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Holidays in Chalkidiki (Halkidiki), Greece
Chalkidiki (Halkidiki) is one of the most frequented tourist destinations in Greece, due to its abundance of verdant areas, sandy beaches, fine archaeological, historical and religious sites and exciting nightlife.

It is made up of 3 peninsulas: Ê assandra in the west, Sithonia in the center and Agio Oros (Mt. Athos) in the east. Each peninsula has its special charm and unique characteristics. The peninsulas have a well-developed tourist infrastructure and offer visitors all the comforts of home, which is why so many choose to spend their holidays in Chalkidiki and at the Danai Beach Resort and Villas in Nikiti, Sithonia.

Kassandra, Chalkidiki (Halkidiki)
Kassandra is the western peninsula of Chalkidiki (Halkidiki) and the most cosmopolitan of the three, with organized beaches that combine lush vegetation and sand. Visitors of Kassandra can tour several interesting archaeological and historical sites in Kassandra such as: The Ancient city in Polygyros, the Sanctuary of Amon Zeus and of Dionysus and the Nymphs in Kallithea, the Ancient Site of Mendi in Kalandra, the Castle Ruins and the Channel in Nea Potidea, the Windmill in Kassandria and the Agios Pavlos Tower,the Folklore Museum and the Ancient Site of Afitios in Afitos, and the Stavronikitas Tower in Nea Fokea. You can find superb beaches that are excellent for swimming and sunbathing in: Afitos, Chanioti, Kalandra, Kallithea, Kriopigi, Nea Fokea Nea Poteidea, Nea Skioni, Paliouro, Pefkochori, Polygyros, Siviri, Skala Fourkas and Sani.

Sithonia, Chalkidiki (Halkidiki)
Sithonia peninsula is situated between Kassandra and Agio Oros. If you are on holidays in Chalkidiki you can explore this area, which is famous for its quaintness and utter beauty, as it possesses countless traditional villages, lovely harbors, dazzling beaches, small coves, impressive archaeological and historical sites and excellent architecture. Sithonia is frequented by all types of people, but mainly by those who desire a more relaxing vacation. The most significant archaeological and historical sites in Sithonia are: The Ancient Site of Toroni, the Parthenonas settlement in Neos Marmaras, the Tower and the Pre-Byzantine Fortress in Agios Nikolaos and the charming Kelyfos Island located opposite Neos Marmaras. Sithonia is popular for its beautiful beaches in the following areas: Agios Nikolaos, Kalamitsi, Korakas, Marathias, Neos Marmaras, Nikiti, Porto Koufo, Panagia's Bay, Sarti, Sykia, Toroni and Vourvourou.

Agio Oros, Chalkidiki (Halkidiki)
Agio Oros ( Mt. Athos) is the eastern peninsula of Chalkidiki (Halkidiki) and is most famous from its many monasteries, peaceful atmosphere and spiritual aura. Agio Oros ( Mt. Athos) is also full of evergreen forests and a variety of fauna. Year after year, many male pilgrims (women are not allowed in these monasteries) stay here for a short time for meditation and reflection. The most important sites in and around Agio Oros (Mt. Athos) are: The Xersis Channel in Nea Roda, the Prosforiou Tower and the Fragokastro in Ouranoupoli and the Ancient Site of Akathos and Krouna Tower in Ierissos. Some of the best beaches in Mt. Athos are:Ierissos Beach, the beaches in Ouranoupoli and the beach on Ammouliani Isle.

During your holidays in Chalkidiki (Halkidiki) you should also tour the mainland and visit several very impressive sites such as: The Archaeological Site in Olynthos, the Ancient City in Arnea, the Natural Acropolis Fortress of Antigonia in Nea Kallikratia, the Cave in Petralona, the Byzantine Tower in Galatista and the Archaeological Museum in Polygyros.On the mainland coast of Chalkidiki there are some wonderful beaches such as Gerakini, Metamorphosi, Nea Kallikratia and Nea Moudania.