The whiteness and simplicity of mainland Greece’s architecture is endearing and distinctive. Dating back some 3,500 years, Greece’s capital, Athens, reaches back to the Classical period. The city is dominated by the famous Acropolis which has stood for over 2,000 years, standing almost as guardian to the city and witness to its rich history. Athens’ other primary sights include the Ancient Agora, the National Archaeological Museum and the Museum of Cycladic Art.
Athens is some 5 hours from Villa Aphrodite by road (or 1 hour flight by helicopter), which itself is situated in an exceedingly picturesque area little visited by tourists. A peaceful haven, the Pelion coastline offers an idyllic retreat for weary visitors seeking a sanctuary away form the hustle and bustle of working life.
With views out to the Pagasitic Gulf, with its green verdant hills and waters swashbuckling into the cliffs, the Pelion coastline is a truly unspoiled area of mainland Greece looking out towards the islands of Skiathos and Skopelos. The countryside of this region is bountiful, lush; forested mountain slopes give way to folds of mesmerizing coastline which shelter secluded sandy coves, brightly coloured fishing boats and quaint tavernas. The coastline has not experienced the negative forces of modern tourism and remains authentic, refined and peaceful. The small villages which line the coast are have their own distinctive local architecture and ornate wood carvings.
