Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Regions at a Glance
Northern Greece
Food & Wine
The mezedhes culture here is stronger than anywhere else in Greece, with a spiciness
brought by refugees from the Anatolian Peninsula in Turkey. You'll also encounter mus-
sel pilaf, crayfish, lots of cheese, and wine from Macedonian vineyards. Try Ottoman
sweets in Thessaloniki's cafes and patisseries.
Activities
The story of Zeus takes you hiking into the clouds atop Mt Olympus, Greece's highest
peak. In Zagorohoria, hike between 46 preserved hamlets steeped in legend in the Pindos
Mountains.
Beaches
With sandy beaches, island getaways and towns with strong Italian-village influences,
Parga typifies the region's resorts - popular yet relaxed, good for families yet also great
for nightlife. And if you just want to escape, head for the remote sandy coves of
Halkidiki.
