A picture perfect coastline
Located on Greece's Ionian coast of Epirus, where the shoreline is made up of tiny bays, secluded beaches, green hills and emerald waters. Parga is home to a charming village with plenty of tavernas where you can indulge in the local culture, after spending a day bathing on the breath-taking Monolithi Preveza beach, one of Europe’s longest beaches.
Parga also plays host to Parga Castle, built in the 14th Century. It has enjoyed a rich history and is a must-see local attraction. Plus, it is the ideal spot to admire the views across the village and beyond. In a similar area to Parga is Sivota, a beautiful fishing village. Take the day to explore this quaint area. It's the perfect destination for a harbourside lunch.
For those seeking natural wonders, Meteora meaning ‘suspended in space’, is worth a visit. A marvel of both nature and man these extraordinary rock formations rise from the ground and are an unmissable sight. Collectively they are listed as a World Heritage site, and it’s easy to see why this is one of the most visited attractions in all of Greece. Alternatively, the Acherontas River, dates back to ancient Greek mythology. Acheron was known as the “river of woe”, and was one of the five rivers of the Greek underworld. In the Homeric poems the Acheron was described as a river of Hades, into which Cocytus and Phlegethon both flowed.
There is more to be discovered too, including the Ancient Theatre of Dodoni and Nicopolis. The Ancient Theatre of Dodoni is one of the largest and most well preserved ancient Greek theatres that dates back to the 3rd century B.C., when it was constructed by King Pyrros of Epirus. The theatre still hosts some performances during the summer months. Nicopolis, once the capital city of the Roman province of Epirus Vetus, was founded in 29 BC by Caesar Augustus in commemoration of his victory over Antony and Cleopatra at the Battle of Actium. Nicopolis has many impressive ruins of the ancient city that still remain and may be visited today.
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Flight time from the UK to Preveza, the closest airport to Parga, is around 3 hours.
Like the rest of Greece, Parga promises near-perfect beach weather. July and August are when the mercury reaches its peak, with temperatures often reaching the low 30s. For something a little cooler, you can still enjoy plenty of sunshine and temperatures in the early to mid-20s in May and October.
Currently visas are not required for UK citizens travelling to Greece.
In Greece, a service charge will be included in the bill at restaurants and bars. Much like the UK, an additional tip is not required, although is appreciated for particularly good service. It is common to round off the amount when paying cash, particularly with wait staff and taxi drivers.
The official language of Greece is Greek. English is widely spoken, too, so getting by is easy.
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