A suggestion for an alternative stopover on the road from Athens to Thessaloniki. Thermopylae (hot gates), in addition to being the battlefield of the famous 300, are a free access spas and a great place to stay overnight or just for a short stop to admire the extraterrestrial landscape.
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At Europe’s borders: Evros delta
The Evros is perhaps the less touristy area of Greece, although it is an obliged passage for getting into Turkey and even though, at least one third of Greek male population have spent there from a few weeks to several months … and not to enjoy nature!
Red Gold harvesting
Which is the most expensive spice in the world? Coming from the pistils of a flower called Crocus sativus been known since ancient times? The one for which Italy and Spain pride themselves of having the better quality? Well, maybe you did not know, but Greece also has the best saffron in the world! 🙂