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  Turkish-Occupied Cyprus: The Displaced Greek Communities
Agia Marina, Panagia Chardakiotissa (Cemetary), Agios Andronikos (Cemetary), Agia Anna Syriania, Agios Georgios, Timios Stavros (Cemetary), Apostolos Loukas (Chrysida), Timios Stavros (Chrysida)
Agios Epifanios, Agia Marina, Panagia Filidotissa, Timios Stavros (Limpia/Olympia)
Agios Georgios (Agioi Saranta), Profitis Ilias, Agia Marina, Agia Thekla
www.kypros.org /Occupied_Villages/pichuele.html   (111 words)

  
 Nunnery of Agia Irini, Rethymnon (Rethymno) - www.rethymnon.biz
[Agia Irini] [Arkadi] [Arsani] [Bali] [Preveli] [Prophet Ilias]
The nunnery of Agia Irini is located a few kilometres south of Rethymnon, just outside the village of Roussospiti.
The museum in the nunnery grounds houses an impressive display of needlework produced by the nuns.
www.rethymnon.biz /Reth/Cult/monasteries/irini.htm   (129 words)

  
 Greece Ferries - Islands -> Saronic -> Spetses ->   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
2 kilometres southeast of Dapia, the beach of Agia Marina is the island's most popular beach, overlooked by a small pink and white chapel of the same name which is surrounded by palm trees, pines and cypresses.
From there, one can walk through the trees up to Profitis Ilias, the highest point of the island which is rising at an altitude of 248 meters.
The beautiful sand and pebble beach of Agia Paraskevi is located in a sheltered cove on the western coast of Spetses, 12 kilometres from Dapia.
www.greece-ferries.com /en/islands/saronic/spetses/sp_beach.htm   (501 words)

  
 interkriti: The Municipality of Agia Varvara, Iraklion
As you reach the village, on the north side there is a rock with a chapel dedicated to Profitis Ilias.
On this rock -which used to be twice as large but part of it fell off at the beginning of the 19th century- there used to be an ancient temple.
Three Byzantine churches are also well worth a visit: Profitis Ilias, Aghios Giorgos and Aghios Ioannis, and of course the old monastery of Aghia Pelagia by the cemetery.
www.interkriti.org /agiavarvara/envilges.htm   (1777 words)

  
 Macedonia in Greece - Thessaloniki prefecture
Agia Sofia, The Ahiropiitos, Ossios David, Agii Apostoli, the Vlatadon Monastery, Agios Demetrios, Profitis Ilias, Agios Nikolaos - churches representing every phase of Byzantine architecture and painting - as well as Byzantine walls, castles and towers.
Agia Sofia: Án 8th-century building representing a transition from the domed basilica towards the cruciform plan with dome; superb mosaics.
Agia Ekaterini (l3th century), with a beautiful preserved exterior and some fragments of frescoes.
www.vacation-macedonia.com /thessaloniki   (1507 words)

  
 Churches of Thessaloniki, Northern Greece   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Agia Sofia (8th century) marks the transition from the domed basilica to the domed crusiform church is a copy of the original Agia Sophia in Constantinople.
Agia Ekaterini (13th century) is very well preserved externally, with traces of frescoes inside.
Profitis Ilias was built in 1360 upon the ruins of a Byzantine palace by the monk Makarios Houmnos.
www.magicaljourneys.com /Macedonia/thessaloniki_discover_churches.html   (299 words)

  
 Turkish-Occupied Cyprus: The Displaced Greek Communities
Agios Nikolaos, Agios Georgios, Profitis Ilias, Agios Pavlos (ruins), Agia Stefani
Agia Marina, Agios Georgios, Agios Fotios, Agios Mamas (ruins), Agios Georgios (ruins), Agios Mamas, Agios Georgios
Apostolos Pavlos, Agios Antonios, Agios Pavlos, Apostolos Andreas, Agios Skoutalaris, Agia Marina, Agios Panteleimon, Vasiliki, Panagia Galaterousa, Agios Georgios (ruins), Archangelos, Apostolos Petros, Agios Andronikos, Agios Evlalios (Lampousa), Agios Fanourios (Lampousa)
www.kypros.org /Occupied_Villages/pinakeke.html   (248 words)

  
 goGreece.com: City Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Agia Sofia, the Ahiropitos, Ossios David, Agii Apostoll, the Vlatadon Monastery, Agios Dimitrios, Profitis Ilias, Agios Nikolaos - churches representing every phase of Byzantine architecture and painting - as well as Byzantine walls, castles and towers.
Agia Ekaterini (13th century), with a beautifully preserved exterior and some fragments of frescoes.
Profitis Ilias: Built in 1360 under the monk, Makarios Houmnos, on the foundations of a Byzantine palace.
www.gogreece.com /travel/select.asp?CityID=289   (1621 words)

  
 interkriti: The Municipality of Kastelli Pediada
The excavations that are still being carried out here indicate that this Acropolis and its surrounding area were already inhabited in very ancient times, as far back as the Middle Minoan period.
To the east, 100 m down from the Acropolis in the direction of Smari, you can see the traditional village of Lagos, and the church of Profitis Ilias among the trees and gushing water, a real oasis to visitors suffering from the hot Cretan summer.
Nowadays, Geraki is a village with 560 inhabitants, with an active cultural centre that organizes all sorts of events during the summer season.
www.interkriti.org /kasteli/envilges.htm   (4204 words)

  
 Iosgr.com - your portal to summer fun!!!
The voyage from piraeus by ferry-boat lasts about 8 hours and 4 hours by the highspeed, it is worth making the journey in order to see the picturesque port of Ios with the all-white church of Agia Irini commanding its entrance and to discover the island's beautuful sites one by one.
Famous for the crystal clear water, the remarkable beaches of Ios include Yialos, Manganari, Mylopotas, Koubara, Agia Theodoti, Psathi, Kalamos, Pikri Nero and many more, many of them have been frequently awarded the blue flag.
For the most part, the terrain of Ios is rocky, composed primarily of schist, quartz and marble, It is quite mountainous, the main peaks are Pyrgos (713m) with its amazing view, Profiti Ilias (500m) also with an impressive view.
www.iosgr.com   (283 words)

  
 Useful Information for Greece: Information on Greek Culture, Transportation, Useful Phrases, Money, Traveler Facts, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
In the town of Agia Eleni (near Serres) and in Lagadas (near Thessaloniki) villagers dance on burning charcoal while clutching icons of Saint Constantine and Saint Helen.
During this week, coastal towns, fishing villages, and ports in all of Greece celebrate the long Greek relationship with the sea and honor the Greek Navy.
Although celebrated in many parts of Greece, this feast day is particularly important on the island of Kassos in the town of Agia Marina.
www.greece101.com /printer.friendly.article.display-lid1-slid80-cid27.html   (713 words)

  
 Moni Profitis Ilias - Crete TOURnet   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Near the village is the monastery of Profitis Ilias.
The monastery includes the Byzantine church of Profitis Ilias, Agia Triada, and Agia Zoni.
The church is a three-aisled basilica with a dome on a drum.
www.crete.tournet.gr /Site.jdp?ID=1513   (108 words)

  
 Monastery of Prohpet Ilias, Roustika, Rethymnon (Rethymno) - www.rethymnon.biz
Monastery of Prohpet Ilias, Roustika, Rethymnon (Rethymno) - www.rethymnon.biz
The monastery of the Prophet Ilias is located just outside the village of Roustika (approximately 17km south-west of Rethymnon).
As with other monasteries in the region the monastery of Prophet Ilias played an important role as a centre of resistance during Turkish rule.
www.rethymnon.biz /Reth/Cult/monasteries/ilias.htm   (119 words)

  
 Greece sailing yacht charter greece yacht charter bareboat sail sailing charters in greece greek islands sailboat ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The most famous being the Prophet Ilias, Agia Matrona and Agia Triada.
Among the multitude of churches on the island, there are also a number of monasteries and convents, like the monastery of Prophet Elias, and convent of Agia Efpraxia, both lying on the top or mount Eros - 500 meters height.
Other monasteries are Agia Trias (Holy Trinity), and Agios Nikolaos: and convents are Agia Matroni and the convent of Zourva.
aegeansailing.simplenet.com /hydra.html   (516 words)

  
 Sifnos island hotels in Cyclades, hotels in Greece. Greek islands holidays - Sifnos hotel reservations
The Alexander Hotel was built in 2003 and is a nice B class (3 star) hotel which is located in Agia Marina (Kamares), 150 meters from the beach.
Delfini is located in Agia Marina (Kamares) directly on the rocky sea shore, 400m from the sandy beach and 800m from the restaurants, shops and bus stop at the town of Kamares.
Mosha Pension is located in Agia Marina (Kamares), 150m from the beach.
www.vacation-greece.com /hotels/cyclades/sifnos   (3754 words)

  
 Travel to Kea Island (Tzia) Greece - Kea Hotels, Travel information Kea Korissia Cyclades Greece
The Agia Anna Monastery: with a 13th century church and remains of cells and other structures
In Hora (Ioulida) the capital of Kea (Tzia), various traditional festivals are held during the summer.
We suggest you attend the festival of Agia Marina on the 17 th of July and the festival of the Panagia of Kastrianis on the 15 th of August.
www.united-hellas.com /tourism/kea/info.htm   (825 words)

  
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Agia Eirini - Spilies tou Digeni (3 km): The starting point is on the main street in Agia Eirini village.
Located at the gateway to Agia Napa on Agia Thekla road, just 5 minutes from downtown Agia Napa, 40 minutes from Larnaka and the international airport and within easy driving distance from other areas.
At Agia Napa area, near Nissi Beach Hotel one may visit the Agia Napa Marine Park, meeting all EEC and International Standards and regulations.
www.cyprusaa.org /rally2000/visitor/s.htm   (3602 words)

  
 ChooseGREECE.com — Tourism Portal for Greece, Hotels, Travel Agencies, Flights, Ferries, Car Rental, Cruises, Maps, ...
The church of Agia Paraskevi has an interesting carved icon screen and its wall mosaics are copies of the ones at Ravenna.
From the chapel of Agia Varvara, a balcony over the Aoos Gorge with a panoramic view of the surrounding mountain ranges, one can spy a stone bridge with a single arch, the longest of its kind in the Balkans.
In the summer, you can attend the celebrations of the religious festivals of Prophet Ilias on the 20th of July and of Agia Paraskevi on the 26th of July.
www.choosegreece.com /METSOVO/aregion.asp?id=130&neo=160   (699 words)

  
 Islands of the saronic Gulf, Hotels in Greece-Aegean Webserver   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The most important archeological site is located on the east of the island near Agia Marina where the temple of Aphaia is to be found.
The most famous sites are the mansion of Bouboulina, the heroine of the 1821 revolution along with the mansion of Mexis which has now been turned into a museum.
Also of note is the church of Agia Marina.
www.agn.com.gr /hellas/ATTICA/argosar.asp   (808 words)

  
 Nikos Tours - Guided Tours To Greece
The island has been inhabited since 2,000 B.C. where clay utensils and idols have been found among the ancient ruins at Agia Marina.
Among the beaches on the island, the most well known are Agii Anargyri and Agia Paraskevi.
The most famous of which are the Prophet Ilias, Agia Matrona and Agia Triada.
www.nikostours.com /cruises.html   (486 words)

  
 Kavo Gkreko Nature Trails with Louis Travel Agency   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
A National Forest Park of the southeastern end of the island between Agia Napa and Paralimni.
The uniqueness of the area is not only due to its natural beauty but also to the fact that it offers a wide range of interests such as swimming, diving, towed parachute, fishing, rowing, cycling, riding, climbing, air sports, and hiking.
Points of interest: A walk along the coast which at certain points is very steep and craggy.
www.louistravel.com /in/nature_trails/kavo_greko.html   (413 words)

  
 The tour of the 2003 Aegean Masters Meeting in Greece   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Some of the best beaches can be reached via the boats that leave the harbor each morning during the holiday season.
The best beach on the island is usually considered to be Agia Anargiri on the opposite side of the island from the town, with a couple of good tavernas and watersports in high season, it is also the most popular.
If you prefer something a little quieter, then not far from Agia Anargiri is the beach at Agia Paraskevi.
www.aegeanmasters.com /saronic.htm   (1171 words)

  
 Peloponnese, Lakonia, Mani, Monemvasia, Mystras, Elafonissos, Travel Greece
In ancient times it was the site of worship of many gods and has inspired religious awe in modern times as well: Its churches and chapels were so many that it was called the "Small Agion Oros".
After the castle of Agia Paraskevi we come to Mesohori and the churches of Agia Ypapanti and Agios Sotiras.
Further on we meet the Megali Spilia, the church of Agios Andreas and the small village of Agia Triada.
www.thegreektravel.com /lakonia/neapoli-area.html   (777 words)

  
 Santorini Weddings pictures, Weddings in Santorini, Santorini wedding pictures
Santorini has a number of spots where you can take magnificent pictures of the unique scenery the island offers but Profitis Ilias is the most outstanding and one of the highest spot of the rim of the caldera (300m high) and with fabulous view to the volcano, island of Thirasia and Oia village.
It is located 7 km from Fira and it is one of our favorite wedding locations...simply marvelous.
Agia Irini is one of the most beautiful and most popular locations for weddings in Santorini because of its own beauty, intimacy and great view.
www.weddingssantorini.com /santorini_weddings_locations.htm   (205 words)

  
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On the Eastern side of the church there is a carved stone with the year 1769, which is likely to be the year of construction.
In a distance of 15 minutes outside the village, on a verdurus hill, there is the church of Agios Ilias.
At this place the village fair used to take place- on the 20th of July- but nowadays it takes place in Mesohori.
www.papigo.gr /en/politismos/architectoniki_02.php   (293 words)

  
 Hydra   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Besides, being so rocky, Hydra is not renowned for its beaches; rather, its monasteries and churches dotting its rugged slopes attract more attention.
The most important of these are the monasteries of Profitis Ilias, Agia Matrona and Agia Triada.
Swimming is nevertheless possible from Hydra's rocks, especially at Kaminia, Molos and Vlichos south of the port and at Mandraki, formerly a wartime harbour, north of it.
www.goldensails.com /hydra.htm   (310 words)

  
 Akrotiri | Chania | Crete | Holidays in Greece | On-line tourism and traveling services | Holidayshop.gr
The Cretans had assembled on the Profitis Ilias (Prophet Elias) Hill, demanding that their island be united with the rest of Greece.
The grave and the monument in memory of Eleftherios and Sophocles Venizelos are located on top of that hill as well with a magnificent view of the city and mount Lefka Ori.
It was built in the 17th century and it proved very important during the period of the Turkish domination.
www.holidayshop.gr /contentsEn.asp?ElementId=3394   (325 words)

  
 tourist information Leros
The main bus station is in Platanos and serves Agia Marina, Krithoni, Alinta, Kamara, Partheni, Platanos, Lakki and Xirokampos.
The Archeological Museum is located on the road going down, that joins Platanos with the harbour of Agia Marina.
It is housed in the renovated building of the old Astiki Sholi which was built in 1882 and financed by the Lerian brotherhood in Cairo.
www.leros.org.uk /touristinfo.html   (283 words)

  
 TSANGARADA - TSAGARADA, Mylopotamos, fakistra, damouchari   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The inhabited area extends mainly down the slope toward and up to the seashore.
It consists of four communities: Agia Paraskevi [St. Friday's], capital of the village and the Municipality, Agii Taxiarhes, Agios Stefanos [St. Steven's], and Agia Kiryaki [St. Sunday's].The coastline of Tsangarada is enhanced with the small but spectacular beaches of Milopotamos, Karavostasia, Fakistra and Damouhari.
Tsangarada is blessed with rich history, a maze of cobbled mule-tracks, alleyways, paths and roads that lead both to the higher peaks and to several idyllic beaches and coves, whose photographs have been included in all kinds of tourist publications.
www.pelion.org /tsangarada/index.asp   (238 words)

  
 Greece Travel Information,Greece Travel Guide,Internet Guide to Greece
The Cave Of Sylla is situated adjacent to the spring of Agii Anargyri, where Syllaresorted to seek cure from gout.
The Cave, which is still unexplored, occupies the site known as "Pasogourni", on the hillock of Profitis Ilias.
The area numbers five or six caves, lying some 18 nautical miles SE from the port (2 hour-trip).
www.ellada.net /travelinfo/evia1.html   (134 words)

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