One of my favorite holiday vacations was to Dimitsana, in Arcadia, Peloponnese. Exalted even in Greek mythology, it inspired the myth of Zeus’ bath in the holy river Loussios. It was a two-day escape from the busy city of Athens and a chance to enjoy the special time of year…
Greece is even more beautiful during this special time of year. Not just because of the decorations, but also because of the air of hope, joy and wishes for good blessings that people are filled with. My boyfriend (now husband!) and I took time away from the city to go somewhere quiet and special, to enjoy the season together, to enjoy the simpler things of life. Dimitsana was the gift we gave each other.
This story is from the December 2016 edition of Politismos Magazine for Greek History, Culture and Art.
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