If you are fascinated by history, then the Ancient Theater of Thera is a must-see on the island of Santorini. Dating back to the 2nd century BC, this is one of the most historic sites in Santorini and offers a wonderful view to the Aegean. With a capacity of 1,500 people, this place could not …
Do you know that the world as we know it would stop to exist in just four years, if bees became extinct? This is a truly shocking fact, for sure! It is true that bees are valuable parts of nature, always buzzing around and tranferring pollen to plants and flowers. Without them, the balance of …
Do you want to take a glimpse at the geological history of the Aegean over the past 20 million years? Of course it sounds thrilling! At the Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest, nature comes to life in this natural monument of particular environmental, geological and paleontological value. A forest that has been …
Are you looking for the real feel of an authentic Cretan village? Then Archanes is just the place to be! Within short distance from Heraklion and the archeological site of Knossos Palace, this is a destination that will travel you back in time. Consisting of the upper and lower villages, Archanes is embraced by the …
Following the upward road from the seaside village of Myrtos, you will reach the magnificent Sarakina Gorge in a few miles. Due to its proximity to the village, it is also called Myrtos Gorge. No matter how you call it, however, it is equally thrilling and welcomes you to a hiking experience of exemplary beauty. …
Located in the southwestern part of Crete, the imposing Samaria Gorge stands out among the other equally impressive natural landscapes on the island. This place has been a national park ever since 1962, attracting thousands of travelers from all over the world to Chania region on a daily basis. As the longest trekking gorge in …
At an altitude of 220 meters above ground and right next to Melidoni and Panormo villages in Rethymno, one of the most significant landscapes in Crete awaits for you to discover. Gerontospilios (meaning the Old Cave) Melidoni Cave definitely ranks among the finest attractions in the wider area. Dating back to the Neolithic era, this …
A geological formation shaped drop by drop of water, slow but consistently, creates a masterpiece of nature in Kefalonia. Drogarati Cave in Sami is one of the most impressive caves on the island, with stalagmites and stalactites that add almost one centimeter each hundred of years. It takes a lot of time and patience to …
Celebrating an impressive 150-year family tradition of ouzo making, Ouzo Barbayanni Museum is a wonderful place where tradition meets modernity. The continuance of ouzo making on the island of Lesvos is highlighted through the cutting-edge facilities, standing side by side with the traditional equipment dating back to 1860. In fact, every ouzo connoisseur should visit …
Chios is intertwined with mastic, a product that has made the island famous and has fueled its economy over the years. And it is only fair to celebrate such a product through Chios Mastic Museum. The museum is located in Southern Chios and more specifically in Mastihohoria, the picturesque Medieval villages where it is cultivated. …