Top 10 Greek Islands [antikvár]

I Welcome to SThe Greek !Islands With endless days of sunshine, dazzlingly beautiful beaches, magnificent countryside and legendary historic sites, the Greel< Islands have it all. These stunning islands make for a Mediterranean holiday like no other, whether you're seeking a beach holiday, hiking destination or cultural break. With Eyewitness Top 10 Greek Islands, they are yours to explore. t-; Elegant Corfu Old Town and atmospheric Argostóli, the capital I of Kefallonlá, are just two of the must-see sights of the ionians. ^ To the south are the unspoiled Argo-Saronic Islands, home to S the magnificent Temple of Aphaia on Égina. The Cyclades and J the Sporádes include the blue and white splendour of Santorlni, '" whimsical Mykonos - with the sacred city of Delos close to its shores - and quintessential Skiáthos, a magnet for film-makers. i Take in the artistic legacy of the Knights Hospitallers in Rhodes Old Town and visit the Monastery of St John where the saint wrote the Book of Apocalypse. Admire Macedonian influences at the Néa Moni on the Northeast Aegean island of Híos, explore ancient Pythagóreio and Heraion on neighbouring Sámos, and don't leave without visiting Crete, where you can walk in the footsteps of ancient civilizations at the Palace of Knossos. Along the way you'll find superb resorts with watersports, restaurants and nightlife. Whether you're visiting for a weekend or a week, our Top 10 guide brings together the best of everything the Greek Islands have to offer, from immaculate Santorinian villages to spectacular Cretan canyons. The guide has useful tips throughout, from seeking out what's free to avoiding the crowds, plus nine easy-to-follow itineraries designed to tie together a clutch of sights in a short space of time. Add inspiring photography and detailed maps, and you've got the essential pocket-sized travel companion. Enjoy the book, and enjoy the Greek Islands. Clockwise from top: The coastal town of Oía in Santorini, Palace of the Grand Masters in Rhodes, Porto Katsiki beach in Lefkáda, Crete's Irákieio harbour lit up at night, excavated pithoi at Delos, dovecotes in a field in Tinos, a fresco at the Palace of Knossos in Crete ¦¦ Í i .1' ; ¦ ¦ ¦]¦ I 1 I-' - Í . 'J i '' M, ' - ' I i' 1 < i . , !, : ¦ ' 'i ¦ ¦,. í ' ¦ - , '''' \ I ' : ¦ . I . ; ¦ 1 : ;