The Most Beautiful Villages of Greece and the Greek Islands
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From the green, terracotta and ochre of the Ionian Islands in the west, to the brilliant blue and white of the Aegean, the villages of Greece and its islands present a picture of incomparable beauty. This title presents a picture of a village culture largely lost to other countries of Europe, but loved by many visitors each year.
A visual celebration of the loveliest villages in Greece, all set in landscapes of overwhelming magnificence
From the Ionian Islands in the west to the brilliant blue and white of the Aegean, the villages of Greece and its islands present a picture of incomparable beauty.
The variety of village life and building springs from a multitude of histories and influences, often through foreign occupation. Yet this cannot disguise the fact that these villages are all, in their separate ways, an expression of Greekness, one of the most durable ideals in history.
Here are the most beautiful villages created by that spirit. Complete with appendices of useful information for the traveller, The Most Beautiful Villages of Greece and the Greek Islands presents a fabulous picture of a culture largely lost to other countries of Europe, but loved by visitors every year.
Series: The Most Beautiful . . .
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Reviews of The Most Beautiful Villages of Greece and the Greek Islands praise it for its stunning imagery and evocative portrayal of Greece's charm. Readers find it a visual delight and ideal for those dreaming of a Greek adventure, with its exquisite photos capturing the beauty of sunlit settings and the vibrant atmosphere of Greek villages.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780500515747
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 16 May 2011
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Illustration: 285 Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 195.0mm
Height: 242.0mm
Weight: 980g
Pages: 216
About the Author
Mark Ottaway is the former ChiefTravelWriter at the The Sunday Times.
Hugh Palmer is one of most renowned photographers in the UK of gardens and rural life. He has contributed extensively to the Most Beautiful Villages... series.
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