Tired and excited. These two words are probably the best adjectives to describe how I felt after climbing up one part of the rock formation that is known as Meteora during our beloved trip to Greece. A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greece’s Thessaly region, Meteora is situated near the city of Kalambaka (also known as Kalampaka or Kalabaka) and is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the country’s mainland. So what exactly is Meteora? It’s kind of hard to describe, but it’s basically a region filled with tall sandstone pillars, six of which are home to Eastern Orthodox monasteries. And, we visited the second largest monastery of…
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The Top Six Sites to Visit in Central Greece
As our family witnessed during our trip to Greece, the country is filled with lots of interesting archaeological sites and museums. While many cultural sites are located in the Macedonia region, the largest of the nine geographical regions, quite a few can also be found in Central Greece, the most populous region. When we were in Central Greece, we explored several places in Athens, the country’s capital. However, the one I was the most excited about seeing was the Acropolis, one of Central Greece’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Acropolis is home to the remains of a collection of ancient buildings, including the Parthenon, Erechtheion, Temple of Athena and Propylaea…
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Six Must-See Cultural Sites in Greece’s Macedonia Region
Do you ever find yourself wondering about the culture and history of Greece? If so, consider planning a trip to this intriguing Mediterranean country, which is known as the birthplace of Western drama, Western literature and much more. When our family went to Greece, we visited five of the nine geographical regions. And, among the ones we visited was the Macedonia region in the Northern part of Greece. The Macedonia region is the country’s largest geographical region and it’s where you’ll find much of Greece’s agricultural production. It’s also where you’ll find several UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) World Heritage Sites. (FYI, this designation is given to…
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Easy Chicken Gyro Meal
If you like chicken gyros, try this easy recipe! It's followed by an easy salad recipe. Together, they would make for a delicious, but simple, lunch or dinner.
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Quick Puerto Rican Asopao de Pollo
If you like asopao de pollo, check out this recipe and find out how you can get this delicious meal on your dining room table in less than 30 minutes.