Evia (also spelled Euboea) is the second-largest island in Greece. Owing to its great vicinity to the Greek mainland and its connection to it by two bridges, it is accessible over both sea and land; by numerous ferry lines along its western coast, as well as car, buses, and trains to its capital city, Chalkis (also Chalkida). In this post, you will find all the essential … [Read more...]
Highest Mountains on Evia Island (Euboea)
Evia (also spelled Euboea - gr: Εύβοια) is the second-largest island in Greece after Crete. Beyond the picturesque, remote beaches that define its long coastline, the vast, 3,684-km² interior of the island is occupied by wild, at times craggy, at times lush, extensive and high mountain ranges. Given also its great vicinity and excellent connectivity to the Greek mainland and … [Read more...]
Hiking Mount Dirfys, Evia Island, Greece
Mount Dirfys (also spelled Dirfi – gr. Δίρφυς) is the highest mountain on Evia, Greece's second-largest island. It is by far the island's highest mountain and most prominent feature. Its conical, jutting, volcano-resembling summit is visible from at least a hundred-mile range around the island. The stunningly picturesque, alpine landscapes that characterize the mountain make … [Read more...]