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Greece to the river Acheron, the river flows with a long history
The river Acheron
This river flows with a long history among the mountains and is surrounded by towering trees that you can see but never touch. The Acheron River, a world of real water Epirus, contracts and expands and leather surfaces during their 68 km course, since its main source of the verse Dodoni the mountains, in the prefecture of Ioannina. His second source arises Sierra Soulier, overlooking three prefectures Epirus ( Preveza Ioannina and Thesprotia) and ends in the Ionian Sea, on the beach of Ammoudia. The third source is Glyki, a village located five miles from Kanalaki, near the turn of Mesopotamia Preveza-Igoumenitsa road central. There, the river flows through a narrow canyon, formed by mountains and Paramythia Soulier (the Strait of Acheron).
The river has two branches: Kokyto, which means lamen ¬ tion and springs Paramythia Mountains (Solace in ancient Greek), and the river Pyriflegethonta.
Acheron is also called Mavropotamos (Rio Negro), because according to mythology, the Titans when they drank from the river to quench thirst, Zeus was so angry that he turned the water black. Rhapsody In 11 of the Odyssey (the underworld), Ulysses Kirk leaves the island to Acheron, to find Tiresias, the blind seer, so it can help you find the way home. The Acheron was one of the most important rivers for the ancient Greeks, who believed it was the river of souls.
Acheron waters are home to nine species fish, one of which is endemic, like the otter, a rare aquatic mammal that lives in clean water, making it almost impossible to fish, at least for these bands.
The flora of the Strait consists of Phlomis fruticosa, gorse, bushes, fern trees, plane trees, willows, wetlands, and 180 species of plants and trees. There are also some very rare plants, some of which are found only in Greece, as Cerastium brachypelatum ssp. pindigenum and Crepis Hellenica ssp. Hellenica. The area of the Strait of Acheron is considered a challenging climb for sport lovers. The best time for climbing is in April and May. It can walk to its estuary into the sea (20 km). Moreover, the river is suitable for rafting froln their point of exit of the Strait, near the village of Glyki, to its mouth.
The Acheron River Running Tsaggariotiko and are best crossed during the summer months. This activity requires the proper equipment and an observation strict safety rules for the protection of visitors and the surrounding natural beauty.
PANVOTIS
LAKE celebrated Ioannina Lake Pamvotis enchants the visitor with its beauty. You can explore it on foot to either Molos on the eastern side of the castle or walking around the part of the lake. This area has many nightclubs, bars and cafes where you can enjoy a hot drink or a drink. A visit to the island in the eastern part of Lake Pamvotis (the only inhabited island in the lake in Europe) is a must. There is a regular Boat and the island (Nisi). Another interesting tour for visitors is that circle the lake by car. It's the best way to cover the entire lake and visit the villages around it. There are many places of interest such as the Monastery and Cave of Kastritsa Dourachan in Drabatova. In the latter region, you will find many restaurants and bars where you can sample local cuisine and Greek.
The small monastery of Agios Pandeleimon in Nisi, is where Ali Pasha was hiding during the last days of his reign. With him were a few loyal followers and his famous lover, Kyra, Vassiliki. According to legend, the castle of Ioannina was linked to island with an underground tunnel.
His turbulent life was interrupted when a boat full of soldiers Sultan was allowed to dock at the island on a mission like this called forgiveness. This fraud led to his assassination. After a long period of struggle, a general massacre took place on January 17, 1822. Ali Pasha was shot and then beheaded by the soldiers, who sent his head to the Sultan. Kyra Vassiliki-was shipped, but was later pardoned and freed by the Sultan. The hole made by the bullet that killed Ali Pasha can still be seen, and the monastery has a museum dedicated to him, which includes a series of his personal property.
NATIONAL PARK INCLUD two Prespa lakes, Small and Large Prespa Prespa – at least, a friend of his – which are separated by an island of sand, made deposits alluviary and are surrounded by high mountains. dense shrubs re d, mainly Phragmites australis, Typha angustifolia, Scirpus lacustris, Carex spp. covering the banks of lakes. There are also many water features deep rooted plants, with large floating leaves and a layer of water (Ceratophyllum sp. Myriophyllum sp. Potamogetor1 sp.). The lake has a rich fauna, mainly because either the diversity of biotopes and topography. It is also an important habitat for breeding waterfowl. Over 200 species of birds were observed in lakes and surrounding forests puraniente. The most important are the colonie "of Pelecanus crispus (wild pelican) and onocrotalas Pelecanus. The lake's waters are also rich in fish. In fact, 80% of the aquatic fauna is endemic. Finally, the region has a large number of monuments historical and religious.
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