{"id":9202,"date":"2024-04-01T08:40:41","date_gmt":"2024-04-01T05:40:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/a-day-at-the-parthenon\/"},"modified":"2024-11-19T01:26:14","modified_gmt":"2024-11-18T23:26:14","slug":"a-day-at-the-parthenon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/a-day-at-the-parthenon\/","title":{"rendered":"A Day at the Parthenon"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If you are looking for a traditional settlement among the forests that combines the sea with the mountain, Parthenon is the perfect destination for an unforgettable experience.<\/p>\n

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The natural beauty of the Parthenon<\/h3>\n

The Parthenon is located on the slopes of Mount Itamos, offering an incredible panoramic view of the breathtaking Toroneos Gulf. The deep blue waters of the sea combine with the green of nature, creating a visually stunning landscape that will enchant you.<\/p>\n

Known for its traditional architecture and warm, welcoming locals, this charming destination offers a unique blend of history, culture and natural beauty. Guests can wander the narrow cobbled streets and admire the meticulously preserved stone houses.<\/p>\n

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The history of the Parthenon<\/h3>\n

The Parthenon is not just a village frozen in time. It is a living, breathing testament to Greek culture and heritage.<\/p>\n

In Byzantine times, the wider area of the settlement was a part of the monastery of Kastamonitou.<\/p>\n

The history of Parthenonas dates back to the 16th century when it was founded by refugees fleeing from the Ottoman Empire. The village’s name, derived from the Greek word “Parthenonas” or “Parthenon” meaning virgin, reflects the pure and untouched beauty of its surroundings.<\/p>\n

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Activities at the Parthenon<\/h3>\n

Apart from exploring the old houses and some Byzantine finds, at the Parthenon you can enjoy hiking and cycling to the top of Mount Itamos. Do not miss to visit the Folklore Museum to learn about the history and tradition of the settlement.<\/p>\n

Culinary delights in taverns overlooking the sea. Be sure to try the delicious local cuisine, with fresh produce and centuries-old recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation.<\/p>\n

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“A unique blend of history, culture and natural beauty that will capture your heart and soul.”<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The history of the Parthenon dates back to the 16th century when it was founded by refugees fleeing the Ottoman Empire. The name of the village, which comes from the Greek word “Parthenon” or “Parthenonas” meaning virgin, reflects the pure and untouched beauty of its surroundings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8133,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[164],"tags":[178,177,166,167,174],"class_list":["post-9202","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-parthenon-en","tag-cycling","tag-food","tag-hicking-en","tag-pathenon-en","tag-tour-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9202","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9202"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9202\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8133"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9202"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9202"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neosmarmaras-accommodation.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9202"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}