This park is located near a historical center of the city, its territory hosts a small zoological garden. The main inhabitants of this scenic nature nook are rabbits. Also the park is home to several types of birds. A visit to the old Paraschakis Family Olive Oil Factory will be a captivating adventure for the whole family, this factory is specialized in olive oil production. Tourists have a chance to learn the …
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The Pigadi restaurant is popular eating house specializing in ethnic cuisine. The restaurant is located in a historical center of the city; the eating house is among a dozen of the best gastronomic establishments of Crete. Despite high standards the restaurant still keeps a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. Each evening the restaurant is visited by many regular customers coming to enjoy favorite dishes and flavored …
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The festival features special entertainment programs for the youngest participants of the festival as well exciting events for adults with the graffiti tournament being one of them. Street artists exhibit their amazing works of pictorial are right in the streets. Romantic dreamers will appreciate dancing out in the open; local cuisine admirers will have a great opportunity to try all the local specialities cooked in …
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In one of the beautiful streets leading to the old town, is located the church of St. Francis, which is considered one of the city's most beautiful architectural monuments of the Renaissance. Once, the church was part of a large abbey complex, which has not survived until our days. Only two preserved centuries-old chapels remind of it. The church has long been used as a cultural center. It often hosts art …
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7. Jewelries and watches are strongly recommended to be bought in specialized stores only. Local markets offer a vast assortment of the items, however chances are to get a fake one at a rather high price.
8. Bargaining is welcome in local shops and centers, usually it helps to well reduce a price. Tourists are recommended to be well backed up with change to pay for goods and services. Almost all big …
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After a tour tourists have an opportunity to visit one of the observation platforms and enjoy a fantastic vibrant view of the city. The most famous fortifying construction of the city is the Fortezza castle. Built in 1573 the castle has been preserved till nowadays in part only. Its territory hosts an age-old church and several observation platforms. The Archeological museum of Rethymno is one of the most …
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Greece - moving around the country
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There are 5 large international airports in the country. About 22 of them have the national status. They also have a right to welcome international flights, but the capacity of their terminals is not too large. Another 25 airports in the country are designed for domestic flights; in particular, for flights from the mainland to the island of Greece. All international airports welcome about 85% of the total number of visitors to the country. They are located close to the major cities of Greece, which can be reached either by public transport, by taxi or transfer. While waiting for the flight or arriving at the airport, passengers can use ATMs or local and international bank offices at the terminal exit. There are various restaurants and cafes, as well as medical aid and baby care rooms in the airport area. Passengers can look into the picturesque souvenir shops and expensive branded boutiques.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Greece
There is a large number of theater festivals in Greece, because the country is the birthplace of this art. In December, there is a festival of puppet theaters and pantomime in Thessaloniki. About 40 different performances are shown during 11 days. Lectures, master classes and seminars are held in the city. The Greeks are very fond of music, so music festivals are often held on the summer terraces. RockWave in Athens, where dozens of the most famous rock artists of Greece and foreign musicians come every year, is among the largest. Other significant event takes place on the island of Samothraki. That’s the world music festival.
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