Eretria, A Beautiful Place Close To Athens
Eretria, one of the most important cities-states in antiquity, is an important seaside resort in the prefecture of Evia, founded in 1824 after the destruction of Psara and has 4,166 inhabitants according to the 2011 census.. Hence its first name which was Nea Psara and was given by the survivors of Psara who settled in its territories.
The current
town, which has important companies around the sectors of accommodation,
catering and entertainment, is connected to Attica via the ferry line Eretria -
Oropos but also through the road network Eretria - Chalkida - Athens.
Things to
do during your stay in Eretria – excursions
One of the
most famous cities of Evia that is worth to visit is Edipsos. It is located in
the northern part of the second largest island in Greece. Access to the area is
very easy as it is only 151 km from Athens. From Athens the visitor will need
two and a half hours and only 3:30 from Thessaloniki (having calculated the
route by ferry boat). Edipsos has been known since antiquity for its thermal
baths but also in recent years, as one of the most cosmopolitan spa resorts.
Edipsos is a tourist center that hosts daily, especially during the summer
months, about 40,000 vacationers.
Limni is a
historic town in Northern Evia, at a distance of 70 km from Chalkida. It is one
of the most picturesque cities of Evia with golden sandy beaches and
traditional houses with red tiles, built amphitheatrically, which reach the
port. It is an ideal destination for a peaceful vacation near the sea and away
from the stress of the city. On the beach of Limni you will find many ouzo
bars, taverns, cafes and bars, all by the sea and with excellent views of the
Gulf of Evia, but also the green slopes. The coastal road is full of life and
gives you many options to relax or have fun with your friends.
Eretria is always
a nice solution for those they are seeking something close to Athens. Numerous
possibilities for daily excursions in Evia’s great places, villages, beaches,
Dirfis Mountain etc make your stay in Eretria really amazing! Eretria Hotel and spa resort Check for hotels
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