
after liberation from the Turks, operated from 1829 to 1837. This is the place
where many historical personalities of the 1821 Revolution, as well as distinguished
clergymen, such as the Patriarchs of Jerusalem Dositheos and Chrysanthos, were
acclaimed.
The mountainous areas southern of Akrata are of particular tourist
interest, as they offer o delightful view over the Limni tou Tsivlou
and the other scenic and historically important Kloukinokhoria (villages), such
as Agridi, Messorouggi,
Peristera, Solos,
Zarouchla etc. These villages
scattered in dense fir forests, keep the folk tradition vivid and alive.
The Byzantine church of Panagia stands in Zarouchla,
whereas on the slopes of Khelmos
the visitor finds the popular Spring of Golfo taken from Sryros Perisiadis’
play under the same name. Peresiadis’ mansion still stands in Messorouggi
where the church of Agios Georgios with the wooden hand carved temple is located.
Argyriadis’ tower in Agia
Varvara and the house of chieftain Theocharopoulos compose two of the most
significant historical points of reference to the mountainous cluster of villages
known as Kloukinohoria.
After a three-hour walk past Solos
village one reaches the mythically eternal Waters of the Styx, by which, in
Greek mythology, the Gods of Olympus
swore solemnly. Thetis is said to have bathed her son Achilles in the Waters of
the Styx and thereafter he became invulnerable. The visitor can walk from Styx
direct to Mega Spileo crossing
through the wonderfully steep slopes of Khelmos.
This text (extract) is cited March 2004 from the Prefecture
of Achaia tourist pamphlet (1999).
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