The foundations of western culture are rooted in Greece, and it's a country that everyone should visit once. From the party island vibe to the rich history, there is something for everyone. But holidays can be expensive. Luckily, many Greece hotels offer great cost-saving deals to lighten the burden of your holiday and give you a chance to visit this amazing country. Here are some sights to see that will assist with the hotel deals in keeping the price of your Greek venture down.
Reaching well into the 40s, the Greek summer - May to October - is a warm affair, and for sun seekers, the perfect opportunity to develop a tan and explore. The amount of historical sites on offer is amazing, but sticking with Athens will allow you to see one of the most famous. Built on top of the The Acropolis, The Parthenon is one of the oldest structures in Europe. The ancient temple, dating to around 500 BC was built to celebrate the Goddess Athena. Through the ages it has served as places of worship for many religions, and at one point an arms depot. The site is open year round (8am - 5pm in the winter and 8am - 7pm in the summer) and the price of admission is 12 Euros per person. At the height of summer, it is advisable to visit in the cooler periods of the day, as it can get quite hot at the top.
Natural history is also a prominent affair in Greece, and shouldn't be overlooked. Crete provides one of the best examples of Greece's natural beauty, with The Samaria Gorge. Open between May 1st and October 15th, the gorge has a diverse mixture of fauna and flora to indulge your visual cravings, including the rare kri-kri, a species of goat native to the island. Undeniably, the gorge's most impressive feature is 'The Iron Gates', a stretch narrowing to just four metres in width but with sides that tower above you over 1000 metres. Walking the gorge in its entirety can take anywhere from four to seven hours, and though there is plenty of drinking water on route there are no food outlets, so it is recommended you pack enough food for the trip. Admission to the gorge is 5 Euros.
Greeks are renowned for their love of food, and anyone who shares this passion should seek out the many festivals held all over the country to celebrate the gastronomic traditions. Skala Kaloni Festival on the island of Lesbos is one such festival. Held in the first weekend of August, the festival celebrates the island's love of sardines with many different dishes based around the fish, and plenty of Ouzo flowing, often at no cost.
If the idea of this festival excites you, and you are looking for hotels to stay in, the island's Marilena Hotel comes highly recommended. Located on the north coast of the island, it has a calm relaxing atmosphere and numerous facilities to accommodate your stay. As hotels deals go this one ranks highly, charging a minimal price for rooms.
Reaching well into the 40s, the Greek summer - May to October - is a warm affair, and for sun seekers, the perfect opportunity to develop a tan and explore. The amount of historical sites on offer is amazing, but sticking with Athens will allow you to see one of the most famous. Built on top of the The Acropolis, The Parthenon is one of the oldest structures in Europe. The ancient temple, dating to around 500 BC was built to celebrate the Goddess Athena. Through the ages it has served as places of worship for many religions, and at one point an arms depot. The site is open year round (8am - 5pm in the winter and 8am - 7pm in the summer) and the price of admission is 12 Euros per person. At the height of summer, it is advisable to visit in the cooler periods of the day, as it can get quite hot at the top.
Natural history is also a prominent affair in Greece, and shouldn't be overlooked. Crete provides one of the best examples of Greece's natural beauty, with The Samaria Gorge. Open between May 1st and October 15th, the gorge has a diverse mixture of fauna and flora to indulge your visual cravings, including the rare kri-kri, a species of goat native to the island. Undeniably, the gorge's most impressive feature is 'The Iron Gates', a stretch narrowing to just four metres in width but with sides that tower above you over 1000 metres. Walking the gorge in its entirety can take anywhere from four to seven hours, and though there is plenty of drinking water on route there are no food outlets, so it is recommended you pack enough food for the trip. Admission to the gorge is 5 Euros.
Greeks are renowned for their love of food, and anyone who shares this passion should seek out the many festivals held all over the country to celebrate the gastronomic traditions. Skala Kaloni Festival on the island of Lesbos is one such festival. Held in the first weekend of August, the festival celebrates the island's love of sardines with many different dishes based around the fish, and plenty of Ouzo flowing, often at no cost.
If the idea of this festival excites you, and you are looking for hotels to stay in, the island's Marilena Hotel comes highly recommended. Located on the north coast of the island, it has a calm relaxing atmosphere and numerous facilities to accommodate your stay. As hotels deals go this one ranks highly, charging a minimal price for rooms.
Bea Patman works in the travel industry and writes about great holiday destinations and deals.
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