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Greek Quotes for a Road Trip Through Greece

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The Greeks are wise, as these Greek quotes will show you. They’re also really funny.

When I think of Greece, I think of dreamy islands and brightly blue-painted doors. I didn’t think of road-tripping.

But now, having done it, I highly recommend it. Leaving Athens, our first stop was Meteora, home to adventure-seeking monks. That was followed by several days in Epirus. It’s a mountainous region in northwestern Greece that is home to over 2000km of hiking trails and bears! Yes, bears in Greece!

Epirus is famous for its mountain villages. Kallarytes, a village on a mountainside, consisting of just 15 houses was one of my favorites! The beautiful landscapes truly highlight the untouched natural environment that is enjoyed by those inhabiting the traditional villages in Greek Epirus.

Rather than returning the same way, we headed south, since no trip to Greece is complete without a visit to the crystal blue waters that Greece is so famous for – that’s where Parga comes in!

Parga, Greece is a beautiful town in the western part of the country, in Epirus. A popular destination for summer holidays as it is surrounded by both lush greenery and the cobalt sea, it boasts a unique natural setting.

Now a road trip through the impressive landscape of Northern Epirus wouldn’t be complete without some tunes, which I’ll leave to you, but I’ve got something even better for ya. Greek quotes, most from our very knowledgeable and hilarious guide Sophia.

As travelers know, connecting with locals and really getting a feel for a place enhances travel so much more than just sightseeing.

These Greek quotes will give you a feel for the real Greece and for how Greeks think.

WARNING!  You’ll never be able to say It’s all Greek to me again! OPA!

Recommended Reading: Hiking in Greece: The Top 9 Places

Quote from Constantine Cavafy, one of Greece's most famous poets.
Meteora, where monks live in monasteries on seemingly suspended sandstone cliffs.

 

quotes from a greek tour guide
Dodoni Theatre, the most significant archaeological site in Epirus, dating back to 4th century B.C.
Energy from the past impacts the present...Quote from a Greek tour guide
Parvotis Lake in Ionnina.
Father Thanasis quote. One of ~74 stone-arched bridges found in Epirus that connect the villages in the mountainous region.
One of ~74 stone-arched bridges found in Epirus that connect the villages in the mountainous region.

 

Even to the Greek that is not well educated, the historical past is to be respected....Quote from Greek tour guide
Near Parga.
Greece needs to be rediscovered. 20 years ago people came to see where Socrates lived. Now young people don't even know who Socrates is. From Sophia, our guide through Epirus.
House in the seaside village of Parga
Remember we're not in pizza land, we're in pita land! Quote from a Greek guide.
The beautiful village of Parga.

 

Let me know your favourite Greek quote in the comments below.