In this text we are writing about our country, Greece.

Greece is in the south-east of Europe and borders Albania, F.Y.R.O.M., Bulgaria and Turkey.The capital of Greece is Athens.

There’s sea around our country. In the west there’s the Ionian sea and in the east there’s the Aegean sea. Greece is mountainous, that’s why there are lots of rivers. The biggest mountain is Olympus.

In Greece we have hot summers and mild winters.We are known for our olive oil and traditional food like salads, pies, and other healthy food.

There are people from other countries like Albania, who live and work in Greece. Unfortunately, we are having a big problem, a finacial crisis.That’s why many people lose their jobs, become poorer and migrate.

Despite the problems we are trying to have fun!

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It’s time to show you our town, Akrata! We think that if you visit our lovely town you will be surprised!

Akrata is located in the north of the Peloponnese, near mount Helmos and specifically in the Prefecture of Achaia, which is in the south-west of Greece. It is only 40 minutes from Patra and it is surrounded by mountains and it is also near the Corinthian gulf. The mountains here are a perfect base to explore the charming villages and you can enjoy a stroll in the countryside. Akrata has got about 7.100 inhabitants.

We love our town as it is!

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Akrata is located at the foot of Mount Helmos and along the coast of the Corinthian Gulf. It is just over 30 km from Egio and 60 km from Patra. Egira is located in the east of Akrata. In Egira there is an ancient theatre.
Ιn the south of Akrata there are lots of charming villages. The most popular are Zarouxla and Peristera. Close to them there is Lake Tsivlos. Lake Tsivlos was created due to a landslide. In the west there is the river Krathis.

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Akrata was founded after the Greek Revolution. People from Halkianika built their huts in Akrata. Gradually people from the other villages of  Nonakrida descended and founded other settlements that would later join the expanded municipality of  Akrata.

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Akrata is a city with a beautiful beach. The beach is full of tourists who come for holidays in summer. Akrata is packed with churches. The biggest one is Agios Haralambos. It is a historic building and it is the cathedral. The high school of Akrata is a historic building and students study there.

The forest of Zarouxla is on mount Helmos. It has many trees so it is a lovely place for tourists. Another attraction is  Lake Tsivlos. At  Lake Tsivlos there is an exceptional choice for tourists because it is brimming with trees and people can go camping and can have a picnic. The most famous attraction is the historical waters of Styx .

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Are you wondering how to have fun in Akrata? We have the best suggestions to suit all tastes!
If you like water activities, you can go swimming and fishing at our wonderful  sea or at LakeTsivlos (except swimming).You can also do some activities on the mountains, like hiking, horse riding, hunting and climbing. But the best thing is that you can have picnics or go camping at Lake Tsivlos.
We hope you have fun in our beautiful town!

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Akrata is a city of festivals and the arts.The year-long programme of festivals and events in Akrata is full. Every year there is a big carnival parade with songs and dancing. In summer there are many sports events, like the beach soccer and the beach volley tournaments at the beach of Akrata. Moreover,there are many theatrical plays and music performances.

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Egio is a big and  beautiful city near the sea. Egio is situated in the north of the Peloponnese and 28.o00 people  live there. It’s near Patra.

The weather in winter is cold and rainy and in  summer it is hot and sunny. Outside Egio there is a lagoon,  a port and a lot of villages.

Egio has got beautiful sights. One of them is  ‘Psila Alonia’ Square. Also, there are ‘Oi Skales tou Filopoimenou’. Finally, there is ‘O Platanos tou Pausania’.

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Spetses is next to the Peloponnese in the south-east of Greece.It’s a small island, where 3.972 people live.

It’s not far from the land, so to go there you need just a boat.The island may be small, but there are several mountains and many plants and flowers.

There are a lot of attractions and other nice things, like the museum of Bouboulina, the Posidonio hotel, cannons and mosaic streets.

By M.K., D.S, M.B, D.T

Tripoli is situated in the centre of the Peloponnese.It is near the big mountain, Mainalo.It’s a big city.In Tripoli, 28.995 people live.The climate is wet and in winter it’s snowy and it’s freezing cold.

Around the city there are smaller  mountains with wonderful forests.

In Tripoli, there are fantastic sights such as the Castle, the statue of  Kolokotronis and Megalo Perasma.

By C.D., M.M, T.P, A.K.