Greek fairy tale: 10 heavenly villages of Hellas, where it is worth to visit everyone. Greece can be compared to a beautiful casket full of treasures. Monuments of ancient architecture, amazing nature, rich national cuisine and carefully kept traditions — there is everything for an interesting and unforgettable stay. Among the placer wealth of sunny Hellas, we found a necklace of 10 wonderful villages. These pearls must be seen by every traveler!</p>

Paleos Panteleimon (Pieria)

Paleos Panteleimonas — one of the most beautiful traditional settlements of Greece. His main tourist jewelry — beautiful architecture, labyrinths of neat cobbled streets, picturesque oak and chestnut forests and cozy taverns offering to taste masterpieces of local cuisine.

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An ideal place for hiking, do you agree?

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Zagorochoria, Ioannina

Going to the area of ​​Zagori, you will see a whole raft of villages, known as Zagorochorye. Be ready to cheer without stopping — in Aristi, Kapesovo, Kipi, Tsepelovo, Dilofo and Vikos you will be met by spectacular gorges, ancient stone bridges, rock monasteries, and of course, high mountains, whose slopes are buried in lush greenery.

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Zagorochory's Villages — A beautiful realm of mountain cliffs and landscapes of dizzying beauty. Only the Plakida bridge, popularly known as the "creeping caterpillar", is worth it!

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In addition to nature, you you will find neat streets and lovely houses made of stone with tiled roofs.

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Yes, views in Zagori — some of the best in the world!

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Monemvasia, Lakonia

Welcome to the Byzantine fortress city on an island that appeared in the middle of the sea after the 375 earthquake.

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In the mazes of the streets of the lower city , surrounded by restored old buildings, you will feel the incomparable spirit of medieval Greece. This is a very beautiful and colorful place!

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However, on the tops of inaccessible rocks climb — behind a chic panorama and acquaintance with the local Acropolis.

Vatia (Vathia, Laconia)

Vatia — a charming place where you can see the traditional houses-towers of Mani, from a distance reminiscent of the ruins of medieval castles.

The settlement is located next to the Mediterranean coast and Cape Tainaro. From the hills there is a beautiful panorama that you can admire from sunset to dawn.

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Nympheo, or Neveska (Nymfaio)

In the traditional village of Nufeo, in addition to the standard tourist set of ancient architecture and beautiful mountains, you will find the Center for the Protection of Bears, Arcturus. Here the sheltered club-pensioners who can no longer perform at the arena of circuses have found shelter.

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Also in Nevesk it is worth to visit the Silver Museum and take a stroll to the lakes of Himadidid and Zazari.

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Molyvos, or Mithymna (Molyvos, Lesbos)

The coastal village on the island of Lesbos, founded in prehistoric times, there is a story to tell and show the guests. Along the cobbled streets there are numerous galleries, cafes, handicrafts and jewelry shops, as well as antique shops.

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The main attraction of the upper city ​​— a well-preserved ancient fortress, and at the foot of the hill there is a small port with a picturesque harbor.

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Molivos — a real paradise for lovers of seafood!

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Folegandros, or Chora (Chora Folegandrou)

Folegandros — one of the three settlements of the same name island in the Aegean Sea. In translation into Russian, Folegandrou means "rocky earth & raquo ;. And really, the first thing you'll see here — steep cliffs, at the summits of which are sheltered snow-white houses.

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In Hora you can stay in one of such neat cottages and for a few days to join the life of a nice Greek village.

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Although there are no lush forests in the vicinity, the lack of vegetation is more than offset by rocky-sea landscapes. A bit harsh, but such adorable & hellip

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Oia, Santorini

I'm sure you have seen rainbow photos of Ii, the most romantic city in Greece. No? Well, the word & laquo; Santorini & raquo; you just about something says!

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This is a place with magnificent sunrises and sunsets, amazing architecture and a full range of tourist services. And even here the car traffic is not allowed — I do not know what motor roars and exhaust fumes are.

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And the real magic on the island of Santorini begins after the sun hides behind the horizon.

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Makrinitsa, Magnisia

You can find wonderful evening-night panoramas in Makrinitsa & mdash ; one of the largest and most curious villages in Pelion.

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This miracle popular among tourists can keep its charm, authenticity and unique color.

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Fiscardo, Kefalonia

Welcome to the place where all lovers of small coastal towns should visit! Fiskardo will pleasantly surprise you with a colorful port, Venetian houses, as well as pebble beaches with crystal clear water.

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During the breaks between walks, take a short tour of local restaurants and cafes to get to know Greek cuisine.

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Not far from Fiskardo is the famous Melissani cave lake, where You can only get by boat on a narrow underground tunnel. A magical place, really?

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And do not forget to visit the beautiful island of admirals and captains, who are proud of all of Greece — Idre!