Greece Travel - the ideal destination for an active holiday

Greek tourism has become one of the key elements of the country's economic activities. As Europe's main tourist destination, Greece visits millions of visitors from all over the world every year. Its rich history and ancient culture have become the main features of tourists. In addition, beautiful islands, exciting historical sites, long coastlines and sparkling beaches are also the pillars of Greek tourism development.

Greece Tourism - Historical Overview

The trace of its roots in ancient times, Greece's tourism industry has undergone tremendous changes over the years. Before the Roman rule of the Western Mediterranean, the Greeks of Magna Greka exchanged their culture with the Roman Republic. However, this cultural exchange gained momentum as the Roman emperor annexed Greece. Modern Greek tourism began to flourish between 1960 and 1970, when large-scale construction projects were underway.

What can I do in Greece?

In addition to numerous historical sites, Greece offers a wide range of activities to make your holiday full of adventure. Here are some of the most popular activities not to be missed during a Greek holiday -

• Bird watching in the wetlands: from
  
   Macedonia is a wetland in northern Greece and is the main area for bird catching. You can find more than 300 species of migratory and inhabited birds at Lake Kerkini on the Strymonas River. The best time to observe species such as spoonbills, toads, ducks, herons, toads, bitter, ashes and hawks in Kerkini is from April to July.
• Sea kayaking in Ithaca and Kefalonia: from
  
   With 15,000 km of coastline, Greece offers a variety of water sports for a pleasant stay. Sea kayaking is one of them. When hiking in Ithaca and Kefalonia, you should not miss sea kayaking in the cool ocean. As you kayaking, you will be able to see breathtaking scenery and impressive limestone cliffs.
• Sailing in Aegina: from
  
   Sailing in deep waters in Greece is another exciting experience for you. It gives you direct access to the sun, the wind and the ocean. Although this is a challenging sport, you can get a great return when learning how to drive. Aegina Island is the perfect place to learn to sail. In addition, you can enjoy adventure sports such as snorkeling and swimming.
• The mountain adventure of Thessaly: from
  
   Located in the rugged Mount Olympus, the Cesare area offers fun-filled adventure sports and outdoor activities. You can try a variety of sports such as mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, sea kayaking and canoeing.
• Surfing in Paros: from
  
   Paros is home to New Golden Beach and has a professional World Cup Windsurfing Association. Throughout the summer, the exposure of the stable Meltami wind makes it an ideal place to surf. However, if you are a learner, you may prefer a relatively weak wind.

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