ALONNISOS, GREECE
Alonnisos is a Greek island in the Aegean Sea. After Skiathos and Skopelos it is the third member of the Northern Sporades. It is 3 km E of the island of Skopelos. Alonnisos is also the name of a village on the island, as well as the municipality that encompasses the island and the village.The village of Alonnisos is located on the southern part of the island. It is locally known as Chora. The main port of the island is located in the southeast and is called Patitiri. There is ferry and hydrofoil service from Patitiri to Volos, Agios Konstantinos, and Thessaloniki on the mainland and to the islands of Skiathos, Skopelos and Skyros.
Agriculture is widespread on Alonnisos, predominantly mixed farming and vineyards. The main products are almonds, grapes, figs and olives. Spruce trees are abundant on the island. While fishing is a popular profession on the island, tourism is now the main industry. The beaches around the island consist of pebbles. The ecosystem in the north side of the island is in good condition. The Mediterranean Monk Seal (Monachus monachus) is common around the island, and in 1992 the Alonnisos Marine Park was created to protect these seals and other animals.
This post is part of the Water World Wednesday meme,
and also the Outdoor Wednesday meme.
What I wouldn't give to be on that beach or in one of those boats right now!
ReplyDeleteAwesome pictures... I love water shots, these make me want to be there as well.
ReplyDeleteFantastic photography of a very beautiful place ~ (A Creative Harbor) ~ artmusedog and Carol ^_^
ReplyDeleteThe water is such a beautiful, deep turquoise!!! Absolutely gorgeous scenery.
ReplyDeleteLovely captures, Nick. (I suspect the Greek Islands are on most people's "bucket list" ! - thanks for sharing these scenes with those of us who may not get there).
ReplyDeleteSuch a gorgeous place and love the beach too.
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Kim,USA