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If you want to go on a relaxing holiday in Greece and feel the ancient greek charm in the beautiful seaside resort, the beach of which was awarded the “Blue Flag”, then Asporvalt – perfect place for you.
15.05.2018
Аспровальта — большой туристический курорт, расположенныйabout 80 km west of Thessaloniki. This village It is located in the center of the Stryminokos Bay and is a very important tourist destination, “parked” hereby Greek hospitality. The city is located right on the border between the three municipalities (Halkidiki, Thessaloniki and Kavala) and surrounded by green mountains and the sea.
The beach in Asprovalta is wide with fine sand and gravel on the coast. Many cafes have their own sun loungers located right by the sea, and there are several volleyball courts, showers, locker rooms and playgrounds.
A characteristic feature of this area is that it is very rich in cultural life, especially in summer period.Theatrical performances, concerts and other traditional activities will make your holiday unforgettable.
A bit of history
The city of Asprovalta was built at the beginning of the 16th century by the southern the slope of the mountain Kerdlill, far from the sea. The area was covered with forests, which were used for the needs of the monastery Kutlusiu, which was on Mount Athos.
The region has become very dangerous, as the local forests have become the ideal a haven for thieves and murderers. For this reason, the ministers monastery decided to settle the forest and build a village.
During the Turkish domination of this region, many Turkish families settled here, and the village became known as Geni Maksale. But after the liberation, the Turks left the village, and several Greek families settled near the sea in an area where today is modern Asprovalta.
Asprovalta’s tourism development began in the 1960s years. In the seventies of the last century began mass construction of houses, apartments and private hotels in which now There are more than 12,000 rooms to accommodate!
Great beach, green mountain area, archaeological and religious attractions and developed tourist Infrastructure – today’s real image of Asprovalta.
Excursions and tours in Asporalt
You can book a trip to Asporvalt directly from your hotel guide or local travel agency. You can also independently organize your leisure
Here is a list of options for sightseeing and leisure. programs:
- Visit the Strymonic Gulf, the village of Vrasnu and the city Ierissos.
- View the exhibition of the Agricultural Museum along with archaeological treasures of the region, such as Argilos and Litopi Rutskheli.
- Post the church of Agios Georgios and the monastery of Saint George, built in the second half of the 16th century on the place where there is A viewing platform on the Strymonikos gulf.
- Enjoy relaxing on a beautiful, very clean and well. organized sandy beach and swim in the emerald waters of the sea. The beach for many years awarded the Blue Flag of the European Union.
- To fish or relax near the fishermen in the early morning, feel the peace and quiet that surround only fishing.
- Become an athlete – at the resort available some water sports.
- Tourists can use modern sports facilities, such as indoor playgrounds, beach volleyball, football, basketball and tennis courts.
- Go to the theater or the cinema.
- Visit annual cultural events.
- Taste local cuisine in taverns and restaurants.
- Make purchases in the markets or in stores.
