Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
seums, each one a minor revelation of the people and the land. Check out these
gems:
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Skolio tou Riga Museum
(Hellinomouseion;
24260 23708;
9am-2pm & 6-8pm)
Northeast Pelion
ZAGORA ΖΑΓΟΡΑ
POP 3821
From Hania, the road zigzags down through chestnut trees to a junction leading to
Zagora, the largest of the Pelion villages and a major fruit-growing centre - it's the apple
capital of Greece. Until blight ruined the silk industry in 1850, the town exported fine
silk around the continent. Two War of Independence landmarks - the museum and lib-
rary - have their roots in Zagora.
For medical emergencies, contact the
Zagora Health Centre
( 24260 22591)
and, for
internet use, drop by
Ylien Cafe
(Plateia Agios Georgios)
on the main square.
Sleeping & Eating
Arhontiko Dhrakopoulou
HOSTEL $
( 24260 23566; fax 24260 23460; r incl breakfast €40)
The local women's association man-
ages this homey lodging, next to Plateia Agios Georgios. A local flower designates each
of five simply furnished rooms.
Arhontiko Stamou
GUESTHOUSE $$$
( 24260 23880;
www.stamou-hotel.com
;
s €55, d €55-70, tr €80, incl breakfast; )
Arhontiko Stamou, off Plateia Agios Georgios, is a handsome and spacious villa (c.
1863) that shares the courtyard with the mellow Café Anemella (Greek for silkworm).
The knowledgeable owner will point you in the right direction.
Taverna Niki
TAVERNA $
