A city situated in the heart of Rodopi that is famous for its beauty. Nowadays, Xanthi can guarantee its visitors will discover new activities, whereas the Palia Poli (Old City) of Xanthi will surely enchant with its old-fashioned beauty. At the center of the city there is an abundance of choices such as sweet shops around the square, shops to...
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About half an hour away from the center of Xanthi is the seaside town of Avdira, its name true to its rich history. It is the birthplace of the important ancient philosopher Democritus and the sophist Protagoras. According to mythology, Avdira was named after Hercules’ companion, Avdiros. It is said that Hercules founded the city in honor of...
Porto Lagos belongs to the municipality of Avdira and is located 26 kilometers from Xanthi. It is a quiet village, known for its port and its port’s industry. One of the most organized and well-known activities that takes place in Porto Lagos is fishing. There are fishing cooperatives and one can find fishing boats at its port. For this reason...
Avdira and Porto Lagos are located near the sea, but Stavroupoli is located in the mountainous area of Xanthi. If you love nature and like extreme sports in general, Stavroupoli is the ideal location for these types of activities, as it is the entrance for the stena (passage) of the River Nestos. Kayaking, safari, trekking and rafting are only...
Located less than an hour away from the center of Xanthi, are the Pomak villages. Echinos is the most important due to its central location in the mountainous Xanthi. Visitors are enchanted by nature’s unique beauty, as well as by the nearby settlements which offer opportunities for spiritual and physical relaxation. Clean air, an escape from...