Halkidiki (Chalkidiki) is a popular tourist destination, ideally situated on the North part of Greece, southeast of Thessaloniki. Poligiros is the capital of Halkidiki and is 69 km from Thessaloniki and 590 km from Athens. It is a town with a wonderful climate, built amphitheatrically on the side of Mt. Profitis Elias offering its residents and visitors a fascinating view.
A visitor can see all around the unique growth of nature, the amazing beaches, the secluded creeks, the picturesque little villages with all the remarkable traditional architecture, the archaeological treasures and the historical monuments. Tourists' area in Halkidiki consists of Kassandra, Sithonia, Agio Oros, etc. Kassandra is the most westerly of the three prongs of Halkidiki. It is remarkable for its extensive beaches, pine forests and small villages as well as for the impact tourism has had upon it. It is difficult to get away from it all but if you like discos, fast food, motorbikes you may be quite happy here, provided you can find a place to stay. Sithonia is a bit less infested than Cassandra though it still boasts some of the areas most popular and attractive resorts. Mount Athos (Agion Oros) is the third and most eastern peninsula of Halkidiki. The most interesting sight and at the same time one of the most beautiful in Greece is the one brought by the combination of the unique wild nature of the peninsula with the various monasteries existing here from many centuries.
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