Parga.

Parga, Greece is a small town placed on the north-west coast of Greece, with approximately 2,500 inhabitants. Its main feature is its beautiful surroundings. Parga is ideal for relaxing and strolling around, although it gets a little busier in summer. Its history started many centuries ago.

Due to archaeological findings, it is believed that Parga has been inhabited since Neolithic times. Parga appears more clearly in Greek history from the Byzantine period. Along its history, the city was conquered by the Venetians, who built the castle of Parga, and was destroyed by pirates.

It was also under the rule of the Russians and the British, who finally sold it to Ali Pasha in the 19th century. The residents moved close to the island of Corfu to avoid the cruelty of the Turks and returned to their birthplace after the liberation of Greece in 1819.

Parga became part of the Greek state a century later, in 1913. An interesting archaeological site is its Venetian castle, which lies on top of a hill. The castle has Venetian and Turkish features and offers a picturesque view of the ceramic rooftops and the bay of Parga.

Apart from its history, Parga also has beautiful scenery. Much of the greenery surrounding the town consists of huge olive trees planted by the Venetians in the 16th century, and olive oil production remains an important local activity.

The houses of Parga are amphitheatrically built around a sheltered bay. Although Parga is not an island, it has a distinctive island atmosphere. Restaurants offer traditional homemade Greek food, while accommodation ranges from camping areas and rooms to luxurious hotels.

The surroundings of Parga include picturesque villages and beautiful beaches, reached on foot or by boat from the harbour. A visit offers the opportunity to enjoy the town and explore its rich natural setting.