 From geographical point of view, Halkidiki Greece distinguishes for the three narrow peninsulas that get into the sea, known as the "three legs" of Halkidiki. The first peninsula is called Kassandra and this is the most popular spot of the region. With busy resorts and crowded beaches, Kassandra's most famous spots are Afitos, Sani, Haniotis, Pefkohori, Polychrono and Skala Fourkas. The second peninsula is called Sithonia and it is much calmer than Kassandra. The beach of Armenistis in the second peninsula is popular with campers, while other frequented spots are Nikiti, Vourvourou, Porto Koufo and Neos Marmaras.
The third peninsula of Halkidiki Greece, Mount Athos, is actually a monastic community inaccessible by people, and especially women. Only men are allowed to enter this community, after they get special permission. More than 20 monasteries are spread in this peninsula, all with impressive architecture. This close monastic community was actually formed in the Byzantine times and till today monks and visitors lead a very simple life. They try to find God through solitude, prayer, exercise, obedience to the Spiritual Father, service and fasting. Boats from Ouranoupolis make the tour of Mount Athos for visitors, but it is not allowed to step foot on the peninsula.
 If you are interesting in sightseeing, visitors can actually find many interesting spots in Halkidiki. Apart from the picturesque mountainous villages in the inland and the beach resorts, Halkidiki has a rich historical background. The cave of Petralona is a natural treasure with stalactites and stalagmites. This is where a human skull of 700,000 years old was found in 1960 as well as fossils of lions, panthers, bears, bats etc that are now hosted in the nearby Anthropological Museum. Other interesting sites in Halkidiki Greece include the archaeological sites of Olynthos, Mende and Acanthus. |
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