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Why Preveza? |
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Preveza has so much to offer. When you are there and you smell the sea, you enjoy the amazing weather and you see the happy people, you just know that you are at home. Preveza has everything needed to become a big cosmopolitan center as its location is unique.
Location. The city is located on the coastline of the Ionian sea. An immersed tunnel connects Preveza with Aktion on the opposite. The town has a vigorous insular character and charms the visitor with its cosmopolitan air. In a few minutes or just a couple of hours you can have access to all the Ionian Islands plus Italy (Lefkada Island is just 20 minutes away). The city is accessible by land, sea and air. The Greek government plans to facelift the area within the next few years. This includes development of major highways that will connect Preveza with other major Greek cities and northern Europe, development of athletic centers and creation of the biggest archeological park in Europe.
Climate. This city is blessed with over 300 days of brilliant sunshine a year. The winters are mild and the summers are warm cooled by a system of seasonal winds. From May to October it rarely rains.
Natural beauties. Turquoise waters, extended coast line, breathtaking scenery. Only pictures can show the magnitude of this beautiful place.
Eco-tourism. Almost 35 klm away from Preveza you will find the Rodia Wetland Center which promotes eco-tourism and activities to promote the protection of the environment, within the wetlands of the Ambracian gulf.
Live there all year round. Many islands and major tourist destinations in Greece are empty during the winter months. This is not the case with Preveza. The city is full of life that offers a variety of services to locals and visitors. Preveza hosts thousands of students in its newly developed University.
Safety. Where else in the world can you see your children or grandchildren playing at 11 o'clock at night with their friends, without worrying that something bad might happen to them? Nowhere else. Preveza as is the rest of Greece is considered one of the safest places on earth.
Airport. Preveza's airport is the only airport in Greece except the international airport in Athens that offers two separate lanes for landing and departure for extra security. Daily flights connect Preveza with major Greek and European destinations. Most European flights are direct and you do not have to connect to the city through Athens as occurs with other major Greek cities and islands.
Quality of life and environment. This is a clean place. The people take care of their city and the environment. Preveza is well known for its clean beaches. This is a safe place to swim and have fun. The waters do not have dangerous ocean predators such as sharks, barracudas, etc
Yachting marina. Preveza's yachting marina is as unique as the city itself. This is an area for entertainment that gives the opportunity to the locals and the visitors to socialize, flirt, enjoy night life and a chance to admire the large yachts that stay at the marina for a period of time. Large private yachts visit Preveza daily. One of Preveza's most famous visitors is Prince Charles of England.
Night life. It is well known that the night life in Greece is one of a kind. Preveza' s people have the main characteristics of a city that knows how to live life. Restaurants, night clubs, quiet taverns, and live music. This is simply a place that has everything for every taste.
History. The region is full of archaeological findings that cover almost all the history of man. The naval battle of Aktion that took place in the sea between Preveza and Aitoloakarnania in September 31 BC was an important historical fact. Octavian of Rome fought with his fleet against Anthony and Cleopatra, queen of Egypt. The dramatic result of this battle was the destruction of Cleopatra's fleet. Octavian was the winner and for his triumph was designated Augustus and built Nikopolis. The first report on Preveza was made in 1292. The town was set free from the Turkish in 1912 along with the rest of Epirus and united with the rest of Greece.
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Preveza Sightseeing
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Nearby famous destinations: The islands of Corfu, Paxos, Antipaxos, Lefkas, Meganisi, Kefallinia, Ithaca and the famous historical cities of Epirus, Ioannina and Arta.
