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  Karpathos - Karpathian Geography   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Saria has an area of 21 square km and is separated by a 100 meter straight.
The tallest spot on the island is found on the mountain of Lastos, with an altitude of 1215 meters.
The second harbor of the island is Diafani, and it is in the northern eastern side of the island.
www.inkarpathos.com /HTML/Info/Geography.shtml   (732 words)

  
 Vacation in Karpathos, Hotels in Karpathos, Holidays in Karpathos, Karpathos island
The island of Karpathos belongs to the Dodecanese Islands cluster and it located at the southern part of the cluster, very close to the island Kassos.
For transport within the island visitors may use buses or taxis, or hire a caique to reach Aperi, Volada, Mirtonas, Othos, Mesochori, the beach of Santa Marina and the fishing villages Finiki and Arkassa.
Karpathos or Pigadia is the capital and the main port of the island where the imposing rock with the ruins of the acropolis prevails.
www.vacation.gr /gr/dodecanessos-islands-hotels/karpathos.html   (458 words)

  
 Mediterranean Monk Seal News I - Monachus Guardian 3 (1): May 2000   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
The recent identification of a virus that caused the death of an adult monk seal on the island of Psara in the Eastern Aegean in 1996, is regarded as having a potentially great significance for the Greek monk seal population.
In the same island complex, in the area of Kleftiko on the SW coast of the island of Milos, an additional "Nature Protection Area" is proposed, in order to secure the protection of this coast of great aesthetic value, where several monk seal shelters have been recorded.
In this island complex, Northern Karpathos and the uninhabited island of Saria were identified as being most important for the monk seal.
www.monachus.org /mguard05/05mednew.htm   (2814 words)

  
 Saria   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
This small island to the North of Karpathos belongs to the Province of Karpathos.
The ruins of the ancient city are at the bottom of the sea between Saria and Karpathos.
The island is not inhabited and there is random connection with Karpathos.
www.greece.org /poseidon/work/islands2/dodecanese/saria.html   (78 words)

  
 Karpathos island information about the island of Karpathos Greece
It is with 330 square kilometers the second largest island of the Dodecanese islands and has about 5,400 inhabitants.Karpathos is a mountainous island stretched to north south direction.
The capital town and main port of the island is Karpathos called by the locals Pigadia, Karpathos town located at the same place with the ancient town Potideo.Karpathos was already settled in the antiquity.
Other antique remains on the island are reminders of such settlements as Argos - in the north - and Palatia - to the south - where excavations have unearthed quite a number of interesting findings.
www.karpathos.org.uk   (364 words)

  
 GNTO-Greek Islands-Karpathos-The People & the Place   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Karpathos is the most southern island of the Dodecanese and the second largest, with a surface area of 301 sq.km.
North of Karpathos lies the islet of Saria, or the "island of goats", as the only inhabitants are wild goats and sheep.
The 6,000 hospitable inhabitants of Karpathos are occupied mainly with the cultivation of fruit trees and grapevines which are in abundance due to the island's mild climate.
www.hri.org /infoxenios/english/dodecanese/karpathos/people.html   (216 words)

  
 GR4210003
The islands are separated by a narrow channel, whose width does not exceed 80 metres.
Tristomo gulf, at the northern part of the island, is considered as the most important marine area of Karpathos.
The highest summit of Saria island (9 x 6 km) is Pachy Vouno (631 m), with steep cliffs and screes.
www.minenv.gr /1/12/121/12103/viotopoi/e4210003.html   (284 words)

  
 Kasuto.net: Zelda II
The towns in Zelda II are Rauru, Ruto, Saria, Mido, Nabooru, Darunia, and Kasuto.
Saria is located on the river south of the cave south of Ruto town.
it is on the eastern side of the island, and is indicated by a green square on my overworls map.
www.kasuto.net /zelda2.php?main=zelda2/z2_towns.html   (1859 words)

  
 Saria, Greece
Greece > Aegean Islands > Dodecanese > Kárpathos
Off the northern tip of Kárpathos, separated from it by a channel only 100m/110yd wide, is the island of Sariá (area 16 sq.
On the south side of the island are the remains of a Byzantine town.
www.planetware.com /dodecanese/saria-gr-aeg-saria.htm   (59 words)

  
 White Ranger Chapter Four
Saria was about to respond in kind when the proximity alert began chiming impatiently.
Several panels chimed warnings at them as Saria piloted them on twisting loops to try to confuse the weapons’ guidance systems, but the next two were not that easy to shake off.
As the ship began to nose-dive, Saria did everything she could to level out the decent, so that at least it would be a controlled crash.
www.magma.ca /~crowther/swfiction/ranger5.htm   (1093 words)

  
 Saria
It is a rocky, volcanic island along the northern edge of Karpathos, separated from the mainland by a strait 100m (330 ft) wide.
Although only sheperds live on Saria now, the ruins of the ancient city of Nisyros can be found here.
Saria is also a breeding area for a breed of falcon known as Eleonora's Falcon.
www.mlahanas.de /Greece/Cities/Saria.html   (152 words)

  
 Greece Island
The island is of volcanic origin and lies to the south of Saint Thomas in the Charlotte Amalie harbor.
Water Island is a residential island, with a population of 161 (2000 census) and no significant commercial establishments.
The rest of the island is divided between the territorial government and a few private residences.
www.artistbooking.com /trips/71/greece-island.html   (705 words)

  
 MOM - Life   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
The Karpathos island complex, and especially Northern Karpathos and Saria, is of considerable importance for the conservation of the Mediterranean monk seal at a national level.
The area hosts an actively breeding monk seal population which is estimated at about 20 animals, with 2 newborn pups on average per year.
The presence of such an important monk seal population is indicative of the remarkable wealth of the natural environment of the N. Karpathos-Saria island complex.
www.mom.gr /life/html/english_karpathos_fokia.html   (92 words)

  
 Karpathos - The Dodecanese Islands
The area of Northern Karpathos, which includes the islet of Saria, is comprised of the districts of the Community of Olympus with 104.8 square kms, the former Communities of Mesochorio with 34.8 square kms and Spoa with 17.0 square kms.
Further north still is the bay of Broukountas, the exceptional natural harbor of Tristomos and the islet of Saria which is separated from the island of Karpathos by the Steno-'Strait', 100 meters wide approximately.
Northern Karpathos is connected with the rest of the island by a road network con­sisting of a tar paved road, until Spoa and a dirt road until Olympus.
www.rhodesguide.com /dodecanese/?p=14&sp=1&ssp=5   (967 words)

  
 Regional News - Monachus Guardian 1 (1): May 1998   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Specifically, seven newborn pups were recorded within the island complex of Milos, Kimolos and Polyaigos (a wider geographical area of the NATURA 2000 areas identified as GR 4220005 and GR 420006).
In addition, one newborn pup was observed within the island complex of Kasos and Karpathos (area GR 4210003), while there is also evidence for the existence of two more pups within the island complex of Samos, Ikaria and Fourni (areas GR 4120003 and GR 4120004).
The mountainous terrain of the island is cut by numerous gullies, while its coastline is characterised by steep shores.
www.monachus.org /mguard01/01regnew.htm   (3453 words)

  
 The Biggest of Lies - Chapter 5
Saria was sitting in her house eating a bowl of vegetable stew she'd made earlier.
Saria laughed to herself as she remembered the time Link brought home a small, white, furry animal that he'd bought from a pet shop in the market.
Saria was the only one who went near him, even though he stank to high heaven.
www.angelfire.com /theforce/serenity0/biggestoflies5.htm   (5348 words)

  
 MOM - Life   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
From the 940 plant species that have been recorded in Karpathos and Saria, the 87 are endemic, rare or endangered.
The island of Saria, has been designated as an "Important Bird Area" (IBA), since it hosts rare birds of prey, such as Bonelli's Eagle Hieraaetus fasciatus, Long legged buzzard Buteo rufinus, and Eleonora's Falcon Falco eleonorae.
The status of the marine environment is at a very good state, which is evident from the great variety of marine species recorded around northern Karpathos and Saria.
www.mom.gr /life/html/english_karpathos_perivallon.html   (218 words)

  
 S 1 of 6
She was an elfin child of the Kokiri Forest, and unlike the other children, she refused to make fun of Link for being an outsider and not having a guardian fairy.
Saria, Town of - Z2 Saria is a small town in western Hyrule named after Saria, Sage to the Forest Temple.
Saria's Song - Z5 Link's good friend Saria from Kokiri Forest taught him this lovely tune just before he embarked on the most dangerous portion of his quest.
www.expage.com /TZKIADS   (512 words)

  
 The Wrath of a God - NintendoLand Fan Fiction Library
I request your presence Saria.” As Zelda concentrated, the pink aura that surrounded her began to swirl together with a green aura.
Saria tensed up in fear as Zelda instinctively put her hands upon her to calm her.
But the island can only be seen with the lens of truth…which…Link has.” said Saria as she looked away from Zelda in depression.
www.nintendoland.com /fanfics/zelda/Wrath_God_7.htm   (2300 words)

  
 Legends of Hyrule RPG - VIII - Setting
Its main cities are Ruto in the northwest, Rauru to the east of the North Castle, Mido on the Eastern Sea, and Saria north of Death Mountain.
The other two towns on the island are Darunia in the north and Kasuto in the south.
The other noteworthy place on the island is the Valley of Death, the most hellish place in the known world.
hyrule-rpg.tripod.com /sections/setting.html   (3520 words)

  
 Trip Report - Karpathos, Greece
Neighboring Karpathos in the North is a small island, Saria and in the Southwest the Island of Kassos.
The islands coastline is rugged and steep with some small bays and beautiful beaches while the interior of the island is very mountainous.
Most of the island is covered with pine trees, some deciduous trees, tamarisks, junipers, cypresses, myrtle, shrubs, olive groves, many different herbs (oregano, sage, thyme, rosemary), vineyards and orchards consisting of lemons, almonds, walnuts, figs, oranges, grapefruit and pomegranates.
www.birdnature.com /karpathos/trip.html   (1456 words)

  
 greece-2004.com - Karpathos - online guide to Karpathos - Karpathos Island
Subsequent to its conquest by the Dorians (circa 1000 BC), the island was given the alternative name of Tetrapolis, a name suggesting the existence of four (tetara in Dorian Greek) cities on it.
In 1912, the island came under Italian rule, a condition preserved until after World War II, when the island officially became part of the Greek territory.
This is the capital town as well as the main port of the island, its location coinciding with that of the ancient Potidaeo or Posseidaeon.
www.greece-2004.com /karpathos   (352 words)

  
 The Fallen Sage - NintendoLand Fan Fiction Library
Saria energized almost immediately as Link carefully lay her against the tree that seemed to watch over the large Lake Hylia, situated on a tiny island where the warping point had been placed.
Saria pursed her lips, but pretty soon she found herself laughing as well.
Saria was on green, Nabooru on orange, Darunia on red, Princess Ruto on blue, Impa on purple, Rauru on gold, and Princess Zelda and Link remained at the center where a large Triforce symbol was engraved.
www.nintendoland.com /fanfics/pokemon/the_fallen_sage_2.htm   (1338 words)

  
 Zelda Love
Saria symbolizes a past age, an age which could never again be claimed.
So it does seem likely that if Saria had strongly encouraged a special relationship in that kind of obvious manner, then his eyes would have opened to the kind of wonderful person Saria was.
But that could not to be, because the message of the game is clear, that Saria and Link are of two different worlds, and a romance would never spring up between them because of the painful reality of time and circumstance.
www.trap17.com /forums/zelda-love-t7436.html   (10687 words)

  
 Mediterranean Monk Seal News I - Monachus Guardian 6 (2): December 2003
Piperi is an isolated island with steep, friable cliffs, making the system all the more difficult to install and to protect from the elements.
Monk seal conservation interests are represented on the management authority by MOm, which for many years has played a pivotal role in the operation of the Park, including guarding activities, scientific monitoring of the seal population, rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned seals, and the operation of visitor centres.
The islands at the end of the line, TMG 4 (2): November 2001.
www.monachus-guardian.org /mguard12/1214mednew.htm   (1532 words)

  
 Zelda Universe
Go to the town of Saria, and talk to all the people in town until you find a girl who says, "I lost my Mirror".
From Saria town, follow the road going across the bridge to the east.
From the town of Saria, follow the road north from Saria and cross the bridge.
www.zelda.com /universe/game/link/walk.jsp   (3596 words)

  
 Nisyros, Nisiros, Nissyros, Nissiros, Dodecannese Islands, Hotels, Apartments, Studios, Rooms in Greece.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
The debate still goes on between those who believe that there was an ancient greek city on Saria called Nissyros, and those who oppose it claiming there is not enough evidence supporting the existence of any ancient city during the antiquity on the island.
Traces of ancient greek habitation on the island however can still be seen at the Palatia area as well as at the area of Argos.
Ancient graves have also been excavated, and the island does not seem to be an exhausted place for treasure hunting.
holidays-in-greece.com /dodecanese/nis   (478 words)

  
 Karpathos Greece - travel guide to Karpathos island
Greece :: Dodecanese Islands :: Karpathos island in Greece
Karpathos is the second largest island of the Dodecanese chain lies between Rhodes and Crete.
Still further north, almost cut off from the rest of the island is its most important village, Olimbos, which is accessible only from Diafani, Karpathos second port.
www.travel2greece.net /dodecanese/karpathos/index.htm   (571 words)

  
 Greece, the perfect vacation getaway Daily Record, The (Baltimore) - Find Articles
The nerd in you will love the trove of antiquities, chugging along the coast of knobby islands on the deck of a creaky ferry, and retracing the route of Saint Paul and pondering how daily life played out in the lost city of Atlantis.
Santorini, listed by Conde Nast as one of the 10 most beautiful islands in the world, is a popular final destination.
There are still places in the islands where they grind their grain with a windmill, and you can get away from all the tourists and be totally immersed in culture," he said.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_qn4183/is_20011229/ai_n10048324   (602 words)

  
 Karpathos: visitor's page
I wished that the island would have been greener, but as you told me, the best time to visit Karpathos is in May if you're looking for green.
Also, the hole island was more full of mountais and hills than I had expected.
We are dancing the Siganos, in between the Volta, the Kato Horos, at the tavern of Vassilis' parents, the Siganos, Volta, Gonatistos, Pano Horos and, off course, the Sousta, the Antipatitis, Kato Horos und the Fumistos too, beginning left...
www.dichtwerk.de /karpathos/visit.htm   (986 words)

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