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	Macedonia, Greece: Kastoria
		Kastoria, the capital of the prefecture of the same name, is one of Macedonia's most picturesque cities and is in fact regarded by the Greeks as one of the most beautiful towns in the country.
		Built on the an isthmus on the shores of lovely lake Orestiada and surrounded by mountains, it is a city of old neighbourhoods, narrow lanes, stately mansions and Byzantine churches.
		Kastoria has more than 70 Byzantine and post-Byzantine churches, dating from as far back as the 9th century up to the 19th.
	www.greecetravel.com /macedonia/kastoria.htm (498 words)

	Prefecture of Kastoria - General information
		The prefecture of Kastoria, in the western part of Macedonia covers an area of 1.720 square kilometres and is one of the smallest prefectures in the region, and borders onto the Florina and Konzani prefectures.
		Kastoria: the capital of the prefecture and is regarded by the Greeks as one of the most beautiful towns in Greece.
		Argos Orestiko: is 10km from Kastoria, and is a centre for the textile and fur trade of the region.
	www.hellasblue.com /eng/districts/macedonia/kastoria/kastoria_main.html (337 words)

	KastorIa: Free Encyclopedia Articles at Questia.com Online Library
		Michael Papamanzaris Mayor of Kastoria opened the city and its history to...fourteenth century by Dionysius of Kastoria, has the patina of ages upon it, as...mountain ranges.
		The towns of Kastoria, Edessa and Serres were considered as...Vlach-speaking town of Kleisoura (district of Kastoria), for example, two camps had been consolidated...patterns.
		Kastoria came a long way after winning her maiden...acquit herself well in listed company.
	www.questia.com /library/encyclopedia/kastoria.jsp?l=K&p=1 (0 words)

	kastoria, orestias, argos oristiko, aliakmonas
		Kastoria, the capital of the prefecture, is one of Macedonia 's most scenic cities, a real museum of Byzantine art.
		from Kastoria) are the remains of one of the oldest settlements in Europe of the Stone Age.
		Argos Orestiko (10 km from Kastoria) is a rapidly developing town thanks to the boom of the weaving and fur-processing industry.
	www.travel-info.gr /Greece_guide/Macedonia/kastoria/kastoria_greece.htm (223 words)

	Kastoria
		After the Ottoman conquest in 1386, many of the Christians living in Kastoria took refuge in the nearby mountains, while those who remained in the city were confined to the eastern saddle of the peninsula.
		Kastoria, a 'zeamet' (feudal fief) in 1519 and a 'hass' (estate belonging to the Sultan) after 1526/28, was the seat of a deputy official and in 1875 became the headquarters of a 'kaza' (administrative district).
		Kastoria was prevented from taking part in the revolution of 1822 by the presence of Ottoman troops, but in the early 20th century it became a breeding ground for fighters yearning to liberate Macedonia.
	www.macedonian-heritage.gr /HellenicMacedonia/en/C3.4.html (231 words)

	Kastoria (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Thirty-five Jews survived the Holocaust in Kastoria, and only one Jewish family remains after 500 years of a Jewish presence in the city.
		Recently a Holocaust memorial was erected in Kastoria to acknowledge the loss of the city’s Jews.
		Kastoria is located in the mountains between Thessaloniki and Ioannina, on an ancient trade route.
	www.ushmm.org /greece/nonflash/eng/kastoria.htm (164 words)

	Travel Kastoria
		Glimpsed from afar, it could be an artist’s rendition of a dreamscape: a gently undulating peninsula, studded with white facades, red roofs and bursts of dark green trees, afloat in shimmering water, with ducks and grebes bobbing in the foreground.
		By Justinian’s time, Kastoria was a jewel in the Byzantine crown, and you can still see sections of the wall he had built to defend it – near the Town Hall and the stadium – from Slavs pressing southwards.
		Easing the transition between ‘country’ and city on the north side of the peninsula is a Kastoria landmark, the brilliant white monastery of Panayia tis Mavriotissas and the church of Agios Ioannis o Theologos.
	www.helleniccomserve.com /travel_kastoria.html (1875 words)

	KASTORIA MACEDONIA GREECE (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Its capital is Kastoria city, and its population was estimated at 51,934 inhabitants in the most recent census.
		The city of Kastoria, built in a peninsula surrounded by the lake Orestiada, is 520 kilometers away from Athens and 200 kilometers away from Thessaloniki.
		Kastoria and the surrounding area are internationally known as centers of the manufacturing and trading of furs.
	www.macedonia.info /kastoria.htm (272 words)

	Xeniosworld.com --> tourism and business travel: corporate traveller: leisure traveller: incentive travel: ...
		Today in the department of Kastoria there are 80 temples preserved, from which 26 are Byzantine and possess about 3.000 square meters of frescoes while all the churches possess rare samples of Byzantine icons and woodcut temples of inestimable artistic value.
		The mansions were built in the era where Kastoria presented a great economic growth as a result of a great commercial and manufacturing activity of the fur-makers of Kastoria in Greece and abroad.
		The Folklore Museum of Kastoria is lodged in the mansions of Nerantzi Aivazi in the Doltso area.
	www.xeniosworld.com /Destinations/Kastoria.html (1235 words)

	Kastoria Makedonia. Info over het Macedonische district Kastoria.
		Kastoria, hoofdstad van het gelijknamige departement, is een van de meest schilderachtige steden van Macedonië.
		Het meer van Kastoria is vooral in de herfst en in de lente heel mooi.
		In het departement Kastoria bevinden zich veel mooie dorpen, geklauterd op hellingen, weggedoken tussen dennen en eiken.
	www.grieksegids.nl /vakantieland/makedonia/kastoria.htm (326 words)

	Kastorian Furs : Information about Kastoria
		It is said that Kastoria is one of the most beautiful, panoramic, and majestic cities of Greece which is rich in history that disappears in the depths of the centuries.
		Kastoria consists of 20.000 residents and offers tourist attractions which handles the needs of the most demanding visitor.
		Kastoria is located in northwestern Greece, it is capital that is connected with neighboring townships of Florina, Kozani, Grevena and the Albanian border.
	www.kfurs.com /kastoria/index.htm (523 words)

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		Kastoria, the capital of the prefecture of the same name, is one of Macedonia’s most picturesque cities.
		Kastoria has more than 70 Byzantine and post-Byzantine churches, dating from as far back as the 9th century up to the 19th.
		Lake Kastoria is especially beautiful in autumn and spring, the best seasons to get to know the town.
	www.grecian.net /GREECE/macedonia/kastoria/kastoria.htm (281 words)

	Kastoria Municipal Stadium
		The stadium is located in Kastoria, in western Macedonia (190 km from Thessaloniki and 575 km from Athens).
		This picturesque city is served by an airport, 10 km to the south.
		Finally, note that Kastoria Stadium hosted the six matches of a group in the second qualifying round of the 2003 UEFA Under-17 Championship.
	www.stadia.gr /kastoria/kastoria.html (0 words)

	Kastoria: Lakeside Charm of a Historic Fur Trade Centre
		By Justinian's time, Kastoria was a jewel in the Byzantine crown, and you can still see sections of the wall he had built to defend it - near the Town Hall.
		Kastoria does have an airport but we drove there via Lamia, Kardista, Kalambaka and Grevena in about 5 hours plus a stop for a picnic in the beautiful hills before Grevena.
		Other hotels that come highly recommended are Archontiko tis Venetoulas; B class, 8 rooms in a restored pre-second-world-war house in the Doltso district, Tel 24670 22446; and the new 'Kastor', at the entrance to town, 36 rooms with views and a lounge with fireplace, Tel 24670 82521/3.
	www.helleniccomserve.com /lakeside_charm.html (1980 words)

	hotels,apartments,tourism,kastoria,abelokipi,pindos
		The prefecture of Kastoria is situated in the western end of West Macedonia and is built in the in the western bank of lake and it has a good economy, because operates manufactures of fur and weavers.
		The art of the fur industry of Kastoria and its high standard samples are presented in international fairs.
		Ragoutsaria, the carnival period for Kastoria is from the 6 th to the 8 th of January.
	www.web-greece.gr /kastoria.htm (653 words)

	Alternative Tourism Greece: PREFECTURE OF KASTORIA
		The mountainous prefecture of Kastoria occupies the westernmost section of western Macedonia.
		Built panoramically around a magnificent lake lined with beautiful parks and squares, capital Kastoria is one of the most beautiful cities in Greece boasting a rich history lost in the mist of time.
		The Prefecture is famous for its mansions that stand out for the imposing presence and the grandeur of their unusual construction and constitutes one of the most important sectors of the Greek exporting trade and the National Economy, as it is one of the most significant centres of fur production, processing and trade, worldwide.
	www.alternativegreece.gr /WebForms/MemberDisplay.aspx?ID=24 (477 words)

	Kastoria
		Kastoria, the capital of the prefecture of the same name, is one of Macedonia's most picturesque cities.
		Built on the shores of a lovely lake, it delights the visitor with its old neighbourhoods, its narrow lanes, stately mansions and Byzantine churches.
		The people of Kastoria have dedicated themselves to working with furs and to embroidery.
	www.mcm.aueb.gr /ment/spetses/Koutsompogera-Manolopoulou/kastoria.htm (0 words)

	Byzantine Kastoria
		The history of Kastoria opens in the 6th century when the emperor Justinian I decided to transfer the population of the nearby city of Diokletianoupolis, destroyed in barbarian raids, to a secure peninsula on the shore of Lake Kastoria.
		Kastoria city first appears in history during a period of Bulgarian incursions which were successfully repulsed in 1018.
		Armed forces of Bulgarians and from the neighbouring state of Epirus and the empire of Nicaea were active in Kastoria and its vicinity during the 13th century.
	www.macedonian-heritage.gr /HellenicMacedonia/en/C2.5.html (133 words)

	Greek Fur Center S.A
		During the 17th and 18th century Kastoria presents a brilliant economic development as a result of the citizens’ industrial and commercial activities in the fur business.
		Kastoria is perhaps the only city with so many Byzantine monuments and churches, which give a unique atmosphere.
		Kastoria is particularly interesting for its natural beauties.
	www.furs.gr /uk/kastoria_3.htm (660 words)

	Holiday.gr - KASTORIA, a trip to a myth!
		Westwards, Kastoria borders with Florina prefecture, eastwards and southeastwards with the prefectures of Kozani and Grevena, southwestwards with the prefecture of Ioannina, while northwestwards it borders with Albania.
		Kastoria as and the surrounding villages have numerous natural monuments and high constructive creations, which in combination to the warm hospitality attract thousands of people.
		Kastoria is the ideal destination for the lovers of sports and nature.
	www.holiday.gr /place5.php?place_id=311 (361 words)

	Jewish History of Kastoria (Site not responding. Last check: )
		When they first came to the city of Kastoria, Turks were living inside the castle (in the 3rd High school area), Greeks were living in the mountain.
		At that moment Kastoria's shape was formed with Turkish neighborhood (Machalas), Jewish in the middle and Greek.
		Kraus referring to Vithinia, Kilikia in Pontos and Kastoria western Makedonia said: "In all these provinces distinguished Jews erudite were born during 12th century".
	furs.task.gr /kastoria/jewish.htm (686 words)

	Kastoria: Land of the Furs
		With its northern climates and abundant fur-bearing creatures, Kastoria was well situated to capitalize on the growing fur trade.
		It is a densely populated town nestled on the shores of Lake Kastoria.
		But Kastoria is as much fur factory as it is a place to live.
	www.ctfurs.com /kastoria.htm (741 words)

	Birds of Kastoria and Agia Sotira, Greece
		I took these pictures in a recent trip to the North Western part of Macedonia, Greece.
		Most of the images were taken near the village of Agia Sotira and around the lake of Kastoria on the week of August 4th, 2003.
		Although most of the species seen are fairly common, this was an enjoyable birding trip, as I got to observe these birds for long periods of time.
	www.1000birds.com /reports_Greece2003.htm (0 words)

	SOCIETY OF KASTORIANS 'OMONOIA'
		Lake Orestida of Kastoria is considered morphologically the most beautiful lake of Greece and has been announced a " Monument of Natural Beauty " by the Ministry of Culture.
		The two ships that set off the one from Kastoria and the other from Mavrochori, execute sightseeing trips in the lake, where the visitor may admire the unique natural beauty of the landscape and the uniquefauna and flora.
		In Kastoria there is a ski centre on the mountain Vitsi, which is situated on the borders between the Prefecture of Kastoria and the Prefecture of Florina.
	www.kastoria.us /en/kastoriaGreece/tourism (1012 words)

	Kastoria Area, Greece - Information Travel Services Photos Itinerary Vacation (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Recently an important settlement of the Neolithic Era was discovered at Dispilio, on the south bank of Kastoria Lake.
		Built on a promontory jutting into Kastoria Lake, it is replete with magnificent Byzantine churches and stone-built Mansions.
		The mountain range of Grammos, with the springs of the river Aliakmonas, is an interesting destination for the visitor to Kastoria Prefecture.
	www.greek-vacation.gr /Greece/Kastoria_Area (286 words)

	KASTORIA - location in (GTP) Greek Travel Pages
		Kastoria is one of the most important cities of West Macedonia, with a long History which cannot fade with the passing of time.
		In Roman period Kastoria shared the same destiny as the rest of Macedonian, however, it gained glory in the Byzantine years.
		This text (extract) is cited June 2003 from the Municipality of Kastoria tourist pamphlet.
	www.gtp.gr /LocPage.asp?id=13792 (532 words)

	Kastoria, the most beautiful town in Macedonia
		The art of fur processing and the trade of fur products developed during the Byzantine era and since then, the region of Kastoria was evolved to the center of the world interest in the fur trade sector and the unique center of fur processing in Europe.
		The art of the fur industry of Kastoria and its high standard samples are presented in international fashion fairs.
		The visitor in Kastoria can admire the beautiful samples of the fur art in many of the city shops and has the possibility to by them in attractive prices, certain for their unique quality.
	www.kastoria.de /en/fur.php (279 words)

	Macedonia in Greece - Kastoria prefecture
		Kastoria has more than 70 Byzantine and post-Byzantine churches, dating from as far back as the 9th century up to the l9th.
		Lake Kastoria is especially beaufiful in autumn and spring, the best seasons to get to know the town.
		Information, Kastoria EOS (Alpine Society), tel.: (0467) 24.884.
	www.vacation-macedonia.com /kastoria (308 words)

	Patience is a Virtue for Kastoria in Irish St. Leger \| bloodhorse.com
		Kastoria, the only distaffer in the field, roared past heavy favorite Yeats in the final 50 yards to claim victory in the Irish Field St. Leger (Ire-I) at the Curragh on Saturday.
		Yeats appeared to be home free, but Kastoria would not be denied as she collared the Ascot Gold Cup (Eng-I) victor to win by ½-length.
		Kastoria, a 5-year-old chestnut mare by Selkirk out of Kassana, by Shernazar, races for her breeder, The Aga Khan.
	racing.bloodhorse.com /viewstory.asp?id=35343 (285 words)

	Trekking Hellas - Outdoor holidays in Greece
		Grevena and Kastoria towns are located in West Macedonia, a mountainous region with authentic villages, protected forests and the picturesque town of Kastoria.
		Kastoria, renowned as the biggest fur trading market in Greece, is considered to be the jewel of Western Macedonia and one of the most beautiful Greek towns.
		The beautiful lake of Kastoria, numerous byzantine churches and many traditional merchant houses amongst narrow paved streets, are some of the towns highlights.
	www.outdoorsgreece.com /region.php?region=ka (164 words)

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