Location: Kastoria
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Kastoria (Greek: Καστοριά, Kastoriá [kastoˈrʝa]) is a city in northern Greece in the region of West Macedonia. It is the capital of Kastoria regional unit. It is situated on a promontory on the western shore of Lake Orestiada, in a valley surrounded by limestone mountains. The town is known for its many Byzantine churches, Byzantine and Ottoman-era domestic architecture, fur clothing industry, and trout.
Restaurants in Kastoria
1. Kastoria Lake
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4.5 based on 630 reviews
Reviewed By kidonizante - Zakynthos, Greece
The lake has two sides, the north and the south. We visited both in the night and we were excited by the merry atmosphere of greek families,young people,group of friends, all locals, who entertained themselves sitting at coffee shops, taverns, restaurants,etc.talking, eating,listening to live music while eating obviously having a wonderful time (the north side being in fashion nowadays, while the south is low key, romantic with dim illumination).Either in daytime or nightime, people are fishing in the shade of tall, green, plane trees that frame the lake all around.It is worth having a good view of the lake sitting at the yachting club, which can be also a night club at weekends Early in the morning, birds of the local fauna, complete the palette of the lake colours.
2. Prehistoric Lake Settlement
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4 based on 167 reviews
Reviewed By ALFHAR - Heraklion, Greece
It is located in a very nice place, well organiozed and presented.The guide will give you many interesting infos abt the groups of people living around the lake. You will be able to see samples of the huts they used to live in and objects they did use to make life easier. You will not regret it!
3. Panagia Mavriotissa Monastery
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4.5 based on 242 reviews
Reviewed By Michael A - Katerini, Greece
definetely it is a "must" visit the two churches (small monastery)of Panagia mavriotissa monastery .it is two churches of 11th century byzantine era and it is one of the top ten visits of the otwn of Kastoria.driving by car by the lake or walking by the lake round of the city you will find it .
The Monastery of Panagia Mavriotissa (Greek: Παναγία Μαυριώτισσα) is a monastery that is built on the spot where troops of Byzantine military commander George Palaiologos encircled the attacking Normans in 1083. It is believed that the emperor Alexios I Komnenos (r. 1081-1118) built the monastery there to commemorate the event.[1]
The monastery was initially named Mesonesiotissa ("in the middle of the island") and in the beginning of the 17th century it renamed itself to Krepenitissa ("of Krepeni") after the name of the nearby village Krepeni. Sometime from the middle to late 17th century it changed its name to Mavriotissa ("of Mavrovo") after the Greek village Mavrovo near Kastoria city.Surrounding the region of the lake of Kastoria there are 72 churches and chapels, Mavriotissa being one of the earliest of them.
someone can go also on sunday morning for the liturgy and other days as the religious programm of the christian greek church.
4. Cave of Dragon (Spilia tou drakou)
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4.5 based on 482 reviews
Reviewed By gmichaelides - Cyprus
Even though we went to Perama in Ioannina this still caught our curiosity and we were pleased to see that it was different and just as interesting. A beautiful array of nature's artwork in the form of stalactites and stalagmites coupled with small lakes make this site a must see. Tablets are available for the tour for non Greek speaking people also.
5. Kastoria Aquarium
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4 based on 127 reviews
6. Idees Art Cafe & Shop
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5 based on 25 reviews
The old traditional Mansion of Gakis in Kastoria turned into an art cafe and shop. Its vintage character and the different concept of its three rooms will impress you. Located in the center of Doltso square,in Kastoria's old town is waiting for you to visit it. ~~~ Pet Friendly ~~~
Reviewed By Kiki B
The best place for a good coffee, in a relaxing and friendly atmosphere. While you have your coffee you can have a look at the unique handmade products. If you visit this beautiful city you should also have a coffee there!!
7. Kastoria Outdoors
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5 based on 25 reviews
"Kastoria Outdoors" is an alternative tourism company that operates in Greece (mainly in Kastoria and generally in western Macedonia and Ioannina). We specialize in the daily implementation of outdoor activities such as: - Lake Canoe Tour - Pedalo - Trekking - Climbing-Rappel - Lake Water Ski-Wakeboard - Rafting, Hot Dog or Monoraft in Voidomatis or Arachthos river (over 5 persons) - Mountain tour at "Grammos" (6 seater 4X4 mountain taxi or 9 seater 4X4 mini bus), capable of providing snack (over 4 persons) - Cycling (over 4 persons) Our aim is to unite HUMAN with NATURE. This is why we ensure that all our activities take place in a natural virgin environment. In addition to individual activities, our company offers Combined PROGRAMS ACTIVITIES for groups, schools and companies (over 6 persons), tailored to your requirements and at special prices! Examples include the following: - Lake Canoe or Pedalo+visit to the monastery "Mavriotissa" - Lake Canoe or Pedalo+visit to the Prehistoric Lake Settlement - Trekking+Visit to the Monastery "Mavriotissa"+Visit to the "Dragon’s Cave" - Trekking+Archery+Slackline - Trekking+Climbing+Rappel - Cycling+Visit to the Monastery "Mavriotissa" - Cycling+Lake Canoe or Pedalo - Cycling+Archery+Slackline - Cycling+Climbing-Rappel - Mountain tour at "Grammos" (6-seater 4X4 mountain taxi or 9-seater 4X4 mini bus)+Archery+Slackline, capable of providing snacks or full meal or even barbecue by the alpine lake "Moutsalia-Arrenes" To take part in one or more of our activities, simply submit our application form. Our Objective is that our guests experience the beauty of our city as well as all the regions in which we operate, through enjoyable outdoor activities! For Participants in activities, we provide modern individual safety equipment which is sterilized after each use. Thanks to our experienced staff and our trained and experienced guides-attendants, we guarantee maximum safety and promise unforgettable experiences. In All our activities there are different levels of difficulty so that all our clients, with no exception of age or physical abilities can participate in. In Every activity we are able to capture your experiences (photographically), even while rafting! It is also possible to print your photos on T-Shirts to so that your experience stays unforgettable! We also create Activity Programs for groups, schools and companies, tailored to your requirements and at special prices! So, if you're the adventurous visitor looking for something else-different, we are your people. Contact us, tell us your wishes and we will make your experience unforgettable...!!! IMPORTANT: All our activities take place under the supervision of experienced and trained guides-attendants of our company ensuring your safety.
Reviewed By discoverpaths - Athens, Greece
A walk around the lake of Kastoria, which is one of the most beautiful sights, is really a pleasure. Its natural environment is home to beautiful swans, and makes the visitors travel mentally. We had a tour of the lake, visiting also a monastery of historical value, along the coast line and sitting at a traditional cafe to enjoy a cup of mountain tea. As we visited Kastoria on the day of the feast of St. John the Baptist, we had the opportunity to participate in the carnival celebration, the traditional "rakoutzaria", dancing in the streets and drinking local wine. The last day of the 3 days celebration, we went to see the parade of the carnival groups. Moreover, we visited a museum in a village outside Kastoria with wax figures, two traditional and famous stone mansions and some of the Byzantine churches. In conclusion, we spent 3 memorable days.
8. Wax Museum of Mavrochoriou Kastorias
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Michael A - Katerini, Greece
in Mavrovo village a lover of the tradition created the museum of wax which is a nice place to visit in your trip to Kastoria .mavrovo village is close to Kastoria and in this wax museum you can have an hour or two walking around the inside of the housemuseum and the outside of the museum where they created more waxcraft ..............a nice visit.
9. Prophet Elias
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Michael A - Katerini, Greece
Going to Kastoria .you have to visit the hill with the spectacular view of the Kastoria city .it is located on the northern part of the of the town.there you can go walking or have a coffee and a drink in profitis elias cafe.one of the best spots of the city.
10. Folklore Museum of Kastoria
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4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Michael A - Katerini, Greece
worth to visit the folkore museum of Kastoria ,it is a traditional mansion Nerantzis Aivazi mansion built in the late 18th century Doltso and until the mid-60s belonged to the family of N. Aivazi housed the Folklore Museum of Kastoria.
address :Captain Lazos 12 Doltso, tel: +30 2467 028 603 (Mondays the museum is closed)
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