Τετάρτη 2 Ιουλίου 2014

Central Evia ....



Evia is an island as well as a mainland region that stretches along the northeast coast of mainland Greece.
Divided into three major geographic regions: northern, central and southern Evia.
Compines everything: 
Lush and beautiful forests, coastline with beautiful sandy beaches,fantastic landscapes ,ancient treasures,nice food ,etc
It is the second largest island after Crete area enjoys a privileged geographic position.




  


Central Evia lists beautiful villages on the slopes of Dirfys Mountain....

                                                        Dirfys Mountain...
Favorite destination of climbers and especially all kinds of admirers mountainous natures well as begin from here dozens of marked trails that lead to entirely different kind of trails in the heart of Dirfys.



                                                           Steni of Dirfis
 Particularly fascinating is the Steni of Dirfys, a traditional full green village  on the slopes of Dirfys.Steni is one of the most famous winter resorts in Greece. One of the most picturesque villages of Evia, built on the sides of Dirfys, the highest mountain in Evia,



                                                                              Kimi
Visitors have plenty to see Kimi, a beautiful small town and the region who "supervise" the Aegean Sea from a privileged position. It is the reason why they called usefull Balcony of the Aegean.


Kimi is built in a green area overlooking the Aegean Sea Characteristic is the architecture with stone houses and cobblestone paths that give unique color...





                                              Shop  handicrafts made of silkworms cocoon.
The Women's Cooperative of Kymi is weaving up something special! 
For the past few decades, the cocoons of silkworms have been used as thread to create beautiful embroideries of different sizes and designs.

 


Nearly 2km of Kimi is located the green setting of Choneytiko, with the thermal spring of the area.
 The water is famous for its beneficial effect on the kidney patients.



 
                                                                                          Doctor Georgios Papanikolaou

In Kimi was born the eminent Doctor and founder of the exfoliative cytology Georgios Papanikolaou (1883-1962),
 Leader of Cytology, Georgios Papanikolaou is one of the leading doctors of the 20th century.
The observation of vaginal smear and finding this atypical cells, which apofolidountai (peel) of the neoplasm of the uterine cervix, led him the discovery of the Pap Test.  

A test that ensures early detection of cervical cancer and salvation gynaikonse million worldwide.


Lake of Dystos is one of the best places for birdwatching in Evia island.  
A half-day trip in late January yielded 57 species, among them birds of prey like Long-legged Buzzard and Merlin.



                                                                          Eretria
Eretria is an important natural port of Evia,with rich history.  
The ancient Eretria was an important city and inhabited by the Geometric to the early Christian period. Major attractions in the area 


                                                             Ancient Theatre of Eretria. 
 
The theater is the most impressive of the monuments of ancient Eretria. This is one of the oldest known monuments of the species. Based on evidence provided by the architectural remains of the stage should be initially constructed in the 5th century. BC, after the Persian destruction and rebuilding of the city, while the period of greatest flourishing was the 4th century. B.C.



The vaulted underground passage leading to the center of the orchestra


                                                         The "House of the Mosaics".  

House which was built in 370 BC, Particularly important is the mosaic floor with representations a Nereid on Hippocampus, battles between the Arimaspians and griffins, sphinxes and Lefyton.



                                                The temple of Apollo Daphnephoros
In the sanctuary of Apollo at Eretria Daphnephoros uncovered the remains of various phases of operation (the first hekatompedon apsidal church in the 8th century BC, over to it one peripteral Ionic order early 6th century BC and the third, also peripteral, but Doric style the end of that century, which was destroyed during the Persian invasion in 490 BC).


                                                  
                                                     Archaeological Museum of Eretria
The Museum of Eretria is one of the major museums of Greek space, which presents findings from different eras. A prominent position in these holding sculptures of the temple of Apollo,As most important exhibits may be considered a complex sculpture of Theseus and Antiope from the west pediment of the temple of Apollo Daphnephoros at Eretria, clay statuette of Centaurus by the Λευκαντί, which is the earliest presentation of this mythological being, the bronze horse blinder with presentation from northern Syria and Panathenaic amphorae.



Central Evia has several fantastic beaches ....for every taste... 

 Beach Hiliadou 



Beach Hiliadou has kept all the aesthetic characteristics of this beautiful picture, coupled with small studios that offer moment of peace for holiday in a magnificent scenery, which is perhaps one of the best in Greece.

















Beach of Vythouri

The beach of Vythouri is a magnificent beach with crystal clear turquoise waters behind Dirfy mountain.. 


On the beach and in the water there are small pebbles. 
The beach is very small and will rarely see a lot of people.(dont go on August)

Also there is no  taverns, nor cafeteria, so it would be good to have equipped from before.  

The beach is preferred by many for free camping.
(not allowed ...but if you be carefull is ok .)


Kalamos beach



Kalamos is a beautiful beach with turquoise waters and white sand . 
The sea deepens abruptly at the first steps .
There is thick white sand both on the beach and into the sea.
If you want to stay overnight in the area there are rooms to let.









Tsilaro beach
The beach of Tsilaro is a bay in the north of the village Vitala of Kymi, very clean beach and waters ideal for swimming. 
The Tsilaro is not in the list of the famous beaches of Evia and is ideal for isolation and peace. 


It is a beautiful beach with white pebbles and crystal clear turquoise waters. 
The green slopes of the mountain reach up to the sea. 
Unfortunately there are no trees on the beach no natural shade, so you can always carry your umbrella. 

 Beach Thapsa
 Located in Kimi, Evia Central, in the path to the beach Tsilaro and is one of the most inaccessible beaches of Evia.
 You definitely need 4x4 to get there and has about a 10km craggy of off road paths.


The end of the route however will be a dream gift of astonishing beauty spot, a natural swimming pool with beautiful water, a little bay just for you and your friends....


Korasida beach


The beach Korasida is a beautiful pebble beach that look like bonbons and crystal clear turquoise waters (a perfect combination of mountain and sea). 




 This beach is one of the most picturesque of Greece.
Also close to the beach,there are the unformed and undeveloped caves, ,the cave Tsiplogianni and the cave Chaskza

 You can do many kind of thinks.....us it is also an Eco Tourist destination(all Evia)






 Accommodation: Choose among family run pensions, welcoming guesthouses or luxurious hotels and spas.



 Dine in one of the taverns and ouzeri famous for their good food  ......



 







You can arrive to Evia 

 by Ferry From Rafina, Agia Marina, Koropi, Volos

 by Bus  From Athens and Thessaloniki

 by train... www.ose.gr

Tip...Always you can rent sailing boats but a long time before you go...

Enjoy...


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