Tag: rivers Epirus

Myths and history are often closely connected at various sites across Greece. One of them is a mythical river said to have led, in ancient times, to the dark kingdom of Hades. It is, of course, Acheron, with its unique history and the events that accompany it, as well as its unparalleled beauty. Blue-green, crystal clear running waters and a green environment created along the river Acheron. Images that stay deeply engraved in your mind if you find yourself there. A journey that we urge you to take at the ...

For some, the dilemma of mountain or sea for summer holidays is non-negotiable. However, there are many who change their minds when they learn better how many experiences you can live on the mountain, and you do not know it. For example, bathing in rivers. In crystal-clear waters, with plane trees around, giving a mythical dimension. There, on their crystal clear banks, you will not dive into warm waters, but a spring may gush next to you directly from the mountain without you even knowing it. If you are a ...

Acheron, the river of woe. The gateway to the realm of the dead. The final voyage of mortal souls. This is the legendary stream of Epirus, where myths and tales flow in its currents. Among them is the story of Orpheus, who tried in vain to rescue his beloved Eurydice from the dark lords of the underworld and bring her back to the world of light. Acheron River and its beauties The source of Acheron lies in the Souli mountains, at a height of 1,600 meters. Two kilometers from the ...

Many parts of Greece have been associated with mythology and stories from antiquity. Traveling, therefore, you will come across many of these places about which there have been various discussions, and the myth is passed from generation to generation. One such example is the Gates of Hades, where, according to mythology, Cerberus was located. This is the Acheron River in Epirus, which is particularly popular for those who love summer holidays in the mountains but also for those who are nature lovers and make getaways to green places with running ...