Greek Pies (Pites): A Regional Guide
Greek pies, or pites, are a cornerstone of the country's culinary heritage, varying wildly from island to island and mountain village to mountain village.
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CityAthens
Ancient wonders, rooftop bars and the gateway to the islands
CityThessaloniki
Greece's food capital, with Byzantine treasures and a seafront promenade
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A colourful harbour town beneath a Venetian castle on the Ionian coast
IslandMykonos
Windmills, whitewash and the Aegean's most famous nightlife
IslandSantorini
Cliff-top villages on the rim of a flooded volcano
IslandCrete
Greece's largest island: gorges, Minoan palaces and legendary food
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Venetian elegance, green hills and turquoise coves
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