Mythology tells that the most beautiful of immortals and god of light Apollo, son of Zeus and Leto, was born on the humble Aegean island which since became sacred
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Parga is also a great base for rewarding day trips to natural and historical sights like the Acheron River and the mystical, ancient "Nekromanteion"
The traditional way of life reigns supreme across the island
Inhabited for 6,000 years the island is full of history & monuments with classical temples, medieval monasteries, Byzantine churches & Venetian fortresses
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For those who love to roam, many hiking paths cross the island leading to traditional hillside villages, stunning gorges, and mysterious explorable caves
From teen partygoers to young families, from gourmet couples to wizened hikers, from stylish art lovers to island hopping students, Paros welcomes all-comers with open arms
Thanks to celebrity inhabitants Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson, the island is now on the Hollywood radar with more stars visiting every year
One of the oldest cities on Earth that embraces the present at every turn
A primer on the highs and lows of four-wheel drive
