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Beaches of Magnesia
As well as the village beach (walking
distance), there are several other nice sandy beaches within a 30 minute drive
of the villa. In summer there are daily boat trips for tourists to
Skiathos departing from another nearby village, Achillion.
Archaeology
Shopping/Amenities
The nearest town is Almyros which has banks and other amenities all
only 20 mins drive away. Volos, from whence Jason and the Argonauts are
said to have set sail, is a bustling small city with a wide range of
shops, restaurants and ferry links to
nearby islands such as Skiathos,
Alonissos and Skopelos.
Volos is famous for its ouzeries or bars where you can have ouzo or the local aniseed drink, called tsipouro, accompanied by small plates of mezzes,(appetizers), rather like Greek tapas. South of Amaliapolis is the small port of Glifa which has a daily ferry link to the island of Evia (Euboia).
Excursions
The Pelion Peninsula is also within driving distance with beautiful scenery, historic mountain villages and seaside resorts - a good day trip. In winter there is even a ski resort on the peninsula! Further afield you can visit classical Delphi (approx.120km), the Byzantine monasteries of Meteora (approx.180km) or the Hellenistic/Roman site of ancient Dion (approx. 170km). Scenic Lake Plastiras is also worth a visit. In fact the villa makes an ideal base for exploring all of mainland Greece, with easy access to the E75 motorway linking it to the Greek road network. Be adventurous and go exploring!