The Pearl of Ionian Sea
Parga
Parga is an amazing city in the Ionian Sea in Northwestern Greece. This historic city is located between the cities of Igoumenitsa and Preveza in the region of Epirus. The landscape with gently curved hills and lush greens is a beautiful contrast to the azure blue of the Ionian Sea. Parga is famous for its picturesque architecture and the amazing beaches with crystal water. Parga is an ideal destignation for peacefull family holidays and provides high quality services (restaurants, bars, ice-cream stands as well as small boutiques and souvenir shops) to its visitors
History
The Castle of Parga
There are estimates that the ancient city of Toryni was located on the site where Parga is built. The first historical references to the existence of Parga go back to the 11th century. Οver the centuries the parga was occupied by the Normans, the Venetians, the English and the Ottomans The Castle of Parga was built by the Normans at the 11th century. After many attacks and the destruction caused by Haireddin Barbarossa, French rebuilt the castle. The final form of the castle was taken in the 19th century by Ali Pasha.
Sightseeings
Island of Parga
The Island of Parga is a very beautifull island with two small beaches, one chappel and one churce where a lot of marriages take place every summer. Also in the island exist a french fortress built in the 16th century.
You can reach this small island from the beach Krioneri by swimming or even by walking at one spot. Of course you can also take a water taxi or cross the water by a stand up paddle boat.
Religion & Churches
Vlacherna Monastery
Spacious, bright guestrooms with tasteful furnishing, wooden floor and panoramic windows from the ceiling to the floor.