Holiday Sights Greece

Greece is the heart of the great ancient civilization that was the torch of the west for many thousands of years, and was a result of the great minds that have left there print on modern science in mathematics and building. Greece attracts visitors from across the world for its history as well as its party scene. The Greek islands light up in the summer where a lot of northern Europeans come down to holiday. There are many islands more enchanting and happening then other regions of southern Europe.

Things To Do

Top seven places to go in Greece.

1. Athens

Athens is most popular tourist attraction and is famous for its many archaeological sites, the Parthenon on which is one of the most famous places sits beautifully in the blue sky of Athens. From the Acropolis to historic areas such as Plaka, Thission and Psyri show the preserved old houses with a blend of traditional shops. There are also good beaches only a few kilometres from the ruins.

2. Tinos

Trinos an island just northwest of Mykonos, is a very popular island where 90% of the visitors are Greek. The island is not focused on tourist but Greeks, it’s a feeling of authenticity and good times on this island that makes it such a great place to go. A beautiful church of the Megalochari sits on the small hill, and is a centre of attention to a fair, which happens every year on August 15.

3. Crete

Crete is the largest Greek island, with about two million tourist coming each year. Heraklion is the capital and is renowned for diverse landscape. The Minoan ruins at Knossos is amazing, so is the Venetian fortress of Rethymo. The Byzantine Empire also put some nice monasteries here that are worth looking at. The beaches and mountains are great and add to the beauty of the island. The real Crete is in the north part, which has not been touched by tourism, and you can get cheap accommodation packages.

4. Santorini

Many tourists are dazzled by the island’s beauty. Santorini volcano creates incredible contrast, with sunset’s lit villages. Expect explosions of tourist that are attracted by the stunning images of the awesome island could be the most romantic place in the world.

5. Mykonos

Mykonos is famous for its nightlife but Mykonos has hidden surprises, originally a Venetian settlement, has been given the name “little Venice”. It is amazing place to be and is world-renowned.

6. Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki was the co-capital of the Byzantine Empire in post roman days, now one of the largest cities in Greece. More cosmopolitan than Athens, and attracts a younger generation of tourist that enjoy the laid back approach. There are many nice restaurants and a good nightlife too, the Turkish baths are also very popular too. It is so cultural due to all the occupants over the years.

7. Corfu

Corfu is one of the Ionian Islands and is beautiful. spectacular landscapes, with monasteries and churches. Historical monuments and Gouvia Bay where can enjoy many water sports, diving and many other things.