Area Informations
The
Village of Neos Marmaras is a world renown seaside resort situated on
the Western Side of the Sithonia Peninsula, in Northern Greece and in
the Prefecture of Halkidiki (Chalkidiki)
Halkidiki
is a majestic place that attracts a large number of tourists yearly.
The visitor can see; - a wealth of nature. - amazing blue seas and
white sandy beaches. - picturesque little villages set in beautiful
surroundings and all having remarkable and varying traditions.- great
traditional architecture. majestic secluded creeks and trekking
routes. - archaeological treasures as well as historical monuments and
Old Churches. - Mount Athos or Agios Oros ,considered to be one of the
most heavenly and holy places in Greece ! plus many more must visit
sites,too many to mention now on this introduction to Neos Marmaras and
Halkidiki..
Sithonia
Peninsula is also called by many the Garden of Greece as it is an
area of unique beauty, which harmoniously combines green forests, deep
blue waters, tranquil bays, secluded villages,golden beaches,fantastic
climate,gentle cool summer winds or boukadoura ,little tranquill
fishing ports,breathtaking views and sunsets ,waterfalls e.t.c.
Sithonia is the middle peninsula of Halkidiki and surely is a must to
tour site, as each place you tour or visit ( Vatopedi, Metamorphossi,
Nikiti, Agios Nikolaos, Pirgadikia, Parthenonas ,Sarti, Neos Marmaras,
Vourvourou, e.t.c.) will leave you with something new and wonderful to
remember,all in all a beautiful memory But what separates Sithonia
from many other places (besides its natural beauty) and what is
considered its greatest teasure is its LOCAL RESIDENTS they are
famous for their friendly warm and hospitable nature,fantastic
service,happy and smiling faces which creates a very relaxed and laid
back atmosphere to spend a holiday . In short The Mediterranean nature
of the locals will ensure that all our visitors will have, relaxing and
unforgettable holidays.
Neos(New)Marmaras-The
Village itself is built on five hills which gives the visitor or
tourist the impression of an island as it is surrounded by Paradisssos
BeachMarmaras Beach/Plaz Beautiful Pine Forrests .Both of the above
mentioned beaches hold BLUE FLAGS issued by the Eropean Union for Clean
Seas.
Paradissos
in Greek means Paradise and the beach will make you feel like you are
really in Heaven. The peace and quiet (tranquillity) it offers plus the
warm calm shallow blue seas and magnificent views; of the peninsula of
Kassandra ,the Toroneos Bay,Turtle Island (Kellifos) and awesome
breathtaking sunsets will ensure your heavenly feeling.
Whereas
the Marmaras Beach or Plaz(long white sandy beach) offers the same
views as the above with some major differences..At the Plaz we have
deeper water, watersports ,festive music and Beach Bars, Beach
volleyball and many other activities and weekends will find the youth
of nearby Thessalonika(Greeces second biggest city) here for the
legendary vibe and good times
In short in New Marmaras we offer the Tourist a choice of beach, Tranquill or Party!!!!
From New Marmaras should you opt to, you can participate in organised tours and Day Trips:
- To Thessaloniki, Vergina ,Meteora Monasteries ,Petralona Caves,Waterland ,
Olynthos Ruins and manymore
- Cruises to and around Mount Athos and or a Cruise around the Totoneos Gulf to Kassandra Peninsula and Turtle Island..
- Greek Nights Out, made up of traditional food,dancing and music offered at various Local Hotels on different weeknights
New.Marmaras also offers the tourist a large number of local activities in the village such as:
- Hiking on our registered trails to either Milos
Waterfall or up to the Village of Parthenonas which is a recognised
E.U. Heritage Site..
- Spend a Day shopping at our many shops, curio stores and gift shops
- Take a Boat Taxi and visit Porto Carras.Marina,Hotels,Spa,Casino ,Winefarm and Country Club (golf,tennis,soccer,basketball)
- Hire a Car or Motorbike and spend the day Beach Exploring (in and around us are many small and secluded beaches)
- We also have excellent fishing (for the
enthusiast) off our floating pier , snorkling ,scuba diving is on offer
at our Dive School in Porto Carras .
- Sampling of Local Quisine at one of our many
Traditional Greek Tavernas and Seaside Restaurants,Pizzerias and
Souvlaki (kebab) and Giro Outlets
- Good Night Life consisting of many Pubs ,Music Bars ,Beach bars , Discos as well as Traditional Greek Bouzouki Clubs
- A small Amusement Park also runs everynight offering Rides,Bumper Cars e.t.c
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