At the southernmost tip of the Kassandra peninsula in the area of Halkidiki on Cape Paliouri, at 112 kilometers ditance from the town of Thessaloniki, lies the village of Paliouri. Here you will find mainly traditional stone houses and narrow streets. The village of Paliouri itself is located on low hills at about 2.5 kilometers from the coast, but in the area there are beautiful beaches where a limited number of accommodations are available, including luxury villas with private pool. The distance to the village of Pefkochori is 7 kilometers. Also in the village Paliouri itself is a fairly large hotel complex. There are no high-rise buildings such as in Kallithea, which makes the place very picturesque. The most famous beach in this part of Kassandra is called Chrouso or Chrousso beach.
The name Paliouri comes from the word "Paliouria", a kind of bushes that grow in the region and which the people used to mark out their houses. It is thought that near the village Paliouri, between Chrouso beach and the higher vantage Arapi, lie the remains of the ancient city Theramvos. This city was mentioned by Herodotus. According to hime the city was forced to help the Persianf in the war between the Persians and the Greeks.
Many excavations have been made in the area that seem to substantiate this story. The city survived until Roman times. On the southernmost point, 8 kilometers away from Paliouri, is the area known as Kanistro. Here was the site of the temple of Apollo Kanastreos which was built in the Ionian period. One of the original pillars of this temple is processed in the nearby chapel of Agios Nikolaos.
The beach of Agios Nikolaos is an approximately 1 kilometer long beach with sand and small pebbles, and usually it's pretty quiet. Near this beach with its fishing harbor are mostly private homes and there are no hotels. There are only a couple of luxury villas for rent at Tsagkari Pigadi. Sometimes the beach is also given that name (Tsagkari beach). The actual hamlet of Agios Nikolaos and the little harbour can be found at short distance westwards. Next to the harbour is another small beach.
Chrousso beach actually consists of three beaches: Chrouso, Xenia and Alonaki. At the beach of Chrousso are sunbeds and umbrellas for rent and you can enjoy water sports. Above it are Chryssi Ammos (golden sand) and beautiful Glarokavos beach (Glarokavos = "Bay of the seagulls'). At this last beach seawater flows through a narrow entrance in the shape of a channel into some kind of small lake, along which you can find the beach. The water is shallow and there is natural protection from the sun through the trees that surround the large beach of Glarokavos. Also on the side of the sea itself is beach. Near the beach is a beach bar where you can buy something to drink.
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Only 250 metres from Chrouso Beach, family-run Porto Valitsa boasts its own private beach with free beach chairs and umbrellas. Its suites overlook the sea and the garden. With a light and modern d�cor, Porto Valitsa suites come with air conditioning, TV and seating area with fireplace. Guests also enjoy free Wi-Fi and free private parking. Cocomat beddings ensure a good night's sleep. A hydromassage shower is available in the bathroom.
Porto Valitsa restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu focuses on local recipes prepared with fresh local ingredients. The sea-side caf�-bar serves drinks and refreshing cocktails under the shade of pine trees. On site, you will also find an open-air theatre where live performances and broadcast of events are hosted in July and August. The numerous sports opportunities in the area include water sports, scuba diving, hiking, mountain biking and cruises. Greek cooking lessons and activities, such as pressing the grapes during the wine harvest, are also organized.
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Located in Paliouri Village, K Villas offer fully equipped and elegantly decorated units, each with a private pool and a garden with sun terrace. Free WiFi is available in all areas. The nearest beach is 200 metres away. Fitted with a fireplace, all air-conditioned villas of K feature Aegean Sea, garden and pool views. Each consists of 2, 3 or 5 separate bedrooms, a living room with satellite TV and a kitchen with dining area and oven with hobs.
Guests may relax on the sun loungers of the sun terrace by the pool and enjoy the views. Laundry and ironing services can be provided upon request. A restaurant with Greek Cuisine and a playground can be found only 100 metres away. Thessaloniki International Airport is located 110 km from the property. Free private parking is possible on site.
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Chrousso Village is situated on the southern tip of Kassandra, 400 metres from the Blue Flag beach of Chrousso. Features include a tennis court, 2 adult and 2 children's pools. The self-catered studios and apartments are dispersed over picturesque gardens. All feature spacious verandas overlooking the gardens, the pine forest or the pool.
The 2 poolside bars are open throughout the day, serving refreshing cocktails and ice-cold coffee. Traditional and international cuisine, prepared from fresh, local products is served at the restaurant. The hotel's diving school offers joyful underwater moments. Several water sports are on offer on the beach. Young guests are entertained at the baby pool, the kid's disco and mini club.
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