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This Mediterranean beauty is one of Europe’s most gorgeous getaways, with a plethora of outdoor activities that should be on your radar.
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Many visitors are familiar with Greece because of its rich history and archaeology, but few understand the vast adventure-travel playground awaiting them. It’s one of the most incredible places in the Mediterranean for outdoor sports, from yachting and sailing to hiking and bicycling, all fuelled by some of the best cuisine and wine in the region.
The Dodecanese — a series of islands in southeastern Aegean that includes Rhodes and Kos – is famous for yacht charters due to its mild but constant breezes, sunny temperature, and breathtaking landscape. Furthermore, the reasonably distant isles are less densely inhabited than other Greek island hotspots, resulting in a more intimate encounter with inhabitants and other boaters.
Cycling is one of the most acceptable methods to get to know a place. In Athens, for example, Dionysiou Areopagitou, the city’s longest pedestrian promenade, is popular with both inhabitants and visitors. The leisurely path begins from Hadrian’s Arch and continues along the south side of the Acropolis to the Theatre of Dionysus and Odeon of Herodes Atticus. The Athens Riviera includes a broad and level bike path that extends 37 miles out of the city to Poseidon’s Temple on Cape Sounion, depending on bikers’ desires.
Because Athens is surrounded on three sides by mountains, it’s no wonder that the city’s outskirts are home to superb mountain-biking terrain, with paths for every fitness level. Further away, the northern Halkidiki region is a popular mountain biking destination, while Mount Taygetos in the Peloponnese is one of our’s favourite destinations. It’s also an excellent place for road bicycling, thanks to the low traffic and picturesque towns with stone buildings and ancient attractions like the Tower of Mourtzinos. The fortified former mansion of the prominent Troupakis-Mourtzinos family is now a museum showcasing Maniot architecture and culture.
Greeks consume more olive oil per capita than any other country in the European Union, averaging more than five gallons (approximately 26 pounds) per person per year. Its exquisite tastes permeate practically every dish. Campos recommends attending cooking classes in various sections of the nation as a fantastic opportunity to meet with people and learn about regional delicacies.
Serious hikers should head to Mount Parnassus, an 8,000-foot summit in northern mainland Greece, where challenging walks weave through floral meadows, verdant valleys, and besides historical landmarks in the country’s oldest national park. The park consists of three summits and more than 60 km of trails.
According to legend, Apollo regarded Mount Parnassus as holy, as evidenced by his temple located in Delphi in the mountain’s lower slopes. Pegasus flew above its woodlands, and Odysseus was gored on its slopes by a wild boar. You’ll see firsthand why the birthplace of democracy has always been a country of epic adventure, whether you go by land, sea, or both.
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