Getting to Know the Region of Central Greece: Viotia & Evrytania

In the heart of Greece, where breathtaking mountains meet gorgeous beaches and wild rivers flow into the peaceful sea, where nature meets civilization and ancient history finds the modern world…  there lies the Region of Central Greece, a land of rich contradictions, intense excitements and unexpected experiences.

It is a place where someone can wander among legends, stroll into great history and eternity through its archaeological sites, achieve serenity and reflect upon the richness and depths of faith in its well-hidden religious treasures, come across its pure nature and experience its warm hospitality.

The Region of Central Greece is divided into five regional units: Viotia, Evia, Evrytania, Fthiotida and Fokida,

This week we will be exploring Viotia and Evrytania.

Viotia: Eternal emotions

A breath away from Athens, lies the prosperous land of Viotia, surrounded by a stunning natural environment. Ancient monuments, treasures from the byzantine period, snow-covered mountain slopes and cryptic coasts, from a magnificent setting, known as the legendary crossroad of gods, heroes and oracles.

Visit…
The Archaeological Museum of Thiva | Chaironea | Krefsidos’ Acropolis | The Medieval Castle of Livadia | Plataies | Tanagras’ Museum | The valley of the Muses at Thespies | The Martyric village of Distomo | The Gardens of Aliartos | The Orchomenos Springs | The Monastery of St.Loukas | The Church of Panagia Skripou | Evaggelistrias monastery

Do…
A walk in Livadia | Paragliding at Kithairona | Skiing at Parnassos Ski Center | Alternative activities at Parnassos National Park | Swimming at Aspra Spitia, Antikira, Aliki, Agios Vasileios, Agios Nikolaos and Saranti beaches

Enjoy…
The unique hospitality of Arachova Village | Souvlaki at Kria of Livadia | The delicious trout at Orchomenos | Formaela cheese from Parnassos | The wonderful wines of the Thevian land’s vineyards

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Evrytania: An authentic place to live

Wild and proud, friendly and genuine, Evrytania stands tall through centuries. Its exquisite natural environment is the source of life and inspiration. Historic monuments, monasteries and churches untouched by time, impressive mountains, dense forests and picturesque villages compose a fairytale world.

Visit…
The Museum of National Resistance at Koryschades | The Museum of Viniani| The folk Museum of Mikro and Megalo Chorio| The Tsatsos’ Museum in AgiaTriada|The Kafadari museum in East Fragkista| The historic sites at Kefalovryso and Kokkalia| The Katsantonis Cave at Agrafa| The monasteries of Proussos, Tatarna and Domianoi

Do…
Skiing at Velouchi Ski Center| Rafting at Tavropos, Achelloos and Trikeriotis rivers| Trekking in Mavri Spilia and Torno’s paths| Canyoning at the Bouzonikos and Pantavrechi canyons| Paint ball in Viniani Village| Mountain bike and jeeping in the routes of Kaliakouda and Chelidona mountains| Horse riding in the Valley of Karpenissiotis River

Enjoy…
The view of Kremasta lake from Episkopi or Tsagkaralona| The warm hospitality of the small guest houses or the luxurious hotels| Walks at the picturesque alleyways| The unique “Forest festival” during summer| The alpine gastronomic pleasures, such as the special prosciutto of Proussos and the delicious sausages of Karpenissi | Feta cheese and other dairy products, such as the famous “Tsalafouti”| Tsipouro, fir tree honey and “Velouxi” mountain tea

Be social! Spread the word: #CentralGreece #Evrytania #touring #snow #mountain #culture #religiousmonuments #agritourism

Do these destinations seem tempting?

Visit the Region of Central Greece at the ITB Berlin 2017 trade show at Messe Berlin at Hall 1.1 101, 101a to find out more!

Region of Central Greece presentation @ ITB Berlin 2017

On March 9 at 1:30 pm, Sofia Flega (Karpenisi Municipality Tourism Committee member and Karpenisi Hoteliers Association’s secretary) will give a presentation of Central Greece’s destinations at the region’s booth.