How to Make Your Cheap holidays to Greece Memorable

by Daisy Wilkinson Travel Guides

Located in the southern part of Europe, Greece is considered as the place where democracy was born and Western civilisation thrived. The country is also considered as the birthplace of Western literature, Western philosophy, Western drama, and Olympic games. Your holiday spent in this part of the world would give you the chance to delve into the intriguing Greek culture. The natural treasures of this nation are also worth exploring. Some of the world's most gorgeous islands are found in Greece and you can have a wonderful time unwinding on its pristine beaches.

If you wish to enjoy cheap Greece holidays, plan your visit during its winter season between December and February. As this is a low tourist season, you'll get the chance to grab some exciting deals on holiday packages and hotel accommodations. However, you'll not be able to explore some of the tourist attractions as they close down in winters owing to the extreme cold. You may have to book your holiday in advance during the festive occasions of Christmas and New Year's Eve. The best time to visit this country is during its summer season, which begins from the month of July and stays until September.

Your cheap holidays to Greece would also give you the opportunity to explore its wonderful attractions. The most popular among them is Acropolis, which is considered as the symbol of Western civilisation. It is located in the capital city of Athens and has three fabulous temples dating back to 5th century BC. The Acropolis Museum is yet another interesting attraction worth visiting. It was opened in the year 2009 and has been receiving plenty of tourists ever since. You'll also be delighted to visit Delphi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built on Mount Parnassus's lower slopes. It has ruins of temples, a stadium, and a theatre, which belong to the period between 8th century BC and 2nd century AD.

Meteora Monasteries are among the most unusual things that you can get to witness during your cheap holidays to Greece. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Meteora is a rock formation, located in the central part of Greece near the Kalambaka town. The monasteries have been built on the rocks and can be reached by taking the steps that have been carved into the rocks. Upon getting inside the monasteries, you'll find Byzantine frescoes, religious icons, burning incense, and flickering candles.

During your time spent in Greece, you can also visit the second largest Ionian island, Corfu. The most interesting portion of this island is its town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has an elegant architecture of the Italianate style, which makes it apparent that it was under the Venetian rule for centuries. The town is also the base for many yachts and excursion boats that offer sightseeing tours to places nearby. While exploring the Corfu town, you'll also get to discover a couple of fortresses built in the 16th century and several old-fashioned cafes. From Corfu, you can also visit a beautiful island located nearby, called Pontikonisi.

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