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Wednesday , March 1, 2023 | Pinewood International American School of Thessaloniki

Arachova–Skiing and Archaeology

The village of Arachova has long been called the “Mykonos of winter," as it attracts more visitors than any other winter destination.

As the closest village to Greece's largest ski resort on Mount Parnassos and only three hours from Athens, Arachova transforms into a full-fledged cosmopolitan meeting place during the cold months with high-end stores, ski rentals, luxury hotels and spas, gourmet and traditional restaurants, and numerous bars and nightspots.

As for skiing, while no Greek resort comes close to the size of the major centers in the Alps and elsewhere, Parnassos offers some great slopes of all levels, as well as access to backcountry runs for the more adventurous. While it can get very crowded on sunny weekends, during the week the resort offers a very satisfying ski experience with no queues.

In addition to the slopes, the mountain has much more to offer–most notably the archaeological site of Delphi, the former seat of the famous oracle, which is just a short drive from Arachova. There are also many beautiful walks through the forests of the mountain, including one that takes you to the archaeological site, with breathtaking views over the valley deep below.

Bibliography

Dilouambaka, Ethel. “Where To Go In Greece In The Winter.” Culture Trip, https://theculturetrip.com/ europe/greece/articles/where-to-go-in-greece-in-thewinter/

Gimouki, Eleni. “Top 11 Winter Destinations In Greece in 2023.” The Tour Guy, 18 November 2022, https:// thetourguy.com/travel-blog/greece/top-winterdestinations-in-greece/

“The top 10 places to visit in Greece in the winter.” eKath merini.com, 18 November 2022 https://www.ekathimerini.com/society/1198361/thetop-10-places-to-visit-in-greece-in-the-winter/