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The town of Parga has a remarkable architecture, affected by the Venetian style due to the long Venetian occupation in the past.

Overview of Parga

Parga is known for its traditional, narrow streets. The houses are
The town of Parga

These features certainly aid in the picturesque view of this seaside town. The churches also allow to appreciate the Venetian style in a different framework.

The famous Venetian Castle of Parga, surrounding a rocky hill in
From there, you can have a wonderful view of the town and its bay.

The castle of Anthousa

Stroll around the narrow streets of Parga and have a look on its valuable remains of its Venetian architectural style!
 
typically Venetian, which means that they are small in size, white-colored and there is little space between one house and the other. Most of them have also two or three storeys, wooden balconies and tiled roofs. the highest point of Parga, is another sample of the Venetian architectural style, although it has had some additions by the Turks. It is an impressive medieval construction with high walls, inscriptions, emblems and secret paths that lead to the sea.
A white-washed arch
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Narrow street
 
A nice neighbourhood
 
An old, wooden door

Busy street
 
A house of Parga
 
The waterfront of Parga

The castle of Parga
 
Parga square
 
Entrance to the castle

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