January 2011: Let's hit the slopes

Welcome to Greece! This month is dedicated to all of you winter lovers. Visit Greece this winter and slide down snow-covered slopes through dense magic forests. All you have to do is choose your favourite mountain in Greece. Some of you already did on our facebook page. The rest of you who didn't, don't worry. In this newsletter, we present you the 4 most favourite ski resorts. But that's not all. We also planned sightseeing tours for you to near-by traditional villages, archaeological sites, mystery caves, and local wineries.

The visitgreece web team wishes you a truly Happy New Year! Whichever the resolutions you've made, may this be a year of exhilarating journeys, and startling discoveries.

Intense ski activity on Mt. Helmós

A mythological mountain offers you the magic of sliding smoothly down snowy slopes, and enjoying extreme mountain sports. Ski down this mountain, and feel like Olympic downhill gold medalist. Discover wonders of nature, peer into Greece's modern history, and allow yourself the indulgence in wine tasting at the near-by vineyards.
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About skiing and other feel-good stories on Mt. Parnassos

Wax your skis and travel fast on the highest mountains in Greece. In the beautiful surroundings of a National Park you can glide down icy mountain slopes where Greek mythology was created. On Mt. Parnassos, Zeus granted Deukalion’s wishes and the human race was created anew. Cross the runs on a mountain that stole the glory from Mt. Olympus as it was linked with the worship of god Apollo, and the establishment of the Oracle of Delphi.
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Special feature: Discover the byzantine masterpieces at the foot of Mt. Parnassos with our professional tourist guides

This month, one of our highly trained tourist guides, takes us on a tour of the Monastery of Ossios Loukas, at the foot of Mt Parnassos, a 10th century masterpiece adorned with mosaics and multicoloured marble revetments. Let's follow her!
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Kaimáktsalan ski resort. Snow settles here first!

With open slopes and excellent snow conditions Kaimáktsalan ski resort is one of the most popular ski resorts in Europe. In the unspoilt wilderness of Mt. Vóras, vacationers embark on an exciting winter adventure at 2,500 m. The ski centre is totally dedicated to ski lovers. Here the trails are groomed, the air is pure, and the scenery magnificent. The resort operates from late November till early May covering the longest ski season in Greece.
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Do skiers find Vassilitsa the most beautiful ski resort in Greece?

In the heart of the most important mountain range in Greece, Vassilitsa ski centre offers fun-packed winter vacations for the whole family. As the lift carries you to your favourite run, take in views of the majestic mountainscape. Imposing snow-covered mountains loom in the distance, while beautiful lakes and the Grevená valley create a peaceful scenery.
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