
5 Easy Tips for Visiting Ioannina, Greece, Ioannina, Greece
Greece is not just one thing. And visiting Ioannina in the Epirus of western Greece is a wonderful reminder that the country has more to offer than idyllic islands in the sun.
Similar to Kastoria, Ioannina is a picturesque lakeside town in mainland Greece. But stunning lake and mountain views aren’t the only reason to visit. There are a bunch of things to do in Ioannina, often related to its fascinating history, for any traveller who just gives it a chance. If you decide to visit Ioannina, this is what I think you’ll want to know.
Let’s cut to the chase; yes, Ioannina is worth visiting, if your plans for Greece include this part of the country.
Would I fly across the country just to visit? No, but I can think of maybe only Meteora where that would be true.
Ioannina is a small destination that’s well worth adding to your itinerary of western or northern Greece. You only need a day there to see its highlights, although a second day won’t go amiss.
If you’ve only ever seen Greece’s island and Athens, you might be surprised by how different it is from those places. Some things won’t be that alien though, from lots of history to explore to tasty Greek food to devour. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Similar to Kastoria, Ioannina is a picturesque lakeside town in mainland Greece. But stunning lake and mountain views aren’t the only reason to visit. There are a bunch of things to do in Ioannina, often related to its fascinating history, for any traveller who just gives it a chance. If you decide to visit Ioannina, this is what I think you’ll want to know.
Let’s cut to the chase; yes, Ioannina is worth visiting, if your plans for Greece include this part of the country.
Would I fly across the country just to visit? No, but I can think of maybe only Meteora where that would be true.
Ioannina is a small destination that’s well worth adding to your itinerary of western or northern Greece. You only need a day there to see its highlights, although a second day won’t go amiss.
If you’ve only ever seen Greece’s island and Athens, you might be surprised by how different it is from those places. Some things won’t be that alien though, from lots of history to explore to tasty Greek food to devour. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: 5 Easy Tips for Visiting Ioannina, Greece
Guide Location: Greece » Ioannina
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: David Johnston
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Guide Location: Greece » Ioannina
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: David Johnston
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Kamares Historic Boutique Hotel and Spa
- Castrello Old Town Hospitality
- Hagiati Guesthouse
- Hotel Antique
- Ioannina Castle
- Ic Kale Acropolis
- Ottoman Baths
- Aslan Pasha Mosque
- Fethiye Mosque
- Palace of Ali Pasha
- Kallari
- Anexartisias Street
- Lake Pamvotida
- Ioannina Island
- Byzantine Museum of Ioannina
- Ali Pasha Treasury
- Ioannina Silversmithing Museum
- Archaeological Museum of Ioannina
- Municipal Ethnographic Museum of Ioannina
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