The artificial lake of Aoos lies approximately 20 km/12.4 mi north of Metsovo, on the east side of the Prefecture of Ioannina. It was constructed in 1987 and is considered a particularly important project for the region. Due to its amazing natural position, as it nestles among the Valia Calda and the Vikos-Aoos National Parks, the location enchants numerous visitors all year round, including sports enthusiasts. A favorite activity here is kayaking.
The starting point is on the east side of the lake and the tour lasts about 1:30 hours. As you row in the blue waters, you can admire the dense beech and black pine forests, beautiful rare plants, rare bird species such as kingfishers and black storks and if you are lucky enough you can see a bear or a wolf. Keep in mind that, the spot accommodates both the beginner and advanced kayaker.
All you need to bring is a towel and a second pair of running shoes, as everything else is provided by the local schools. Finally, after your kayaking experience, you should visit Metsovo, a major tourist destination, where you can stroll in the picturesque cobblestone paths, taste delicious traditional dishes and enjoy high quality accommodation options.
Lake Santa Giustina, located at 41 km/25.5 mi in the northern of Trento, in north Italy, is a unique spot for practicing canoe-kayak.
Sardinia island is very famous for the unique combination of crystal clear water with its particular emerald colors and a rocky mainland with steep cliffs, reaching the sea banks.
If you get easily bored and are looking for something different and extreme, South Padre Island is waiting for you. It is a resort town in Cameron County, Texas, U.S. Having the amenities you need, South Padre Island can be your best getaway.
Duluth is a seaport city in the state of Minnesota and the county seat of Saint Louis County. It is located at the westernmost point of the Great Lakes, on the north shore of Lake Superior. St. Louis River, in the U.S. states of Minnesota and Wisconsin, flows into Lake Superior. The river's watershed covers 3634 mi²/9412 km².
Wenatchee is the largest city of Chelan County, located in North Central Washington and lies on the west side of the Columbia River. The city is also known as the Apple Capital of the world, due to the valley's many apple cultivations.
County Cork is situated in the South-West Region of Ireland and it is the largest of all Irish counties. The climate here, like the rest of Ireland, is classified as a maritime climate, usually with cool summers, mild winters and abundant rainfall. Cork enchants visitors with its beautiful landscapes, historic towns and magnificent coastline. In addition, it provides with a number of sporting and leisure activities to perform and remember forever.
Mount Kissavos or Ossa, is situated on the east side of Thessaly region, facing the amazing Tempi Vale and Mount Olympus to the north, whereas to the west the beautiful plain of Larissa. The location offers many opportunities for outdoor activities and adrenaline sports, such as hiking, canyoning and mountain biking.
Following its successful completion in the four previous years, the leading mountain running race in Epirus and one of the greatest in Greece, comes this year, on July 24th and 26th, 2015.
Some people go ''back to black'' and their thoughts are like dark shadows. Some others go ''back to white'' and their shadows make the snow look black. It's not a pun, it's you when you are sliding down a snow covered hill. If you are addicted to ski, don't think about it, run to Vigla ski center, on Verno mountain.
Metsovo, one of Greece's best known resorts, boasts some of the most spectacular scenery in the Balkan Peninsula, offering a backdrop of forested hills, rivers and springs surrounded by a national park and protected areas.
Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece, known worldwide for its mythological importance, as according to the religion of the ancient Greeks, the 12 "Olympian" gods lived there. Located in Pieria region, on the borders of Macedonia and Thessaly, this incredible mountainous massif has a number of peaks with the highest of all, called Mytikas, reaching a top elevation of 9573 ft / 2918 m and is surrounded by deep gorges and areas of outstanding biodiversity.
Mount Kissavos or Ossa, is situated on the east side of Thessaly region, facing the amazing Tempi Vale and Mount Olympus to the north, whereas to the west the beautiful plain of Larissa. The location offers many opportunities for outdoor activities and adrenaline sports, such as hiking, canyoning and mountain biking.
Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece, known worldwide for its mythological importance, as according to the religion of the ancient Greeks, the 12 "Olympian" gods lived there. Located in Pieria region, on the borders of Macedonia and Thessaly, this incredible mountainous massif has a number of peaks with the highest of all, called Mytikas, reaching a top elevation of 9573 ft / 2918 m and is surrounded by deep gorges and areas of outstanding biodiversity.
It's winter!! An endless white silence cover the forests, the trees and the mountains. The birds are hidden in a lea of wild flowers. The wind cloak the twitter of the birds. The snowflakes are playing with the trees, the oaks and the acid. Suddenly, a big noise freezes everything that is moving.
