Halkidiki Tourism
...the smell of resin and sea-breeze compose a paradise on earth
A large peninsula culminating in three long slender fingers, Halkidiki boasts 550 kilometres of coastline and more Blue Flag honoured beaches than any other Greek province. The sun, vegetation and the sea reign jointly and in harmony, sharing justly their influence over this iece of land.
Harmony in nature
Wine Tourism Halkidiki
Endless blue and deep green, sandy beaches and ine trees kissed by the waves, the smell of resin and sea-breeze compose a "paradise on earth". Wine producers, beekeepers, oil producers, fishermen and merchants, the local residents know how to extend generous hospitality, original moments and experiences.
Halkidiki through the centuries
Petralona Cave, Halkidiki
The region is rich in history and mythology lost in the centuries. The peninsula was inhabited approximately 700,000 ago, as evidenced by prehistoric-era findings in the Petralona Cave. Neolithic settlements from the 'Copper Period were located in the west and central eninsula.
Mount Athos
Holy Monastery of Simonos Petras, Mount Athos, Halkidiki
Halkidiki's most spectacular landscape is Mount Athos, the easternmost finger of the peninsula, also known as the Holy Mountain. Castle-like monasteries, rising over the storm-beaten rocks of Mt. Athos, the spiritual centre of Orthodox Christianity. The first monastic communities were established in Athos in the 9th century. They are a UNESCO monument of international cultural heritage and a real-life museum of Byzantine and post-Byzantine art.
Contemporary Halkidiki and Culture
Blue Lagoon Palace, Halkidiki
Halkidiki has a well-developed hotel infrastructure, luxury and comfort, casino and marinas, spas and shopping centers, modern convention centers, good food and wine, beach bars and clubs. Constituting bridges of communication and civilization, several international festivals and cultural events take place in Halkidiki year-round.
in search of the alternative
Olive Grove Golf Course - Porto Carras Grand Resort, Halkidiki
Halkidiki is ideal for scuba-diving, wind surfing, golf, spa treatment, trekking, long-distance walking, mountain biking, bird watching, beach volley, basket ball, soccer and tennis. There is endless alternative opportunity for adventure sports and recreation for people who are in love with life and action.