Milies description and photos - Greece: Volos (Topic)

Milies description and photos - Greece: Volos. Detailed information about the attraction. Description, photographs and a map showing the nearest significant objects. The title in English is Milies.

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Approximately 28 km from Volos on the slopes of Mount Pelion (at an altitude of 400 m above sea level) is the picturesque Greek village of Milies. This is one of the most picturesque mountain settlements in Pelion. The enchanting landscapes of Milles and its environs, beautiful old houses buried in greenery and flowers, cobbled streets, rich cultural and historical heritage, as well as an amazing atmosphere of harmony and hospitality of local residents attract a huge number of tourists here.

During times Ottoman rule Milies was an important cultural center of the region. It was here that the Psychis Akos school was founded in 1814 on the initiative of Antimos Gazis, Grigorios Constantas and Daniel Philippidis. - one of the first institutions of higher education in Greece during the Turkish occupation. Excellent equipment with teaching aids, fully complying with the standards of European educational institutions, and a high level of teaching very quickly brought wide popularity to the school.

The village square is traditionally a favorite place for the residents of Milles and its guests. Here you can relax and dine in cozy restaurants and cafes while enjoying excellent local cuisine. One of the main attractions of Milles is also located on the square - Agios Taxiarchos church from 1741 with beautifully preserved frescoes. A feature of the temple is its excellent acoustics. In 2000, with the support of the Ministry of Culture, the Bach Festival was held here.

On the main square of Milies, the Public Library is also located, which contains about 4000 rare books, unique manuscripts, important historical documents, textbooks from the school `` Psychis Akos '' and the original flag of the revolution, which was raised in Milies by Antimos Gazis on May 8, 1821.

You should definitely visit the famous Milies railway station and take a fascinating ride on the rare the train "Mountzouris". This journey through picturesque gorges and woodlands, along ancient arched stone bridges through mountain villages, will allow you to fully enjoy the stunning landscapes of Pelion. The railway was designed by the famous Italian engineer Evaristo De Chirico in 1895 and, given the peculiar natural landscapes, this is one of the most complex and unique railway structures in the world.

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