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“He likes to enjoy the sea from up here. How much wider it is, that much more it steals the heart. So much that your mind chokes.”

Aristotelis Valaoritis Welcome to the west coast of and the

Crystal clear waters and pure natural beauty are the symbols of the Ionian Sea. The sea was named after Io who, according to Greek mythology, was a priestess of the goddess Hera. Io had an affair with Zeus, king of the gods, and Hera’s husband. When Hera learned of the affair she transformed Io into a cow. Io fled around Europe trying to escape Hera’s wrath. Finally, Io plunged into the sea, which was named Ionian, after her. MAP OF EUROPE MAP OF PALEROS MUNICIPALITY

MAP OF GREECE Welcome to Paleros

Paleros, a picturesque town located on the west coast of mainland Greece, is evocatively situated in a breathtaking backdrop of beautiful and serene vistas and the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea. Olive trees, vineyards and pine trees extend down to the spectacular sandy beaches. Beachfront bars, restaurants and cafes are within walking distance. Ancient Paleros is a place of unrivalled beauty and grace, situated high in the mountains overlooking the Ionian sea and Vourkaria lake. The had a population of over 10,000 people and was the location of one of the most important battles of antiquity. At nearby Aktio, Antony and were defeated in a sea battle by Octavius, who built the city of Nikopolis to commemorate his victory and moved the population of Paleros to his new city in 31 B.C. Everyday life in Paleros

Many of the old traditions of the town are kept alive and unchanged by the locals today, giving the village its own unique character. Unwind and savour the pleasant and charming atmosphere, the relaxed pace of life. Enjoy a sip of ouzo at a traditional taverna by the sea or stroll through the small alleys of the village. Time has a completely different meaning in Paleros.

1 Daily excursions from Paleros

Paleros is strategically located making it ideal for short excursions to the adjacent island of , separated from the mainland by a floating bridge just 50m long. , , Messolongi and many other places can also be reached easily by car offering wondeful destinations for daily excursions.

1 Lefkada linked with 7 The colors of the sunset Paleros municipality. in Ai Yiannis beach on Lefkada. 2 The emerald waters of Gremni Beach in Lefkada. 8 Korpi Springs known for the high quality 3 Katsiki was voted of their mineral water. one of the top 10 beaches in the world. 9 View of Mitikas village.

4 Lefkada’s modern 10 A traditional house marina has a capacity in Messolongi. for 620 boats. 11 Preveza harbour. 5 Traditional house in the town of Lefkada. 12 Night view of Parga.

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It is hard to imagine a more perfect sailing and cruising area. In the summer the wind picks up at midday, blows through the afternoon and disappears at sunset. This enables travellers to enjoy a good night’s sleep without worrying about the anchor holding. The perfect morning calm lets sailboats motor northwards against the prevailing wind direction and gives the opportunity for yachts and speed boats to cruise with safety. “In the 20 years that I have been involved in the yachting industry, I have had the opportunity to sail in many exotic locations from the Caribbean to Asia. I still believe that the are one of the most attractive cruising areas of the world with their many protected anchorages, great hospitality and a fascinating wealth of history and culture. For this reason I have made Paleros my home for the last 13 years.”

Brad Trusler, Sunsail regional operation manager for Greece and Croatia and his wife Mandy, Sunsail Ionian Base Manager Welcoming people

Travel back in time, experience a lifestyle most of us have forgotten.

“The pace of Greek village life is definitely in the ‘slow lane’ which suits us fine, we have made many Greek friends within the village plus local area and we now regularly share in their various annual customs and family celebrations… they have made us very welcome.”

Yvonne & Eddie Hunt People in Paleros will welcome you with their natural sense of hospitality, a virtue that has made Greece such a popular tourist destination over the years. In ancient times, Zeus was the God of hospitality, who still lives in their hearts. Mild weather,

Paleros sits on the edge of Paleros Bay, against the amazing backdrop of the Acarnanian Mountains shown above. Due to this unique combination of the mountains, which absorb humidity, and the sea, the area has a fabulous dry and mild microclimate, appreciated by all those who live there. AVERAGE TEMPERATURES IN PALEROS Paleros has a Mediterranean climate. Long, dry and hot apr may jun jul aug sep oct summers and mild, sunny C 20 25 29 32 32 29 24 winters. It has 300 days of sunshine per year. F 68 77 84 89 89 84 75 Taste the genuine flavour of simple fresh food

Paleros cuisine is full of taste and variety based on what is now known as the Mediterranean diet. Fresh fish from Paleros Bay, fruit and vegetables from organic gardens, meat from animals raised in a natural environment and extra virgin olive oil make up this healthy diet. Delicious food at good prices and fine local wine are a big plus for the area.

1 Discover the Inland Sea, heart of the Ionian

The Inland Sea is an area of water enclosed by the islands of Lefkada, Kefalonia and to the west, the mainland on the east and within many scattered islands.

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“The fantastic scenery, gorgeous beaches and laid 13 back life style keep the area ever-popular with experienced sailors too, so it just keeps bringing people back year after year.”

Sunsail, No1 yacht charter company worldwide about Paleros MAP OF THE INLAND SEA

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1 3a 3b 3c 6 9 12 View of famous Views of beautiful View of Porto Leone, The natural harbour of View of the marvelous port on Lefkada in the Meganissi island. an old stone village Vathi in Ithaca, home waterfront of Fiscardo, foreground. Center left on , a perfect of Ulysses, Homer’s hero a location for the filming the island of . 4 place to set anchor. in the . of “Captain Correlli’s Center right Scorpios The house of the well-known Mandolin”. A meeting point island. In the background poet Aristotelis Valaoritis 7 10 for yachts and jet-setters. the Acarnanian mountains on the family owned island Harbour. Myrtos Beach on Kefalonia, overlooking Paleros. of Madouri. one of the most famous 13 8 beaches in the world. Sunsail Beachfront Hotel 2 5 Crystal clear waters and Marina showing Paleros , the famous An old church on the at . 11 in the background. private island owned by beautiful bay of Kalamos. The panoramic scenery Aristotle Onassis, where of the village of Assos he lived with his second on Kefalonia. wife Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Ideal for watersports

Paleros visitors enjoy excellent conditions for all water sport activities. Cross onshore winds blow gently into the protected bay making it ideal for swimming, fishing, sailing, scuba diving, canoe-kayaking, and water-skiing in lake-like conditions. The Ionian sea is particularly popular for diving and it takes just a short swim under water to discover the marvelous wealth and unique beauty of these waters. Moreover, the two marinas in Paleros provide all the supportive facilities for yachts and sailboats. You can push your limits to the extreme by experiencing the hype of kite surfing at Ai Yiannis beach on Lefkada, where the Open Kite Surf championships are held every year. 1 2

1 4 Weekend breaks Fishermen on the serene Experience rafting in lake of Ioanina. Voidomatis River north of Ioanina. from Paleros 2 The Vikos Gorge north of 5 Ioanina is one of the most Enjoy winter skiing at spectacular locations in the the Parnassos(near Delphi), Paleros offers an ideal base for outdoor holiday country. Karpenissi and ski resorts. activities and touring. Within 2.5 hours, by car, by 3 ferry-boat or by seaplane, you can visit some of the The imposing mountains 6 of , with the Navagio (shipwreck) most important archeological sites of the country, impressive monasteries Beach on . enjoy trekking in beautiful scenery, marvel at the set on the steep cliffs. vivid colours of the picturesque Ionian Islands and discover the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

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7 11 The amazing natural port The archeological site of Gaios in Island. of Delphi.

8 12 The emerald waters and the The ancient theater famous sandy beach in . at Antipaxi. 13 9 The stadium at Ancient The picturesque Olympia, the birthplace old town of . of the Olympic Games.

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13 “The people here are so friendly and kind. The scenery and the village are still pure, as was 30 years ago when we first visited it. We enjoy the peace and we have been coming to Paleros every summer, for quite a lot time, now.”

Alfred Josepksen and his wife, from Denmark Is buying a property in Paleros a good investment?

“We have now been living in Paleros since May 2002 and we are very happy with our decision to move home here. We came to Paleros because, in the main, we liked the openness plus spaciousness of the surrounding seascape and countryside – so like Western Scotland but with the sunshine and good weather. We enjoy the sea and feel that the local waters are both clean for swimming and safe for sailing our small yacht – you can sail all day here and very rarely be out of sight of land.”

Yvonne Hunt, from the & Eddie Hunt, from the United Kingdom

“The food, the climate and the people are definitely the main reasons I decided to buy my villa here, in Paleros.”

Gerhard Schenring, from Germany Yes, as long as the sun keeps shining.

1 2 3 4 5 “Buy land. They ‘ve stop The area combines all Paleros offers favorable Paleros is the alternative The area is peaceful making it.” Mark Twain’s the elements for an ideal quality to price ratio, great solution to the overcrowded, and safe. words are especially true destination: international rental opportunities, and overpriced and densely for our properties in Paleros. airport, perfect climate, rapidly increasing property built Mediterranean vacation Land by the Ionian sea the sea, marinas, yachting, values and low living cost. destinations. is limited and therefore natural beauty, easy access, precious. picturesque islands, relaxed lifestyle. Harmony between the buildings and the natural environment

Brought in harmony with the surrounding natural environment, our houses are situated in premium locations with a wonderful view of the Ionian sea. Our aim is to construct quality homes, ergonomically designed, with superior materials and fittings that will guarantee buildings that last more than a lifetime. Our developments are built in accordance to DIN (Deutsche Industrie- Norm) and EUROCODE the European Standards and Regulations. How does the procedure work?

As a member of the EC, Greece and its currency, the Euro, are liable to European laws. When choosing your new home you will get assistance from our legal, tax and accounting specialists. 1 The procedure described on the right is designed to overcome Choose your new home and agree the the whole buying process safely and without difficulty. main terms with us. 2 Appoint a lawyer of your choice or recommended by us and acquire a Greek tax registry number. 3 Sign a certified contract at a public notary with us. This will state all the main terms previously agreed upon: full description of the property you are buying, method of payment and time schedule. 4 Upon signing a contract, transfer tax and fees including legal, notary, property registry should be paid. This amount will not exceed 10% of the property’s value. 5 Upon completion of the project we will register your new property with the Greek registry of mortgages and the national land registry. What happens Financing after I have bought my property?

We co-operate with all the major Greek banks with branches abroad, as well as all the major International We take good care of you after your purchase banks with branches in Greece. Whether you wish to by giving you access to a whole range of services choose your own bank or let us indicate the one that offers the most competitive mortgage rates, we will be through us and our partners network. there to serve your interests.

RENTAL RESALE OPPORTUNITIES MAINTENANCE & SECURITY

We will help you, upon The rapidly growing real We provide: your request, to rent your estate market on the · Security and insurance property during the period Ionian coast will add value services. you are away. We will to your property on an · Maintenance of garden collect payments and keep annual basis. If you wish to areas. you updated, offering you resell your property we will · Maintenance and repair of best value for your money. help you with the process. all communal constructions and fittings. · Maintenance and cleaning services of homes interiors and exteriors. How can I get there?

There are many quick and easy ways to reach Paleros by airplane, boat, car or seaplane.

BY AIRPLANE BY BOAT BY CAR FROM BY SEAPLANE

The Aktio-Preveza You can reach and Currently the travel time You can reach Paleros International airport is less harbours from from Athens to Paleros by seaplane which lands than a 30 minute drive with fast, luxurious is 3.5 hours and the route at the adjacent port of from Paleros, with frequent and latest technology crosses the spectacular Lefkada. Regular services flights from major European ferry boats. Paleros can Rio-Antirio bridge shown operate from Ioanina, and flights to Athens be reached by either port above. The forthcoming Patras, all major Ionian International Airport within 1.5 hours. Patras-Korinthos highway islands and Italy connecting with all major will reduce the journey by (www.airsealines.com). cities in the world. one hour. Services in the area

MEDICAL AMENITIES

In Paleros you can find You can reach Ioanina · Restaurants & taverns, pharmacies and local doctors. within 1.5 hours drive, beachfront cafes & bars, It is less than a 15 minute or by seaplane and by nightlife, super markets. drive to the Health Center helicopter in an emergency. · ADSL internet connection, of and less than SAT TV with international a 30 minute drive to the BANKING FACILITIES channels, DVD rental, General Hospitals of Lefkada foreign press, post office. or Preveza which offer a There are ATM cash machines · Horseback riding, diving wide range of medical care. in Paleros. In Vonitsa, which center, waterskiing, The University Hospital is a 15 minute drive, there windsurfing, tennis, of (www.uhi.gr) are 4 major banks. Lefkada beach volley, sailing. provides a high standard and Preveza, a 30 minute · Marinas, international of care with the latest drive, have all major banks. beachfront hotels managed medical and technological by Sunsail member of equipment and highly First Choice group and qualified medical staff. by Mark Warner. Paleros Development S.A. Kostas Liaskas is a Civil is a Real Estate Engineer. He was minister Development Company of Public Works and constructing high quality Environment and president houses in the Paleros area of the Technical Chamber and the Ionian coast. It is of Greece. He was also founded and managed by responsible for the Konstantinos Rokofyllos construction and technical and Kostas Liaskas. works of Athens 2004 Olympic Games as a member Konstantinos Rokofyllos of the steering commitee. holds an MSc in Marketing He is the CEO of Interpraxis & Management and an S.A. design, management MSc in Operations Research and construction company. & Optimization. He was He has 40 years of General Manager Venue experience in the Operations Athens 2004 construction industry. Olympic Games and CEO in the Tobacco Industry. He has 16 years of experience in Who we are top management positions.

OUR EXPERIENCE 1 3 Project Management Development of Anemos of the Athens Concert Hall. stone country hotel in Lemnos island. 2 Construction Management 4 of Lagonissi Resort, a Development of 102 waterfront hotel in Athens, beach front residencies Our vision is to continuously raise the quality of life member of the Leading in Halkidiki. Hotels of the World. and deliver absolute satisfaction to our customers 5 and build homes with utmost respect to the natural Project Management of 15 luxurious villas environment. in Myconos.

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