Pefkochori

The Pefkohori is situated about 105 km from Thessaloniki to Kassandra peninsula, in an area that could be an ecologist's paradise.

Just the name can give a sense of the natural environment. Surrounded by lush pine forest and olive groves, Pefkohori is one of the little paradise of Halkidiki. According to tradition, the village changed its name from Kapsochora , and in 1805 was burned in Pefkohori . It is not known even earlier name.

The old village impresses with its typical Halkidiki streets and beautiful gardens with colorful flowers. In the northwestern part of the port, where ships anchor now found remains of a Roman settlement. In the same region discovered treasure with coins of Lysimachus, who was king of Thrace. Around 1590, the region referred to the Great Glebe "Anders" Iviron Monastery, which was expropriated before the war. Survives only partly ruined windmill. The residents of Pefkohori participated in the revolution of 1821. A great fighter revolution of 1821 was George Giannakis.

The modern and developed beach offers moments with the velvety sand and blue sea. The nightlife is intense and evening walks on the beach will be unforgettable. The first tourists to the region in early 1970, excited by the magnificent natural beauty and mild climate, and the beautiful beaches and the distinctive spirit of hospitality. Since then, Pefkohori established as one of the major tourist resorts throughout Europe. Today, the site combines modern tourist facilities with traditional style.

In the comfortable stay of visitors contribute hotels, studios and apartments. In the area there is a thriving local market with a wide variety of shops for all needs and tastes, while the typical taverns or the luxurious restaurants with their tasty and wonderful local wines great culinary temptation. In summer the town hosts the famous regattas ITENVA, ranging from the natural marina Glarokavos . From here depart yachts and hydrofoils for Halkidiki and other islands of the northern Aegean, and rented boats for short cruises.

What makes Pefkohori different is its night life and its tempting suggestions. So when the sun sets behind the mountains, they line the romantic corners or bars. The wide variety of entertainment will suit all tastes, offering unforgettable nights. The Pefkohori is always ready to offer all visitors, especially those who do not know or have not spent their holidays as they wished, the opportunity to see and understand the full meaning of the holiday, where the dream becomes reality.