The Nature of Thassos: Flora and Fauna

The Nature of Thassos: Flora and Fauna

Thassos wears a green cloak that sets it apart from the drier islands of the Aegean. Dense forests of Aleppo pine and black pine climb from the shore to the ridges, broken by sweet chestnut groves, plane trees and terraced olives. Wild oregano and thyme scent the slopes, while golden jackals, tortoises and eagles share … Read more

The Cave of Antiparos: An Ancient Underground Wonder

The Cave of Antiparos: An Ancient Underground Wonder

The Cave of Antiparos is the island’s greatest natural wonder and one of the oldest and most famous caves in Greece. It lies deep in the hill of Agios Ioannis, in the south of the island, reached by road and then a long stairway descending steeply into the earth. Inside opens a vast chamber hung … Read more

Askos Stone Park: A Nature Park in Northern Zakynthos

Askos Stone Park: A Nature Park in Northern Zakynthos

Askos Stone Park is a large private nature park in the green hills of northern Zakynthos. It lies close to the village of Volimes, away from the coast. The park blends old dry-stone walls, caves and gardens with a wide wildlife area. Here deer, goats, ponies and many small animals roam freely. Children can feed … Read more

Wildlife of Meteora: Birds of Prey and Nature on the Rocks

Wildlife of Meteora: Birds of Prey and Nature on the Rocks

Meteora is famous for its monasteries perched on sandstone pillars, yet the same cliffs shelter one of central Greece’s richest bird-of-prey communities. The rock towers and the oak forest of the Antichasia mountains below form a protected Natura network site, valued across Europe for its nesting raptors. Egyptian and griffon vultures ride the thermals above … Read more

Goulandris Natural History Museum Athens

Goulandris Natural History Museum

The Goulandris Natural History Museum in leafy Kifissia is Greece’s leading natural history museum, with vast collections of plants, animals, rocks and fossils, plus the spectacular Gaia Centre telling the story of planet Earth. Discover this family favourite alongside skip-the-line sightseeing tickets and tours from My Greece Tours. This nature museum is a family-friendly corner … Read more