Greece

June 14, 2011 | Filed under: Greece | Posted by: Dreamer

Have you ever desired to find yourself in the maze of Knossos Palace, where, according to the legend, the famous Minotaur lived? Or maybe you’ve dreamed of climbing the Mount Olympus – the mythical abode of the ancient Greek gods? And what about visiting the gorge of Thermopylae – a place, where three hundred brave Spartans successfully fought off the attacks of half a million Persian army? No, this isn’t just a history, this is a true reality, the power of which you can feel only in Greece!

Greece has it all – picturesque fishing villages, stone paved streets, dazzling white houses, as if emphasizing the blue sky and the bright sun, a rich flora of the subtropical zone, a rich history, wonderful places and hospitable people! And everybody knows this. And it’s not just that everybody knows and accepts this, Greece itself exists for everyone! It is the country where the cultures of East and West harmoniously blend, a country which has been situated on the Silk Road for centuries. Ancient Greece … The Cradle of the Olympic Games and the ancient myths … How many beautiful legends and priceless historical and cultural monuments the civilization of philosophers and poets left for us there!
Greece is the birthplace of democracy, art and Olympic Games, the birthplace of the great ancient civilizations, the land, which felt the wave of migrations of many nations, one of the centers of Christianity and one of the best spa areas in Europe. All this makes the country as one of the most attractive touristic centers in the world. The warm Aegean, Ionian and Mediterranean seas, the exotic beaches, distinctive and rare European nightlife, the lovely weather, hundreds of islands and an abundance of scenic coastlines make Greece the cult resting place for millions of visitors from around the world. You will be able to fully experience the spirit of adventure and romance only in Greece.

Holidays in Greece are for anyone, who loves everything at once – warm sea, brightly shining sun, picturesque mountains and valleys, exciting excursions, recreation and, of course, history, architecture, fairy tales and myths, art and wonders. The cities and resorts of Greece perfectly cherish the memory of ancient times, like Athens, Chalkidiki, Peloponnese, Thessaloniki, Corfu, Rhodes, Crete, Mykonos, Santorini, Cyclades and many others. Not only the mainland, but the Greek islands too are decorated with magnificent monuments of ancient culture. And what could be better for a weary traveler, than escaping from the dusty, worldly cities and plunging in a tranquil rest of a true beauty – both men-made and natural! Clean sea and comfortable beaches, spa treatments in luxury hotels in Greece, great Greek cuisine and the wine, which won the best reviews of tourists will make your holiday in Greece fantastic and memorable.

Nowhere else in the world, but in Greece, such a large number of monuments of history is concentrated, that even a cursory examination of all the attractions of the country can take several years. Don’t miss your opportunity to visit the Acropolis of Athens – a calling card for Greece, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Palace of King Minos, the Palace of Achilles, the Theatre of Dionysus, the Theatre of Herodes Atticus, the Archaeological Museum and many other unique ancient monuments.
One can talk about Greece for hours, but this specific article will be just pointless, if you don’t ever feel the strong desire in you to visit this dreamy country and see and feel everything on your own!