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Far from the world
Once upon a time, there was a rugged, mountainous Greek country, completely devoid of roads, yet populated and proud of its history.
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Zagori, a captivating region!
Stereotypes sometimes have long lives and short memories. Especially those related to tourism, even when it’s popular. Thus, when we talk about the villages of Zagori in Epirus, we often refer to this region of immense beauty, presumably off the beaten track and even unknown to most tourists.
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Deep Thessaly
In Greece, in the heights of recent years, goats have become increasingly rare, as have cattle. This is the almost new situation in Western Thessaly, on the Pindus massif as well as on the plains. And as for men… Greek land!
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In the mountain of Pindos
For those in the know, Agrafa remains a mountainous territory—one that, until just a few years ago, was virtually “inaccessible” and, by all accounts, shrouded in mystery. This vast region is brimming with gems perched along its slopes, overlooking rushing waters, narrow valleys, and lakes; their very stones embody the rich regional heritage. Nestled between lakes and mountains, these villages define the unique character of mainland Greece—a blend that is, ideally, a harmonious mix of culture, history, and culinary delights, all set against an extraordinary natural backdrop.
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Bridges and Roads
In western Thessaly, not far from the famous Meteora, lies the village of Sarakína and its historic bridge of the same name, which spans the bed of the Piniós River. In the past, this bridge served as a transit point for travel toward the settlements of the Aspropótamos region—nestled in the Pindus mountain range, between Thessaly and the neighboring region of Epirus. “The grandeur of the multi-arched bridge, combined with the massive rock formation nearby, commands the visitor’s attention,” state promotional materials for tourists issued by local authorities. Or rather, it *used* to command it.