#uniquedestinations Karytaina, with a long history lost in the mediaeval years, is a hidden treasure in the centre of mountainous Arcadia in the Peloponnese (Greece). Although mountainous Arcadia is generally a favourite weekend getaway for Athenians, Karytaina, 20 km from…
Street food in Athens Trying the local food is one of the best ways to get to know a new city. It is also worthwhile to explore for regional versions of popular foods from other countries. And it’s true that…
5 reasons why Portofino is worth a visit In the beautiful Liguria region of Italy, there are many beauties, but undoubtedly the jewel in the crown is Portofino. The small, almost perfect port has been designated a historical landmark. It…
London is one of the most important culinary destinations in the world. From restaurants with Michelin stars and national cuisines to street canteens, London has something to please everyone. But there is one place that everyone agrees is the best…
Pesto is one of the most famous sauces in the world. It is traditionally made with garlic, pine nuts, coarse salt, basil leaves, and hard cheese, all blended with olive oil. It originated in Italy and especially in Genoa, the…
Although we covered a number of lesser-known Athens attractions in our two previous articles (Revealing the secret sights of Athens and Revealing more secret sights of Athens), the diversity of the city never ceases to astound us. Exploring its streets…
Αν και και με δύο προηγούμενα άρθρα (Αποκαλύπτοντας τα μυστικά αξιοθέατα της Αθήνας και Αποκαλύπτοντας περισσότερα μυστικά αξιοθέατα της Αθήνας) έχουμε αναφερθεί σε αρκετά άγνωστα αξιοθέατα της Αθήνας, η ποικιλομορφία της πόλης δεν σταματά ποτέ να μας εντυπωσιάζει και η…
Lake Plastira / Plastiras, or Lake Tavropou officially, is located at an altitude of 750 metres near the city of Karditsa. Karditsa is the capital of the prefecture of the same name, in the region of Thessaly in Central Greece.…
Lucerne (or “Luzern” in German) is the largest city in Central Switzerland and lies on the western shore of Lake Lucerne. Although it started as a small fishing village, it grew into an important staging and commercial point when the…
