A Road Trip on the way to The Village
A few weeks ago I took a drive with my husband. Our destination was his…
It was a nice ride up on a perfect spring day. Of course we always love to go up to the mountains and have been doing so for years. But this time it felt different, we slowed down a bit and looked around. And we ended up discovering the beauty of the road trip on the way to the village.
… lots of twists and turns.
I should point out that I have not been compensated in any way for this post. We literally stumbled upon this idyllic hotel and were enchanted.
The interesting thing is that this little hotel is nestled between the road and the Vouraiko River. Beyond the river, and parallel to the river and the road, is a train that snakes up to the mountains with the final destination Kalavryta.
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I’m sure you are all bored with my mountain pictures.
So instead lets look up! God was putting on a show just for me and my camera. I always say that the sky is the best canvas for God’s artistry.
A #SoCloseToAmazing moment if there ever was one.
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What beautiful lodgings! That barn red accented by the stone facade is so pretty. I bet, if your destination were further than two hours, you might have been tempted to stay here for a night to really enjoy the views and accommodation.
Happy weekend, Mary!
Poppy
You are absolutely right Poppy. Who wouldn’t want to stay there.
I love joining you on these trips, it’s almost like being there. Keep them coming! #MySundayPhoto
Thank you so much for your sweet comment!
Hi Mary, beautiful photos as ever! Greece is too beautiful not to stop and explore if you have the time. My favourite photo has to be of the sheep crossing the road en mass.I have had to slowdown for sheep crossing the main road over here, and it’s silly things like that that make my day.
I remember being fascinated by a giant chess set on the sea front in Athens when I was younger. In the evening we would stop and watch people having a gme.
xx
There is so much to see Debbie. All we need is a bit of time from our hectic schedules. I also love to stare at the rocky mountains. So many colors and shapes. It is never boring to look at nature.
What a beautiful place to explore, I love these little hidden Greek villages. #MySundayPhoto
Oh you’ll be able to explore plenty of them. Are you down here yet? I hope you have a wonderful time.
Perfect road trips include stopping to ask, “What’s this?”
Thanks for sharing yours.
Thanks Michele, we had lots of fun and made a furry friend!
Thanks for taking us on your road trip, it is amazing what we see when we slow down a bit. Those mountains are quite fascinating and the Master Artists put on a wonderful show.
Kathleen
Oh He always does, never disappoints.
What a gorgeous drive. Everything about it is pretty and the sheep blocking the road is priceless.
Do you find that since you started blogging that you look at things differently. Appreciate a pretty landscape more etc?
Yes Leanna. Since I picked up a camera I am always noticing things that I didn’t notice before. The lens helps you focus and concentrate on things you would not have seen otherwise.
A lovely trip Mary! Thank you for sharing all these beautiful and inspiring photos – I enjoyed the post immensely!
We are all adventurous in my family and use the weekends to go on road trips and explore the country.
That is wonderful Maya. I encourage everyone to do road trips. Weather a short trip or long.
Gorgeous photos. Looks like some beautiful scenery to drive through.
Oh it was incredible. I drove my husband crazy making him stop every so often.
Wow! What beautiful country ~ can see why you like to go there ~ Wonderful scenic photography and love the sheep and dog ~ ^_^
The countryside is teaming with life. And there is never a dull moment or corner.
What a beautiful trip… so many interesting things to look at and your pictures are lovely.
Thank you so much. I really treasure these short trips.
You got an excellent dose of discovery. An old camera and a chess set? Who would have thought of funding that? Like the sheep pictures. Some of the mountain pictures remind me a bit of California.
I tell you Ruth, I had to stop in my tracks when I saw that old camera. And it was taller than me.
Super beautiful photos.
Thank you so much Patrick!
What lovely scenery!
Thank you so much, I had no part in it.. I was just lucky to be there.
Great pictures Mary! I’m so glad that you gave me a reminder about enjoying the trip that leads you to the destination!
And since you also live here you know exactly what I mean about finding hidden treasures along the way.
beautiful sights you seen on your road trip. Love the sheep on the road.
Those sheep are always running around, especially when you are in a hurry. Lucky for us we took our time.
Thsnk you for photos of your lovely drive. The mountains, grass, pasture lands, and sheep remind me of the south island of New Zealand. The hotel is fascinating and the movie projector would have caught my eye as well.
That was quite the surprise in the middle of the countryside.
You live in the most enchanting part of the world. The views are absolutely stunning, your traffic is a whole lot more pleasant than the kind I encounter and I adore the fact that there are still hidden treasures along the way. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us. It was a bright spot in my day filled with the usual surroundings!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it Kim. I also like your surroundings a lot. We used to drive to the north end when I was a teen and spend our summer vacations there. I have many fond memories.
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful.
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Thank you! I was lucky that the weather was so perfect.
Gorgeous photos. Though I’ve never been to Greece I feel that you capture it beautifully. Thank you for sharing at Snickerdoodle and come by my blog to see your post featured at this week’s Snickerdoodle party.
Thank you so much Sharon for your kind world. If I can make anyone wish they were there, or feel as if they are a part of the landscape then I am truly happy!