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  1. 12 Places to Visit in Northern Greece

    2. Visit the mighty Vikos Gorge. The incredible Vikos Gorge is in the Pindus Mountains of Northern Greece, set deep within the Vikos-Aoös National Park. It is 20km long and in places 490 meters deep and 400 meters wide. The gorge is staggering to behold, breathtaking to experience and utterly mind-blowing to explore.

  2. 15 Best Places to Visit in Northern Greece

    Another magical place to visit in northern Greece the situated in Macedonia, Kastoria. In between the Grammos and Vitsi mountains, on a narrow peninsula, the wonderful city of Kastoria is built, as an amphitheater overlooking Lake Orestiada.

  3. Northern Greece: 17 Magical Places to Visit in 2023

    Katerini. Katerini is the capital of the Pieria regional unit of Northern Greece. It is situated just 6km away from the sea and boasts beautiful beaches, colourful coastal promenades, and Orthodox churches. Unlike many other Greek cities, Katerini has not existed for thousands of years.

  4. Northern Greece: Travel Guide and 7-day Itinerary

    Northern Greece: Travel Guide and 7-day Itinerary. Of the places I traveled last year, Northern Greece was the one that surprised me the most. Northern Greece is the upper half of Greece, including places like Thessaloniki, the Halkidiki Peninsula, and Vergina. It's surprisingly still rather untouristed, and much of the region can be ...

  5. Northern Greece travel

    Best in Travel - 2023. 4 days in Halkidiki, Greece to relax and unwind . Nov 15, 2022 • 13 min read. Often eclipsed by the islands to the south, Northern Greece's Halkidiki peninsula offers blissful beaches that are an idyllic setting to relax and unwind.

  6. Must-see attractions Northern Greece, Greece

    Preveza. The ruins of Nikopolis, built in 28 BC by Octavian (later Augustus), after he defeated Mark Antony and Cleopatra in the naval Battle of Actium (Aktion),…. Discover the best attractions in Northern Greece including Vergina Royal Tombs Museum, Mt Olympus, and Vikos Gorge.

  7. 10 Reasons To Put Northern Greece On Your Bucket List

    Northern Greece has unexpected charm, natural beauty, incredible food, a fascinating history, and many great things to do. Here are just a few reasons we think you should put this unpretentious side of Greece on your bucket list. Sue Reddel and Diana Laskaris. 1. You'll See A Different Side Of Greece.

  8. 5 Unique Places In Northern Greece You Need To Visit

    2. Thessaloniki. Even though Athens is the governmental capital of Greece, Thessaloniki, the second largest city, is considered to be the cultural capital. It has 15 UNESCO sites, the most in any one town internationally, and is also a college town, so it offers a great selection of music, the arts, and coffee shops.

  9. The Best Things To Do In Northern Greece

    Meteora is one of the best places to visit in mainland Greece 2. Relax by the Crystal Clear Waters of Halkidiki. Halkidiki is an area of Northern Greece known for its three, finger-like peninsulas. The peninsulas have a winning combination of clear turquoise water, white sandy beaches and rocky coves, backed by forests of Mediterranean trees.

  10. Northern Greece

    2 Olympos National Park - The highest mountain of Greece, major trekking destination. 40.35 23.58. 3 Chalkidiki — No.1 tourist destination in Northern Grecce. 40.925 24.135. 4 Pangaion Hills — mountainous area with picturesque mountain villages, a multitude of old famous monasteries and impressive vegetation.

  11. 20 Things To Know Before You Go: Northern Greece

    1+. Northern Greece is a region brimming with rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities. From the majestic Mount Olympus to the ancient ruins of Thessaloniki, there is no shortage of captivating experiences in this part of the country. Whether you're planning a trip to delve into history, explore the great outdoors, or ...

  12. 20 Things to Know Before You Go: Northern Greece

    Travel. Know Before You Go. Europe. Forget Mykonos: Sarah Souli's intel on drinking, eating, dancing (and cursing) in northern Greece. 1. It's not the south. Forget Mykonos, Santorini, or even Athens. The northern part of Greece, which shares borders with several Balkan countries and Turkey, is a distinct destination.

  13. A Guide To The Unesco Sites Of Northern Greece You Have To Visit

    The monastic community of Mount Athos is located in Halkidiki Peninsula and is another Unesco site of Northern Greece. The 'Holy Mountain' of Greece has an autonomous status and consists of 20 monasteries and 1,400 monks. Since 1054 AD, this has been a holy land for all Christians Orthodoxs of the world.

  14. Exploring Northern Greece: The Top 10 Holiday Destinations to Visit in

    Visit Mount Olympus. Mount Olympus is a region in Northern Greece where mythology comes alive and transports you to ancient times ruled by ruthless yet generous gods. The mountain is the highest in Greece and was made the country's first national park in 1937. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is famous for its wildflowers that bloom in ...

  15. Walk this way: exploring Greece's lesser-known north

    Philoxenia, meaning 'love of a stranger', isn't just a word but a way of life in Greece - a deeply ingrained culture of hospitality that manifests, mostly simply, as an offering of food. Though the practice is perhaps a little strained in the popular islands, those who seek out the remote northern region of Zagorohoria tend to leave it ...

  16. Greece (Northern) Travel Information and Guide

    By sea. Ferries to Ferries to Greece from Italy nearly always run overnight. The main port for northern Greece is Igoumenítsa, which can be reached from Venice (25-29hrs, from €440 return with a car), Ancona (16hrs, from €430 return), Bari (10hrs, from €230 return) and Brindisi (7.5-10hrs, from €216 return).

  17. The Perfect Travel Itinerary For Northern Greece

    Without a doubt, one of the main attractions in this part of Northern Greece is the Vikos Gorge. It's the second most deep canyon in the world after the Grand Canyon. It's sheer vertical walls extend for over 1,000m into the valley below allowing for absolutely stunning views. View of Vikos Gorge from Oxya viewpoint.

  18. Northern Greece

    The Synagogue of Ioannina is one of the most exciting places to visit in the city. It is located in the heart of the old city. ... Aristi is a very famous village in the Zagoria region of northern Greece, with charming places to stay, restaurants and many attractions around. Aristi is an excellent place to base yourself on a star trip in the ...

  19. 7-day road trip from Thessaloniki into northern Greece

    Goumenissa. 204 km Car, Foot 2. The final day of your road trip from Thessaloniki into northern Greece brings you to Goumenissa (1hr, 58km from Edessa), a small town that dates to Hellenistic and Roman times that was also an important religious centre in Byzantium. Your reason for being here, however, is to visit a winery before ending with ...

  20. Northern Greece

    This is the place you want to visit if you want to enjoy the nature. From hiking to thermal springs to some of the most stunning beaches! The north has it all! I would like to share some of my favourites that I have visited and have fell in love with! ... Where to stay in Northern Greece? All of the places I have mentioned above can be made ...

  21. Hiking Northern Greece in Greece, Europe

    Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour. Spend a night on Mt Olympus before hiking to the summit, Visit Meteora and marvel at its monasteries built atop massive natural pillars, Wander through the wild beauty of Zagori in the Northern Pindos National Park, Sit down for a hyper ...

  22. Must-see attractions Thrace, Northern Greece

    Zagorohoria. Discover the best attractions in Thrace including Dadia-Lefkimi-Soufli National Park, Art of Silk Museum, and Historical and Ethnographical Museum.

  23. Northern Greece: 13 Unusual Places to Visit

    What do you get when you combine a love of history, beautiful nature, and local culture? You get one of the most amazing places you could possibly visit in G...

  24. Northern Lights Are Visible as Solar Storm Intensifies: What to Know

    For people in many places, the most visible part of the storm will be the northern lights, known also as auroras. But authorities and companies will also be on the lookout for the event's ...

  25. Where to see northern lights Saturday night, what times they will be

    Updated May 11, 2024 at 9:52 p.m. EDT | Published May 10, 2024 at 3:23 p.m. EDT. The northern lights, formerly known as aurora borealis, appeared in the early-morning hours of April 24, 2023, near ...

  26. Auroras illuminate night skies around the world, expected to possibly

    Night skies were lit up by the northern lights Friday in locations the auroras don't normally shine as a severe solar storm supercharged the phenomenon. Photos taken from all over the world showed ...

  27. These Photos Show Northern Lights Seen Across South Florida

    The northern lights appeared around the globe due to a geomagnetic storm that began to impact the Earth on Friday, May 10. It's the strongest solar storm recorded in over 20 years, classified as an "extreme" G5 by the NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center. Geomagnetic storms are ranked from G1 to G5, with those rated G5 capable of ...