Galaxidi

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Through the stunning mountainous landscapes of Fokida one reaches a town with a feel of posh, tradition, and naval history: the picturesque pride and joy of the southern coasts of central Greece, i.e. Galaxidi. Brave seamen used to sail around the Mediterranean Sea to seek refuge in the two natural ports of the little town, Agora and Chirolakas. The naval and the folklore museums bear witness to the history of Galaxidi.

Τhe famous naval town

Captains’ mansions and cobbled narrow streets call for and guarantee a relaxing stroll. Traditional architectural elements conjure up narrations of the old times: colourful facades, marble arches around the gates, yards with flowers and pebbles, and stone balconies decorated with figureheads. The town hall, housed in the Tsalaggyras mansion, the Folk Art Museum, housed in Aggelis mansion, the Girls’ School, and the Mpourzeiko mansion, are some of the best preserved old buildings. As for ancient monuments, you will find them at the park of the town: the tomb of king Locros and the remnants of the walls of ancient Oianthi. Through the five traditional squares, you will get to the highest point in town to visit the church of Agios Nikolaos with its wood-carved icon screen, its two bell towers and its imposing dome. It is one of the prominent religious spots of Galaxidi, with the church of Agia Paraskevi being the other. Visit it to marvel at the sun clock in its yard and the zodiac circle drawn on its floor of 1911.

On the right side of the port, visit the verdant area of Pera Panta, take in the panorama of the little town, and blow your camera with photos! Walking in nature will whet your appetite for seafood. The nearby Oianthi beach is densely inhabited by restaurants. Among the local specialties, don’t miss ravani, a kind of syrup cake.

The locals urge us to return at Carnival and to experience the traditional Dionysian custom of “alevromoutzouromata”, i.e. pelting one another with coloured flour, on Clean Monday.

Keep in mind that one of the greatest assets of the little town is its proximity to the unique archaeological site of Delphi.

FILMING IN GALAXIDI

FILMING IN GREECE
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THE DAY THE FISH CAME OUT (1967)

A military aircraft crashes near a tiny Greek island after jettisoning its nuclear load, and a team of experts is sent to conduct a discreet search for the missing bombs. Their presence, supposedly as representatives of a hotel development company, turns the island into a thriving tourist resort...

DIRECTOR: MICHAEL KAKOYANNIS
FILMING LOCATION: GALAXIDI

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From Athens via PATHE (Athens-Thessaloniki), to Castle and continue to Galaxidi the journey is 2.5 hours. From Thessaloniki via PATHE (Athens-Thessaloniki) to Thermopylae and continue to Galaxidi, the route lasts about 4.5 hours.

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