Best of European Union » rest areas http://www.best-of-european-union.eu Travel through the most beautiful places in Europe Sun, 08 Sep 2013 13:36:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.6 Nature Walks In Rhodes, Greece http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/2013/04/17/nature-walks-in-rhodes-greece/ http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/2013/04/17/nature-walks-in-rhodes-greece/#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:43:56 +0000 Julius http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/?p=14520 The Island of Rhodes is absolutely stunning for many reasons, but it seems to be the general consensus that the natural beauty is its strong point. There are many gorgeous beaches, thick blooms of olive trees and several other unique sites to see. Taking a nature walk throughout this region is certain to leave you […]

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]]> The Island of Rhodes is absolutely stunning for many reasons, but it seems to be the general consensus that the natural beauty is its strong point. There are many gorgeous beaches, thick blooms of olive trees and several other unique sites to see. Taking a nature walk throughout this region is certain to leave you with a lasting memory full of joy. It really is hard to describe how beautiful this area is with words, so you certainly should check it out in person. Let’s talk a bit more about why Rhodes is a beautiful place and also why you should consider taking a nature walk through the region.

Petaloúdes, Butterfly Valley, Rhodes, Greece
Petaloúdes, Butterfly Valley, Rhodes, Greece by dancing_triss

The Wonderful Butterfly Valley

One of the most visited areas in Rhodes is the beautiful Butterfly Valley. It’s a natural park that is situated deep within the gorgeous forest where the wonderful Panaxia butterflies are scattered about. If you visit during August you’ll notice a huge increase in the amount of Panaxia butterflies. This is the prime time of their reproduction. The sight of millions of butterflies fluttering all throughout the region is quite a beautiful sight to see. Anyone who loves butterflies, gorgeous fauna and an all-around good time will appreciate a beautiful stroll through this area.

Rest Areas

During your nature trail you may want to stop and take a rest; you’ll have no shortage of areas to get a bite to eat and relax. There is a restaurant and cafeteria section that will offer you some great options for a memorable lunch.  You can also visit the butterfly museum and learn all about the reproduction cycles and details about the Panaxia butterflies. It’s very important that you do not disturb the butterflies of the region at any time during your trip as they are highly protected by wildlife authorities. You should always be respectful of nature when you’re visiting these types of areas.

Butterfly in Petaloudes (Butterfly Valley), Rhodes, Greece
Butterfly in Petaloudes (Butterfly Valley), Rhodes, Greece by dancing_triss

What to Bring Along

It’s a good idea to bring along a camera as your hiking trail is certain to be filled with many beautiful sights. An evening nature stroll through the park is ideal as it will allow you to snap some of the most beautiful pictures. Using flash is not recommended as it can disturb the butterflies of the region. The rocky terrain can be a bit hard on your feet, so you want to be certain that you have a good set of shoes for the trail.

Author Byline:

Randy Johnson has worked for many hotels in Rhodes Greece and has experience in travel planning.

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]]> http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/2013/04/17/nature-walks-in-rhodes-greece/feed/ 0 Vintgar Gorge – one of the most popular natural features in Slovenia http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/2011/01/20/vintgar-gorge-one-of-the-most-popular-natural-features-in-slovenia/ http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/2011/01/20/vintgar-gorge-one-of-the-most-popular-natural-features-in-slovenia/#comments Thu, 20 Jan 2011 22:52:54 +0000 Julius http://www.best-of-european-union.eu/?p=2381 Vintgar Gorge is one of the most popular natural features in Slovenia about 4 km north of the town of Bled and contains of Radovna river Valley that surround the high rock walls. Gorge is a popular place for tourists, there are really beautiful natural scenery. Since 1893, there is a wooden walking path through […]

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]]> Vintgar Gorge is one of the most popular natural features in Slovenia about 4 km north of the town of Bled and contains of Radovna river Valley that surround the high rock walls. Gorge is a popular place for tourists, there are really beautiful natural scenery. Since 1893, there is a wooden walking path through the gorge, which is long 1600 m. The river makes series of rapids and waterfalls. The most popular waterfall is Šum. Next to the waterfall there is a pilgrimage church of St. Catherine. All along the trails there are lots of rest areas with benches and picnic tables.

The entrance to the gorge is paid and a basic adult ticket costs 4 Eur.


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