Lake Vouliagmeni also known as Vouliagemi and Heraion lagoon is 3.5 kms from Ancient Heraion and the lake is a picturesque area surrounded by many cafes and tavernas. We had it all to ourselves as it was still out of season, but it is thronged with visitors once the peak summer holidays start. Below is the tiny church ofContinue reading “Heraion lagoon”
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Corinth Canal
Time for the engineering nerd to get his manmade structure on with a visit to the Corinth Canal. The Corinth Canal is an artificial canal that connects the Gulf of Corinth in the Ionian Sea with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It is 4 miles in length and only 80.7 feet wide meaningContinue reading “Corinth Canal”
Street Scenes
Back to roaming some of the less explored areas of Athens now and we’re planning on heading for the Central Market (Varvakios Agora) and the nearby neighbourhood of Little Asia. But as usual I get hugely sidetracked by the incredible amounts of street art to be found. From tiny stickers on lamp posts, to fullContinue reading “Street Scenes”
It’s a Little Kooky…
On our way back to our hotel the hubby made the fatal error of pointing out a rather colourful alleyway . . . welcome to an Alice in Wonderland inspired kaleidoscope of craziness! This is Little Kook – a fairytale-inspired cafe offering sweet and savory other treats in a whirlwind of cotton candy, whimsical decor.Continue reading “It’s a Little Kooky…”
Street art
Monastiraki is not only a shopping mecca, it’s also home to a host of vibrant street art covering every surface. Enjoy a selection of wall art from our street wanderings. I am particularly taken with this colourful wall / moped combo! As well as street art, the other joy are piles and piles of books,Continue reading “Street art”
Monastiraki
Monastiraki is one of the oldest neighborhoods of Athens, located at the heart of the city. Monastiraki is a heady mix of culture, architecture and shopping streets full of a jumble of artisanal soaps, traditional crafts, handmade sandals and souvenir T-shirts Evil eyes and traditional pottery abounds. Leather belts in any colour? You’re covered! TakeContinue reading “Monastiraki”
Ancient Acropolis
The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens. It is an iconic sight and one we’ve wanted to bag for years! It contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historical significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The entrance to theContinue reading “Ancient Acropolis”
Nudist beach!
While we wait for the old town of Alonissos to wake up, we pop to a nearby beach. This rather disturbing shack proclaims that it is actually a nudist beach!
Alonnisos old town
Alonnisos old town is a sleepy little place that was rescued from virtual abandonment following a natural disaster. When we first arrive in the morning it is completely shut up and still sleeping! So we have a quick mooch around and then plan to come back later. Even shut up and empty, the town hasContinue reading “Alonnisos old town”
Beach variations
Tzortzi Gialos beach and Kokkino Kastro show the vast variation of beaches on Alonnisos. From white pebbles to deep red cliffs, all of the beaches have their own unique characters.