Zitsa’s signature wine is a semi-sweet rose known for its subtly spicy flavour and counts the famous Philhellene Lord Byron as one of its many enthusiasts. Other locally-produced varieties include the white Debina, as well as the red Bekari and Vlahiko wines. The Glinavos Estate produces these varieties from their picturesque vineyards in Zitsa. Wine tastings and tours are one of the highlights of the area.
Wine connoisseurs and style conscious travellers will find refuge at the Katogi Averoff Hotel and winery in Metsovo. Tip-toeing the fine line between the local traditional style and simplistic minimalism, the hotel’s 15 rooms manage to bring the colourful local culture to life. With its own winery located in the basement as well as a restaurant and bar, guests will feel as though there is just as much culture inside the hotel as there is outside within the picturesque alleyways of the village.
Just a leisurely drive over the hills of the historic town of Corfu lies one of the island's most captivating wineries, complete with a divine local restaurant, gastronomy shop, verdant landscapes and a healthy dose of Ionian culture.
Over 2000 historical artefacts are on display in this folklore museum housed in the former school house of the small village of Elafotopos. The exhibits mainly focus on the tools used by the numerous builders and craftsmen throughout the region dating as early as 1800.
Nestled within a fertile valley and surrounded by the Nemertsika, Tymfi and Grammos mountains lies an environment which has become a miniature Eden for several species of wildlife. Covering over 1500 stremmata, visitors to the park can see several types of deer, mountain goats, wild cats, and wild boars. There are also several types of flora and tree species found within the area, which is kept fertile by the Aoos River. The park is open daily and a wildlife resort and restaurant also operate on the premises.
Entering the city of Feres and standing above the ancient river Samia, you will come across one of the most beautiful Byzantine buildings to have partially remained standing upright despite the passage of time. This aqueduct, which once transported water from a distant well in a Monastery, was built 800 years ago.
Originally founded in 1861, this former school was a leading centre of the art of iconography during the 19th century. Centuries before the school was opened, the village of Kapesovo became well known for its talented iconographers whose works can be seen in churches throughout Greece. Today it houses a small collection of objects related […]
In the municipality of Opountia, Atalanti Valley, lies Domaine Hatzimichalis where cool breezes flow down from Mount Parnassos to create a unique ecosystem for vines to grow. This wine grower aims to further the social and cultural values of the local vicinity.
Winery and Guesthouse both located within the village of Polydroso, surrounded by a small vineyard.Was expanded in 2011, in two areas.You can only experience the variety of wines in the specially designed place (cellar) or if you wish to reside in Polydroso.
Known for its perfect Robola wines, this winery and vineyard is open to the public, so take a tour and ask the owner about the history of the vineyard and the history of wine in Kefallonia. You’ll not only gain a great appreciation of the processes, you’ll also be able to taste Robola wine first-hand.