ABOUT VIOTIA PREFECTURE

Livadia is the commercial center of the area with farming activities, industry and services. A characteristic of Livadia is the river of Erkina, which flows through the city. Also on the south side of the side are the springs of Crya, which have exceptional natural beauty. There is also the gorge and the church of Jerusalem built upon a rock. 600 steps will take toy there.

Distomo has the ideal climate and the ideal combination of sea and mountain.You should visit the museum of Folk Art. One of the cultural focal points of Distomo is the carnival which to this date carries a very old tradition that goes back to Dionysian times. Koudounarei, are people who are dressed in animal's skins and who have bells hanging from their bodies. They are trying in a symbolic gesture to awaken nature from winter's sleep.

Arachova is a town in the mountains, famous for woven cloths and wines. Built at the foot of Mount Parnassos, Arahova is a place full of narrow alleys going uphill, houses made of stone and a great view to the valley. It is ideal for winter vacations since it is next to Mount Parnassos which is the best organized ski resort in Greece.