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Greece is a country in southeastern Europe with thousands of islands throughout the Aegean and Ionian seas. Influential in ancient times, it's often called the cradle of Western civilization. Athens, its capital, retains landmarks including the 5th-century B.C. Acropolis citadel with the Parthenon temple. Greece is also known for its beaches, from the black sands of Santorini to the party resorts of Mykonos.

Everyone Must Island Hop While Spending Time in Greece

The Aegean Sea is where every visitor will spend a lot of their time in Greece, as island hopping is the best way to explore this culturally rich country. Everyone can choose to either wander along the streets, swim in the warm waters, venture towards a volcano, or simply sit on a sandy beach taking it all in. Here are 6 places everyone must visit while island hopping and spending time in Greece:

1. Santorini
Santorini is a favorite amongst many travelers, mainly because the party there never ends. Most visitors will spend time in the towns of Fira and Oia, venturing out as necessary to see the sights. One of the favorite sights is Akrotiri, which is an ancient Minoan settlement that became buried when a volcano erupted there more than three thousand years ago.
Hotels in Fira, Greece

2. Meteora Monasteries
The monasteries of Meteora have been around for centuries and six of them can be explored by anyone that visits. It is not easy to reach the monasteries, as there are numerous steps that need to be climbed to get to the entrance of each one. However, once a person is inside, they will forget the climb and instead will focus on the candles, Byzantine frescoes, religious icons, and peacefulness that can be felt at every turn.
Hotels near Meteora Monasteries

3. Corfu
This island is within the Ionian Sea and it is one of the number one destinations for visitors. Many visitors will spend most of their time in Corfu Town, where everyone can wander around the pedestrian friendly streets while admiring the architecture and 16th century fortresses.
Hotels in Corfu Town

4. Thessaloniki
This fascinating city is only smaller than Athens and the history there dates all the way back to 316 B.C. While in Thessaloniki, visitors will want to see a few of the Byzantine churches, the White Tower from the 15th century, the Triumphal Arch of Galerius, and the Rotunda from the 4th century.
Popular Thessaloniki Hotels

5. Mykonos
Mykonos is considered a luxurious island and it is full of elegant hotels, decadent restaurants, and numerous activities. This is the perfect place for those who want to sit back and relax in style, whether it is on the beach or on a boat in the water.
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6. Delphi
This area of Greece was quite popular during ancient times, because everyone went there to worship Apollo, who was the God of light, music, prophecy, and healing. Visitors can spot the ruins of numerous temples as well as a stadium and theater, but the most impressive part is the Delphi Archaeological Museum with its amazing collection of pieces that have been found over the years.
Hotels in Delphi, Greece

No one can stay in one place when they visit Greece, as they will miss out on too much of this beautiful country. Island hopping is the only way to experience this spectacular area and it will allow a person to determine which destination is their absolute favorite.