Halkidiki in Greece
Located in the northern part of Greece is the amazing vacation resort of Halkidiki. Rich in natural beauty, it is a favourite of visitors from Greece and abroad. Halkidiki comprises of a mainland region and 3 peninsulas: Kassandra, Sithonia and Mount Athos (Agio Oros). All 3 peninsulas have common characteristics, such as lush hillsides, dazzling sandy beaches, significant historical sites, and picturesque mountain and seaside villages.The Sithonia peninsula in Halkidiki, Greece, is the ideal vacation spot for those who want to spend their time on superb beaches, soaking up the sun and swimming in the crystal-clear sea.Upon entering the Sithonia peninsula from the western side, you will come across the beaches of Kortessa, Lagada and the lovely Halkidiki beaches of Nikiti, which are situated beneath verdant hills.
After Nikiti, there is a long stretch of sand that curves into coves, creating small, breathtaking beaches with azure waters, including the Sithonia beaches of Kastri, Agios Ioannis, Koviou, Kalogria, Spathies and Elia.Traveling towards the holiday resort of Neos Marmaras, you will find the beaches of Tripotamos and Paradissos (meaning heaven), which does justice to its name. The beaches in Neos Marmaras are beautiful, lined with trees and resting next to beach bars and restaurants.On the southwestern side of Sithonia, Halkidiki, there are the beaches of Diaporti, Azapiko and Toroni, which is long, sandy and has very clean waters. In Porto Koufo, visitors can swim in a sheltered bay area.Located in the southeastern coast is the stunning beach of Kalamitsi, which is actually a series of smaller golden sandy beaches with dazzling waters.
Traveling northwards on the eastern side is the bay area of Sykia, with its charming beaches; Kriaritsi, Klimataria, Linaraki and Agrida.Sarti Beach, Platanitsi Beach and Achlada Beach are splendid, with soft sands, pine trees, water sports facilities and beach bars. The famous Kavourotripes Beach is the most stunning of all Sithonia Beaches, as it has turquoise waters and unique rocky formations. The wonderful beach of Armenistis is located among a lush pine-forested area.There are several lovely Sithonia beaches along the northeastern coast, such as the beaches of Zografou, Lankara and Karydi. The settlement of Vourvourou offers some very impressive verdant beaches, with coves and pool-like waters.While on holidays in Halkidiki, the unique Cave of Petralona with the numerous stalactites and stalagmites is the first sight you must visit. It is the most important cave with paleontological interest. Here was discovered the human skeleton of 700.000 years age which indicates that the first human who lived in Greece and in Europe has lived in Halkidiki.Ancient Stagira is one more station, birthplace of the greatest Greek philosopher Aristotle. The statue of Aristotle and many ancient towers are situated at the west part of the village.Arnea, one of the most picturesque villages of north Halkidiki, where in a distance of 3km of its settlement were located, wrecks of civilization which many connect with the city "Arne" referred by the historical Thoukididis.Agio Oros (Holy Mountain), the Monastic community of Orthodoxy is situated on Mount Athos, at the third peninsula of Halkidiki and it is only 61km away from our hotel complex. It is one of the most remarkable sights of Greece with the originality of monastic life and the unique monuments of Middle Age of excellent architecture.Have your holidays in Halkidiki and you will not regret it!
Halkidiki, also Chalkidiki, Chalcidice or Chalkidike (Greek: Χαλκιδική, [xalciðiˈci]), is a peninsula in northern Greece, and one of the regional units of Greece. It is part of the region of Central Macedonia. The autonomous Mount Athos region is part of the peninsula, but not of the regional unit. The capital of Chalkidiki is the main town of Polygyros, located in the centre of the peninsula.
The Cholomontas mountains lie in the northcentral part of Chalkidiki. Chalkidiki consists of a large peninsula in the northwestern Aegean Sea, resembling a hand with three "fingers" (though in Greek these peninsulas are often referred to as "legs") – Pallene (now Kassandra), Sithonia, and Agion Oros (the ancient Acte), which contains Mount Athos and its monasteries. Chalkidiki borders on the regional unit of Thessaloniki to the north.Its largest towns are Nea Moudania (Νέα Μουδανιά), Nea Kallikrateia (Νέα Καλλικράτεια) and the main town of Polygyros (Πολύγυρος).There are several summer resorts on the beaches of all three fingers where other minor towns and villages are located, such as at Yerakini (Gerakina Beach), Neos Marmaras (Porto Carras), Ouranoupolis, Nikiti, Psakoudia, Kallithea (Pallene/Pallini, Athos), Sani Resort and more
They say that nowhere in Greece can boast beaches like those of Halkidiki. The region has the perfect combination of that distinctive Greek light, unspoiled landscapes, colours and fragrances. And the glorious natural setting is complemented by the rich culinary fare of the region and the living religious traditions of its people, manifested in a host of feast days and other ceremonies and rituals. This is a place where all your senses will come to life, whether on the endless expanses of sand of the fashionable, cosmopolitan beaches, or in the intimacy of the many secluded bays and coves. The scent of the pine trees and the salt brine of the sea combine to relax the body and spirit, leaving you at peace to enjoy the grandeur of the region’s famed sunrises and sunsets.
It is said that the great philosopher Aristotle loved the honey of Halkidiki, and you too will love the land and the rich produce of its gardens and orchards. The region is formed of three peninsulas or ‘feet’, each with its own unique charm, history and magic. There is Kassandra, or Pallini, scene of the Battle of the Giants in ancient mythology; Sithonia, a magical place of green forest and blue sea; and Mt. Athos, the world’s only monastic state, home to twenty historic monasteries. Truly a place of dreams, and you dream has only just begun…
The Ghotels group of hotels in Halkidiki consists of 5 hotel units covering every taste, The Athos Palace Hotel, The Pallini Beach Hotel and Bungalows, The Theophano Imperial Palace, The Macedonia Sun Hotel and The Simantro Beach Hotel.
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