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LET ' S GO ΑΓΟΡΙΑΝΗ | AGORIANI
Γκρίζα Αρκούδα | Griza Arkouda
Ο Καταρράκτης | Waterfall
Teresa Country Lodge
ΠΟΛΙΤΙΣΤΙΚΟΣ ΣΥΛΛΟΓΟΣ Μ . 6937 150610
Μετρά μόλις 1 χρόνο λειτουργίας υπό την προεδρία του κ . Στάθη Τούντα και ήδη απαρτίζεται από 80 μέλη ! Η ίδρυσή του ξεκίνησε από τα μέλη της χορευτικής ομάδας του χωριού με σκοπό την ανάδειξη της πλούσιας παράδοσης του τόπου με λαογραφικού ενδιαφέροντος πολιτιστικά δρώμενα , από παραδοσιακούς χορούς και αναβίωση αποκριάτικων « ξεχασμένων » εθίμων την περίοδο της Αποκριάς μέχρι επισκέψεις στις « κρυμμένες » ομορφιές , όπου εκτός από τα μέλη μπορούν να συμμετέχουν και επισκέπτες .
CULTURAL ASSOCIATION The Association counts only 1 year of operation under the Chairmanship of Mr . Stathis Tountas and has already 80 members ! Its foundation was initiated by the members of the dancing team of the village aiming to give prominence to the rich heritage of the region with folklore cultural events , from traditional dances and the revival of carnival ’ s forgotten customs to visits in “ hidden ” beauties , open for participation to members and guests .
WHERE TO STAY
• In one of the elegant suites of Teresa Country Lodge ( M . 6946 060381 ).
• In one of the comfortable rooms or suites with fireplace of the authentically traditional Guesthouse Asimina ( T . 22340 61492 ).
• In Elatos Resort & Health Club , a place of such luxury and facilities that exude the authentic Alpine feeling . Its chalets are in the woods a few kilometers from Agoriani ( T . 22340 61162-3 ).
• In one of the cozy rooms of the friendly Guesthouse Stamatis ( T . 22340 51557 ).
WHERE TO EAT
• At the famous Nick ’ s tavern in a cute little setting , which for 17 years now serves traditional dishes with a more creative cuisine twist ( T . 22340 61456 ).
• Excellent Italian food in the Teresa Country Lodge restaurant ( M . 6946 060381 ).
• At the family tavern Griza Arkouda ( Grey Bear ) a few yards from the square you will taste in a cozy room traditional delicacies revisited with a creative and fresh look based on George ’ s recipes . Must taste the veal with chestnuts , baby goat with greens and duck with apple . Daily from 18:00 , weekends from 13:00 ( T . 22340 61277 ).
• At Platania on the square , which are famous for their delicious meat , traditional dishes and homemade stews that patrons enjoy , if the weather permits it , at tables outside under the sounds of the waterfall or else in the dining-room around the fireplace . Daily 12:00 -23:00 ( T . 22340 61259 ).
• In the rustic bakery at the square which will rouse you with the scents of freshly baked traditional bread , homemade pies , cheese-breads and sweet delicacies ! ( Τ . 22340 61243 ).
WHERE TO HAVE FUN
• At the newly opened Sokin at the far end of the square , the first place to be exclusively a bar that has already become known for its friendly air , the warm atmosphere and premium drinks and wines as well as cocktails accompanied by the sounds of Greek and foreign music ( T . 22340 61006 ).
• At the stone café Patzo , owned by Panagiotis , for coffee , drinks and rakomelo ( greek alcoholic drink with honey ). We liked the tables outside on the deck overlooking Parnassos ! Daily except Mondays .
• In the Le Grand Chalet , at the entrance !
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Η κεντρική πλατεία | Main square
HOW TO GO From Arachova you will get there via the Prov . Road Arachova-Eptalofos ( 24.3 km , about 33 ’).