Monday, 13 October 2014

Romancing the Rivers of Greece!

Acherontas river

Acherontas river is in Epirus. It rises in the Souli mountains and empties into the Ionian Sea, after an almost 60 kilometres flow. Acherontas is a very impressive water mass and ancient Greeks believed that the entrance to the Kingdom of the Underworld, Hades, started from it’s sources, because of it’s imposing appearance. Today, the visitor will find a bright green area flown through the river at the sources of Acherontas river, near Parga. It’s a very beautiful place. You can swim, if you are although the water of the river is cold, or do rafting or horse riding. Whatever you prefer, one is for sure: you’ll be fond of Acherontas River sources.

Aggitis springs

They can be found at a distance of  20 kms away from the city of Drama.  The Cave of the river called Aggitis is located nearby. It is a Cave created by river waters where many archaeological findings and a tusk of mammoth have been found. The scenery is beautiful. Visiting the area is a unique experience!

Sources of Ladonas River

Ladonas River is one of the oldest rivers in Greece. You will find it in Peloponnese. Its waters are shared between Achaia and Arcadia. The sources can be found near the village Likouria  in the prefecture of Achaia. River Ladonas was described by Pausanias as the most beautiful river in Greece! It is therefore worthwhile to enjoy the beautiful sight of its sources …

Voidomatis River

Voidomatis river,  a 215 kilometers  length branch of Aoos river,  is located in the prefecture of Ioannina in Epirus. It flows around Konitsa, in one of the most beautiful route crossings of Greece with its most spectacular  view being the mountain scenery at Gorge Vikos. The area has been declared as a national park since 1973.