HOLIDAYS IN PELION GREECE
The Pelion Peninsula, and the surrounding
region is one of the most beautiful and unique regions in all of Greece.
It is a region of immense natural beauty, where the dominating mountain
of Pelion, meets with the crystal blue waters of the Pagasitic Gulf and
the Aegean Sea.
Scattered all over Pelion are many villages, all varying in size, and
all having their own unique identity and styles.The geographic location
of Pelion makes it ideal for holidays all year round.
It is easily accessible from the main Greek cities of Athens and Thessaloniki,
as well as the neighbouring island of Skiathos.
Pelion has so much to offer visitors, and there is always something to
see or somewhere new to explore. Pelion is ideal for those who love to
take long walks. There are many walking paths all over the Pelion Peninsula,
where one can wander around, and take in some of the beauty and tradition
that Pelion is blessed with.
All along the coastline of Pelion, there are many stunning beaches, many
with soft sand, where one can enjoy the hot Greek summers. There are also
activities that take place for the more adventurous, such as trekking,
horse riding, mountain climbing, and a selection of water sports.
For those who prefer quiet and relaxing holidays, Pelion is the ideal
destination. One can easily find the peace one seeks here in Pelion. Though
the city of Volos is located at the foot of Mount Pelion, one will easily
feel that they are isolated from the modern world.
Pelion has a huge selection of churches and monasteries which are very
interesting to visit. The most famous is the church of Agia Marina, in
the village of Kissos. There are many beautiful frescoes and icons in
the various churches which one can admire.Pelion is ideal for nature lovers.
There are a huge number of flowers and plants to be found all over the
region.
During the year, there are also many festivals and celebrations that take
place in various villages. Everyone is invited to join in with the celebrations,
and enjoy traditional Greek dance and music, as well local wines and tsipouro.
During the winter months, many visitors from all over Greece, as well
as the rest of the world, head to Pelion, to partake in ski and other
winter sports at the famous Pelion Ski Centre.
Here, one can enjoy ski in a location that is matched nowhere else in
the world. With the highest quality ski facilities, as well as the beautiful
views that are on offer, the ski centre is one that is very unique.
Pelion offers everything one could want from their holidays in Greece.
There are clubs and bars, restaurants and tavernas, beautiful beaches
and seas, a huge selection of activities, sights to see, museums and churches
to visit, and some of the most friendly and welcoming people in the world.
Pelion is the only choice, for your holidays in Greece. You will have
the time and experience of your life, and soon come to realise, just how
easy it is to fall in love with the region, and why visitors who have
visited here, come back year after year, as if they are magnetised to
the area. |
