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Sights in Epirus "MEGALI VRYSI" BRIDGE

"MEGALI VRYSI" BRIDGE

It is located in the homonymous location in the village of Vourgareli, on the road to Athamanio. Bridges the tributary of Arachthos. Its construction dates back in the late 19th century.

Sights in Epirus ANEMOTRIPA CAVE

ANEMOTRIPA CAVE

Cave Anemotripa located in the village Pramanta, is located about 60km. from Ioannina and 65 km. from Arta. Discovered in 1960 by two residents, it is called " the white cave of Greece" because of the pure limestone found inside. The temperature of the atmosphere is stable at 19oC and that of the water at 10oC. The interior of the cave is shaped by a river in three levels, the second of which has a 250m path, that crosses throught spaces with stalagmites, stalactites, ponds and a 2m tall waterfall.

Sights in Epirus BAPTISTIS BRIDGE

BAPTISTIS BRIDGE

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Sights in Epirus BAPTISTIS WATERMILL

BAPTISTIS WATERMILL

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Sights in Epirus CHROUSIA GORGE

CHROUSIA GORGE

Through the Chrusia Canyon, between Kalarrytes and Syrrako,there was the communication path of two historical towns until the end of the past century but also the passage from the Turkish to the Greek terrain from 1881 until 1912. The old, inaccessible path that connects the two villages is about 3 km in length but travelers need 2 hours of hiking in order to cross it. It extends along Chrusia, the Arachthos tributary.

Sights in Epirus EVAGGELISTRIAS MONASTERY

EVAGGELISTRIAS MONASTERY

The historic Evangelistria monastery is located outside the village of Kypseli, Arta. The only thing preserved from the entire monastery is its main stone-built temple, dating back to 1700. Although small in size, the interior is decorated with excellent frescoes of whole saints and religious depictions.

Sights in Epirus FOLKLORE MUSEUM OF ART AND LIFE P.KARALI

FOLKLORE MUSEUM OF ART AND LIFE P.KARALI

The Museum of folklore art and life is located in the village of Kypseli, Arta. The collection of items shown is the result of a 30 year old effort from collector P. Karalis and includes countless cultural and utilitarian objects of life in Tzoumerka during the last centuries, such as tools for agricultural and domestic use, weapons and traditional costumes, wood carvings, , embroideries, coins, various professional tools and more.

Sights in Epirus GKOGKOU BRIDGE

GKOGKOU BRIDGE

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Sights in Epirus GOYRA FAUCET

GOYRA FAUCET

The stone-built "Goura" fountain is one of Syrrakou's characteristic landmarks and is located close to the main square. It is one of the many scattered fountains in the area and one of the oldest constructions of the village. It has an elaborate design with a vaulted roof and three exits from which the chilled water comes out.

Sights in Epirus KASTRI ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE

KASTRI ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE

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Sights in Epirus KIPINA MONASTERY

KIPINA MONASTERY

The Holy Monastery of Kipina is built in a rock pit, just above the road leading to the village of Kalarrites. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and according to the tradition, it was built in 1212 by monk Gregory. Visitors of the Monastery can take a close look at the beautiful frescoes that decorate the interior, most of which are dated back to the late 17th century.

Sights in Epirus KOFERITAS BRIDGE

KOFERITAS BRIDGE

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Sights in Epirus MATSOUKI MILL

MATSOUKI MILL

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Sights in Epirus MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART "THEODORE PAPAGIANNIS"

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART "THEODORE PAPAGIANNIS"

The Museum is located in Elliniko village. It is housed in the building where the former primary school of the village once was, and includes the work of famous sculptor and professor of Fine Arts, Theodore Papagianni. The collection includes works of art with strong ecological consciousness, that highlight the history of the place and the childhood memories of the artist in the village.

Sights in Epirus MUSEUM OF FOLKLORE ART "A.GKOLFINOPOULOU"

MUSEUM OF FOLKLORE ART "A.GKOLFINOPOULOU"

The folklore collection of A. Golinopoulou is located in the village of Kalarrytes. The collection is shown in a mansion built in 1872, where the family isstill lives and opens its doors to visitors. It includes objects from the 17th and 18th century, such as wood, wool and metal processing tools, silver jewelery and decorative household items, wood carvings, traditional Epirus uniforms, embroidered handmade garments, photographs of social and rural life and large historical archival material with documents and seals of previous centuries.

Sights in Epirus MUSEUM OF FOLKLORE ART "KOSTA KRYSTALLH"

MUSEUM OF FOLKLORE ART "KOSTA KRYSTALLH"

In Syrrako, the house of poet Costas Krystallis (1868-1894), also known as the "singer of the village and the courtyard", has become a museum of folk art. Traditional objects of exceptional interest in the rural culture and everyday life of the area, such as sheep and goat processing tools, cheese making tools, various cooking and baking utensils and many other useful items and traditional weavings, are exhibited.

Sights in Epirus MUSEUM OF SILVERSMITH

MUSEUM OF SILVERSMITH

The Kalarrytian Artillery Museum is located in the village of Kalarrytes and is housed in the former elementary school from 2015 until today. It consists of two thematic spaces with artifacts of handiwork from the 18th - 20th century. The first room contains metal processing tools, while the second decoration and household items, religious objects, traditional costume accessories etc.

Sights in Epirus OLD FULLING

OLD FULLING

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Sights in Epirus OLD MILITARY OUTPOST

OLD MILITARY OUTPOST

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Sights in Epirus PLAKAS BRIDGE

PLAKAS BRIDGE

The Plaka bridge was one of the largest arch bridges in the Balkans, with 61 meters in length and an arch of 40 meters (130 ft) width and 17.61 meters (57 ft 9 in) height. The bridge was built in 1866 on river Arachthos and was the physical border between the Kingdom of Greece and the Ottoman Empire until 1913. In February 1944, the historic armistice treaty between the two parties of the Greek Civil War was signed in the office next to the bridge.

Sights in Epirus PLAKAS-MOUCHOUSTION MONASTERY

PLAKAS-MOUCHOUSTION MONASTERY

The Mouchoustiou monastery is located in the village of Raftanaioi on the road after Kalentzi. It is dedicated to the Birth of Virgin Mary which is celebrated on September 8. It is speculated that it was built during the Ottoman Period. The beautiful wall paintings of the monastery date back to 1694.

Sights in Epirus POLITSAS BRIDGE

POLITSAS BRIDGE

The Politsa bridge is located between Fortosi and Ampelochori villages, next to the road. It features one big arch with two smaller, relief arches on both ends.

Sights in Epirus RED CHURCH

RED CHURCH

Notre Vella or Red Church is located outside the Vourgareli village, right next to the main road that leads from Arta to Trikala. It was established in 1281 during the Komninodoukades dynasty by the Tsimiski Brothers. The church is built by the standards of the Byzantine architecture and it is the main temple of the monastery. The temple is dedicated to the birth of the Virgin Mary which is celebrated on September 8.

Sights in Epirus SOUDA WATERFALLS

SOUDA WATERFALLS

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Sights in Epirus ST. AIKATERINIS MONASTERY

ST. AIKATERINIS MONASTERY

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Sights in Epirus ST. PARASKEYH MONASTERY

ST. PARASKEYH MONASTERY

The monastery of Agia Paraskevi is located between the villages of Pramanta and Melissourgoi, among the foothills of Strogoula peak. It was established around 1878. During the years 1908-1912, it was the seat of chieftain John Poutetsi and was used as a hospital for the wounded of the military resistance against the German occupation. According to tradition, this is the region where Theodora Petraleifa (13th century) later known as St. Theodora stayed in exile.

Sights in Epirus ST.GEORGE MONASTERY

ST.GEORGE MONASTERY

The temple of St. George was established in 1690 and was the main temple of the monastery, which flourished in the 19th century. The wall paintings of the temple were made in 1714 by Kalarrytian painters, arranged in zones. There is a wooden icon in the temple with plant and bird depictions carved on it, which is dated back to the 18th century. Of all the relics of the monastery, the most important is a silver reliquary of 1895. The bed and cells of the monastery were constructed later. The monastery of St. Georgios, played an important role as the revolt of the region was being prepared in 1821, but also covered the religious needs of the people of the area when the Germans burnt the St. Nicholas church.

Sights in Epirus STAFILAS BRIDGE

STAFILAS BRIDGE

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Sights in Epirus SYRRAKO WATERMILL

SYRRAKO WATERMILL

The watermill at the entrance of Syrrakou is one out of the three traditional watermills that exist in the village. It is newly restored, after the damage it has suffered in recent decades, and is easily accessible through a paved path.

Sights in Epirus TSOUKAS MONASTERY

TSOUKAS MONASTERY

The Holy Monastery of Tsoukas is close to Elliniko Village. It is a male monastic community that was built on the Arachthos river gorge. It is said that the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary that decorates the church of the monastery was found here. It is dedicated to the Birth of theVirgin Mary which is celebrated on the 8th of September.

Sights in Epirus VILIZA MONASTERY

VILIZA MONASTERY

The Monastery of Panagia Viliza is located near the village Matsouki and it is only accessible by a 2 km trail from the village. It is dedicated to the Annunciation and it was probably established at the first half of the 17th century.

Sights in Epirus VIRGIN MARY MONASTERY

VIRGIN MARY MONASTERY

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Sights in Epirus WATERFALL

WATERFALL

The impressive twin waterfall is located in the village of Katarraktis in Central Tzoumerka at an altitude of 1,360 meters. The waterfall is located about 3-4 km away from the Village and it can be accessed through a stone path or alternatively through a wooden bridge that provides an easier route.

Sights in Epirus WATERFALL KLIFKI

WATERFALL KLIFKI

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Sights in Epirus XRYSOSPILAIOTISSIS MONASTERY

XRYSOSPILAIOTISSIS MONASTERY

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