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Epirus : an Undiscovered Treasure TNH Gateway To Greece S I N N A I G A R A K S O G R O I G / S L L A F R E T A W A Welcome to Epirus K R E M U O Z T 3 e u Experience Epirus: Paramythia: s s I • the Incomparable Hospitality A Secret Paradise Natural Beauty, 1 2 0 of Epirus in Greece History & Food 2 y a M Editor’s Note Sarakiniko Beach, Parga Telephone: +30 26840 35207 Mobile: +306942492732 www.anemoliahotel.com Email: [email protected] PARGA Epirus : An Undiscovered Treasure hen someone thinks of Greece, even people of Greek descent, it is easier than not to daydream of sandy beaches, island life, and the A sublime destination on the Ionian sea shore, the azure beach of Sarakiniko in Parga, nightlife that comes with it. What if I told you that there was more to Greece than just the islands, with their iconic white roofs and blue is the home of our 4 star Anemolia Ηotel. A place that exudes an unprecedented sense shutters? Admittedly, it’s hard, even for me, due to my family on both sides being from islands in the north and south of the Aegean. of calm and a unique feeling of relaxation, amplified by its spectacular beachfront lo - Nevertheless mainland Greece is a place I must share with you, a treasure that is yet to be fully discovered, something that during the cation, its captivating sea views and superior hospitality services. global health pandemic can be music to one’s ears. We all want a change of scenery after being cooped up due to COVID fears, and maybe Wif some of those fears, even if you are vaccinated, have not subsided then Epirus is absolutely a prime destination for you and your family. An uncrowded, culturally and historically rich region tucked in the top left corner of mainland Greece has been overlooked for far too long. Due to the fact that Epirus receives the most rain in winter months of any other mainland region in Greece, one can be captivated by the lush green and the lively collision of the agricultural and urban life in the capital of the region, Ioannina. Sometimes the choice between beach or mountains is a false. Epirus, for example, possesses both and is therefore the perfect destination for those that are up for outdoor adventures and lazy, relaxing holidays sprinkled with cultural visits to museums and historic sites. Epirus also presents fascinating stories, particularly to the people of the Greek diaspora. Some of the most prominent Epirotes of the last centuries were the Deluxe Studio Sea View In-room facilities: Zosimas brothers who made their trade fortunes in Livorno Italy, Ukraine, and later Moscow. Like Diaspora Hellenes, they never forgot their roots, and so, The Deluxe Studio offers sophisticated accommodation for 2 adults. when they ‘made it’ financially they returned to Epirus and committed to the educational development of their hometown of Ioannina. They built multiple • King-size double bed schools, contributed heavily to the first National Library of Greece, and built orphanages and homeless shelters in their ancestral homeland. This is the spirit Maisonette Sea view • Sofa-bed of Epirus, and those who go are forever bound to the land. There is no doubt that these feelings apply not only to national benefactors like the Zosimas The Maisonette sea view, is the most spacious choice available. On ground floor • Climate control it has a comfortable living-room, kitchen, dining table, bathroom and a large sea brothers, but to visitors too. • Apivita toiletries view veranda. • Satellite Smart TV 43” Eraklis A. Diamataris Deluxe Suite • In room Safe Editor / Co-Publisher The most dreamy accommodation option of Anemolia Hotel is undoubtedly the • baby-crib available on request Deluxe Suite. EPIRUS 2 EPIRUS TNH GATEWAY TO GREECE / MAY 2021 TNH GATEWAY TO GREECE / MAY 2021 3 The Regional Governor Invites Everyone to Experience the Incomparable Hospitality of Epirus By Constantine S. Sirigos AK: Epirus is accessible through modern highways, the port of Igoumenitsa, and the airports of Aktio and Ioan - nina. e region’s isolation ended with the construction of Alexandros Kachrimanis knows and loves Epirus as well the Egnatia and the Ionian highways, which provide safe as anyone, so as Regional Governor his invitation to the and fast transportation from essaloniki and Athens. Vis - world is serious and passionate. He was born and raised in itors can quickly reach the mainland’s beaches or mountain Ioannina. Aer earning his degree as a Mechanical - Elec - resorts for holidays, tours, sports, and leisure activities. trical Engineer at the National (Metsovian) Polytechnic rough the port of Igoumenitsa, Greece and Epirus are University he has worked in Ioannina since 1982, where he connected to Italy and Western Europe, welcoming thou - lives with his wife and three children. sands of tourists every year. Hundreds of charter flights He entered public service when he was elected munici - from many European countries enter and depart from the “Epirus has a rich cultural pal councilor for the Metsovo Municipality in 1983. In airport of Aktio, which serves the coastal areas of Epirus. 2010 he was first elected regional governor of Epirus. He e modernization of the airport of Ioannina has opened it heritage from Ancient Greece, recently spoke to our newspaper about his beloved home - to charter flights. Aer last year's decline in tourism due to land. COVID 19, a dynamic restart is expected this year – we are including the ancient theaters of expecting many flights from Scandinavia, Israel, etc. e National Herald: How is Epirus dealing with the Dodoni, Amvrakia, Gitanon, pandemic and preparing for visitors? TNH: How is culture included in the general tourism Kassiopi, and Nikopolis... plan of Epirus? Bridge of Kokkoris or Noutsos: is stone bridge with its unique arch is situated between the villages Koukouli, Dilofo and Kipoi in Central Zagori. It was first built in 1750 Alexandros Kachrimanis: Epirus managed to deal with with money of Noutsos Kontodimos, but it had to be repaired or even built from the beginning many times. Many people participated in its maintainance, such as the miller Grig - But they are not our only the pandemic much better than other parts of the country. AK: For us, tourism and culture are interrelated – and oris Kokkoris from whom it took one of its two names. e bridge is in very good condition today and there is no way you won't see and admire it since it is situated on the central In fact, last summer Epirus was one of the areas of Greece they are integrated through the promotion and utilization road for Zagori. Next to it, there is the cave where the famous robber Ntavelis was hiding, when he was in pursuit by a Turkish military unit in the summer of 1881. Ntavelis believed archaeological treasures. that attracted large numbers – according to the data we of local quality agricultural products. I want to emphasize that Agia Paraskevi saved him because a chapel dedicated to the Saint is located near the bridge. For this reason, the robber made an icon in honor of the Saint which can still be have for the period – of visitors to the seaside resorts, as it that Epirus has a rich cultural heritage from Ancient found in the small cave. Epirus has famous stone bridges was reported to be a healthy, safe region. Based on these Greece, including the ancient theaters of Dodoni, data, we are preparing for the upcoming summer season, Amvrakia, Gitanon, Kassiopi, and Nikopolis, which the and other monuments, as well as for the winter season, which this year we hope Region of Epirus has included in an innovative restoration will return to the dynamics of the past. e positive thing and promotion program, making them absolutely accessi - many areas in one day. fact that they are not the responsibility of local government, When I have free time, I also listen to the modern popu - like the many famous is that vaccinations are progressing rapidly and by summer ble to every visitor. But they are not our only archaeologi - we have developed a substantial program for their mainte - lar music of the great Greek composers, especially those monasteries which are scattered the necessary wall of immunity will have been set up. At cal treasures. Epirus has famous stone bridges and other TNH: What are some things you love about Epirus? nance-restoration-promotion, having saved many of them. whose origins are in Epirus, such as the late Vassilis Tsitsa - the same time, tourism businesses are being opened in monuments, like the many famous monasteries which are nis, Apostolos Kaldaras, Takis Mousafiris, etc. throughout the region...” strict compliance with the health protocols – those who scattered throughout the region. AK: Having grown up in Metsovo, I feel a powerful love TNH: What are your favorite foods and songs? plan to visit Epirus should keep in mind the fact that a very In addition to architecture, our cultural heritage in - for nature and I am thrilled by the fact that I live in an area As for the food, I do not have a particular preference, organized Public Health program has been developed to cludes a rich folk tradition: music, dance, and costumes, rich in vegetation, seashores, lakes, and rivers. I am also AK: I mainly like the songs of traditional folk music and but I like the classic Epirotika, without gourmet flavoring, deal with the pandemic. which are presented at events that attract the interest of drawn to people who continue to practice traditional profes - especially the Vlachs.
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