Greece - a sun-drenched country with alluring nature
Greece is a real paradise for nature lovers. Most of all, travellers have a trip to Greece for the remarkable beaches and islands, spread across the four seas that surround it. You’ll find the Cretan and Libyan Seas in the south of the country, while the Ionian Sea touches the western coast, including the peninsula Peloponnese, and the eastern part of Greece is moistened by the Aegean Sea. Here you'll find the beautiful region of Thessaly and its naturalistic Sporades Islands. The touristic appeal of the islands peaks in the summer, but the other seasons offer just as amazing views of brightly coloured forests (in spring) and a fiery palette of pastel colors (in autumn). The weather is mild and sunny, creating the perfect environment for outdoor adventures. You can rent a Greek holiday house to be even closer to these places!
The scenery of Greece doesn’t just end with the sea and beaches. There’s a profusion of remarkable vistas in the mainland and hinterland of the islands as well. Roaring rivers and tranquil lakes, gorgeous waterfalls and wetlands that are full of life, beautiful gorges, and blue caves carved in the waters. There’s an abundance of green pastures, gardens, and woodlands, but also mesmerizing dunes found in the Gomati Desert. The restless mountains with soaring peaks and impressive rock formations like the Petrino Dasos draw hikers and mountaineers from all over the world. Greece has an abundance of beaches and islands, but the country is mainly mountainous. There are around 40 mountain ranges that rise above 2,000 meters. The highest mountain is situated in the region of Macedonia and it elevates at 2,917 meters in the Mytikas peak. This is namely Mount Olympus that, according to mythology, was the proud home of the Greek gods. The mountains of Greece are greatly appreciated and valued for their biodiversity and unique ecosystems, influenced by Europe, Africa, and Asia. This is why the areas are protected. Some of the most exotic animal species includes the tortoise, chameleon, and the stellagama. In the sea, you can spot many dolphins and even swim with them! The marine animal community also includes swordfish, tuna, squid, and mackerel. Already curious? Plan a trip to Greece and book one of the Greek holiday houses on Nature.house!
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