Parga located in Epirus, on the west coast of Greece, on the Ionian Sea. It has a population of just over 2,000 and extends over 276.5 km.
Located in a double creek, Parga was Venetian from the 15th to the end of the 19th century. In the 19th century, it was owned by Ali Pasha. Today it is a seaside resort.
Parga is 49 km south of the town of Igoumenitsa and 67 km north of the city and Preveza airport. Outside the city are the islands of Paxos and Antipaxos which can be seen in good weather.
Its typical architecture of the Greek islands, its position by the sea and its picturesque trails will remind you of the landscape of the islands in Greece.
A Venetian fortress dominates the city. It was built in the 16th century. You will be able to see the remains of a wall at the foot of the enclosure of the castle. A little further on the banks of the river Acheron you can go for river trips or take archeology lessons in the Necromanteion of Efira, the parlor of the dead. The archaeological site near Messopotamos is one of the most famous attractions of the region.
The ecclesiastical museum which is located in the city center, next to the church of Saint Apostoles deserves a visit. It contains copies of scripts written by a monk in the 16th century, two 17th century bibles, and many icons paintings. You can also discover a Mycenaean vaulted tomb outside the city.
The small fishing village of Syvota, known since the sixties for the beauty of its beaches, is appreciated by celebrities from all over the world.
On the mountain to the east of Syvota, nestles a plateau where is the abandoned village of Vrachonas. It is composed of about fifty stone dwellings. The ruins of its prehistoric acropolis testify to the ancient history of the region.
Turquoise waters, fine sand, pebbles and verdant hills… Its ribs are perfect for sports and underwater explorations.
A motor boat is ideal to discover and enjoy the coasts and the many coves of Parga.
The beach of Kryoneri is the best known of the island and overlooks the small island of Panagia. To the south, the beach of Piso Kryoneri a small creek is bordered in large part by sand. The long beaches of Valtos and Lichnos are quite touristy but very pleasant.
More difficult to access, the beach of Agianakis, much more to the south, is less frequented. The water is turquoise. Conversely, Sarakiniko beach, north of Parga, is quite long and busy, but it remains one of the most beautiful in the city. It is located 12 km from Parga, after the village of Agia and is also accessible by boat from the quay of Parga. Crystal clear waters and an olive grove compose a unique landscape.