subject: Zagorochoria hotels and Information [print this page] Zagori, geographically, is divided into three sections: the Central, West and East Zagori with twenty, ten and sixteen villages respectively. Today Zagorohoria maintains their culture in an effort to continue the tradition and the customs of past residences. Particular architecture, traditional music, natural beauty, wild beauty of the mountains and rich flora and fauna of the region are those characteristics that distinguish it and attract people to visit Zagorochoria. In the region of Zagori is developed a unique architecture, based on the abundance of stone and wood. The architecture of Zagori is a good example of imitation of the nature by human. The habitants of Zagori had to face the harshness of the climate and space. A constant struggle characterized the relations between human and the area. So, the houses are very tied to the landscape, the mentality and lifestyle of local residents. The rough area in conjunction with the many rivers and streams, especially during the winter months, made obligatory the construction of bridges. The golden age of Zagori allowed wealthy families to finance expensive and sometimes unsuccessful ventures connecting villages. Today, some 60 bridges survive in very good condition but there are reports of one hundred others who have been destroyed.The monasteries and churches in Zagori follow their architecture and are built with materials of the region, as stone and wood. The buildings travel us back in time, since they are chronologically earlier than the common houses or mansions which are met in the villages. Characteristic common feature of temples is shed abroad in large arches, forming a kind of antecedent to protect the faithful people from the winter weather. In many churches of monasteries, the door is too short and it is an often structure in order to prevent the invaders from the profane to enter the sacred area with their horse, as usual. The visitors have the choice to select between many activities in Zagorochoria like mountain bike, trekking, horse riding, parachutes, walking in specific routes and more. They will be surprised of the environment and their winter or summer vacations in Zagoria will be unforgattable for them. I am sure that the Tourists will come back again and again in Zagorochoria to explore many times the endless beauties of the area. Also I suggest it without doubt for any tourist that wants something unique for his or her winter and summer vacation. Have a nice stay in Zagorochoria. Explore Zaorochoria via its unique Tourist Guide http://www.zagorochoria.com or find more articles and information about zagorochoria concerning accommodation and revreation in Greece Travel Guide http://www.focusgreece.com .
