The region of Epirus is located in the north eastern corner of Greece with Albania to the north and Corfu to the west. There are stunning mountains, as well as a lush coastline with beaches that look more Caribbean than Greek–and two major ancient sites.
Mountain lovers should not miss visiting the Pindos mountains if on a trip to Greece. Vikos gorge and the lovely villages in Zagorohoria offer amazing hikes, delicious home made mountain cuisine, extremely reasonable prices and an unquestionable authentic Greek experience that will be unforgettable. The Pindos mountain chain, “the backbone of Greece”, is actually an extension of the Dinaric Alps. It runs from Albania down through Epirus borders the Thessalian plain and continues until the Corinthian Gulf.
Sea lovers should not miss visiting the coast of Epirus, which is across from Corfu and the other Ionian Islands to the west. The lovely seaside town of Preveza connects by bridge to the lush island of Lefkada. Up the coast is the colorfully charming Parga and Syvota with its white sandy beaches.
And also those who are fascinated by ancient mysticism: Dodoni was a sanctuary dedicated to Zeus and the home of the most ancient Greek oracle. It was a place of great spirituality and many would come from all over the ancient world to consult this oracle as well as the Necromanteion. The Necromanteion is by the Acheron River and was where Odysseus spoke to the spirit of Achilles on his way back to Ithaca.
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