Old villages near Halkidiki

Q: What historical monuments of Halkidiki belong to the ancient period?

The ruins of ancient Stagira, the birthplace of Aristotle, include the agora and the IV century BC water supply system. In Toroni, the remains of the Minoan harbor and fortifications of the classical period are preserved. The Polygyros Archaeological Museum exhibits artifacts from Mycenaean tombs and ancient sanctuaries of Artemis.

Q: Where to go to Halkidiki with children for educational rest?

In the village of Arnea, children will see traditional Macedonian mansions of the XIX century with carved wooden balconies. The Maritime Museum in Nea Mudanha displays a collection of shells and models of ancient ships. At Cape Posidi, you can watch dolphins and study the work of the lighthouse built in 1864.

Q: Where in Halkidiki to take the most picturesque photos?

Vourvouru Bay with turquoise water and white cliffs creates spectacular contrasts. Old Neos Marmaras with its stone houses and flowering courtyards is an ideal location for atmospheric shots. The view of the sunset from the Sithonia peninsula, framed by pine trees and olive groves, has become the hallmark of the region.

Q: What little-known but unique places of Halkidiki are worth visiting?

In the village of Parthenonas, houses of the XV century with stonework of Byzantine masters have been preserved. The island of Amorgos is famous for a cave with stalactites of unusual spiral shape. In the vicinity of Nikiti you can find ancient Thracian dolmens about 3000 years old.

Q: What legends are associated with the sights of Halkidiki?

According to legend, the monks of Athos saved the miraculous icon of the Virgin from the iconoclasts, transporting it by sea on dolphins. In the cave of Petralona, local residents for centuries found “lightning stones” – fossilized mollusks of the Jurassic period. Old men in Arnea tell of the ghost of a Turkish pasha roaming at night in the old quarter.

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Sarti Township

The village of Sarti stands on the site of an ancient city of the same name in the eastern part of the Sithonia Peninsula. This pl …

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Metamorphosi village

The village of Metamorphosi is located in the northern part of the Sithonia Peninsula, seven kilometers from Nikiti. One of the fa …

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Elya village

Elya is a small settlement of the peninsula of Chalkidia. Loved by tourists and vacationers. Amazingly beautiful nature, excellent …

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Possidy Township

Possidi is located on the peninsula of Halkidiki. A place of fishermen, a fragrant pine grove around. It is believed that Possi …

Toroni Township

Toroni is a small town known for its golden beaches. It is located near Halkidiki. This place with developed infrastructure is ide …

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The village of Neos Marmaras

On the west coast of the Sithonia Peninsula, there is one of the favorite tourist resorts of Neos Marmaras. This small port town i …

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Hanioti village

The small resort town of Hanioti is a favorite holiday destination for tourists. It is a lively, developed and thoughtful resort o …

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Califea village

Calithea is a small but densely populated village in Halkidiki. In the summer, it is especially crowded due to tourists. The name …

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"The Charm of Sithonia" The most beautiful beaches and landscapes of the Halkidiki Peninsula

Sithonia, located in the heart of Halkidiki, conquers at first sight. Peace, nature, tranquility and Greek hospitality await you h …

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Halkidiki – the cave of Petralona and the birthplace of Aristotle (excursion from Thessaloniki)

Excursion to Halkidiki - a combination of natural and historical sights of the region with a visit to the cave of Petralon and the …

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