Essay no.3
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Pieria is the most beautiful crossroads in Greece. Imposing Mount Olympus and the evergreen Pieria Mountains it serenely unfolds to the crystal blue waters of the Aegean Sea. It truly attracts millions of visitors every year from all over the world, yet never loses its own unique charm. 
It's the land of mythology, the Gods and the Muses, the cradle of cyvilization, with a strong cultural past. In this land, one's senses vividly perceive the spell of the scenery and the integrity of nature. The mountain and the sea, green and blue, myth and reason, blend together in remarkable harmony. Surrounded by those delightful sights, Pieria invites you to live a dreamy holiday at a place which will captivate you with its warmth and beauty. Its abundant nature and vast beaches , with crystal clear blue waters, give it a special touch and colour. The picturesque fishermen's villages, with their seaside strewn with teverns which serve seafood delicacies, breed a very special sensation and a new impulse of life.The vastness of the sea brings a
feeling of exaltation as well as of emotional tranguility. A holiday in Pieria is a real escape when one wants to relax from everyday routine and regain one's strength. One may enjoy the sea, indulge in the unique nature of Pieria, entertain to the sound of traditional and modern music, go shopping, visit art and cultural events and discover new ways of life and thought. The perfect local read network makes it an ideal base for the visitor who wishes to take day - trips to other parts of Greece and return to his hotel in Pieria to spend the night. The coasts of Pieria , with their golden beaches and salty sea smell, are just irresistible. A pleasant and safe road takes the visitor along a seventy - kilometers coastline withlots of groves and pine - woods. Along this coast there are fully equipped tourist businesses, hotels , bungalows, camp - sites and rooms for rent. The enchanting crystal clear sea offers the visitor endless opportunities to indulge in the pleasure of its waters, by participating in the action of aquatic sports and games or by relaxing with a cold drink in the comfort of the shade of a straw umbrella. The coasts of Olympus combine life, beauty, ecstasy and a world of dreams. The villages along the coast have their own well  - organized shopping centres with a wide variety of goods. All kinds of stores are all scattered in the same area and are ideal for buys. This merry atmosphere is then carried to other clubs, which provide lively entertainment until the early hours. Pieria lies at a junction and is perfect base for short trips to significant historical and cultural cites and monuments in Greece. Setting off from Pieria, one may visit Delphi, Meteora, Volos and other interesting places. Thessaloniki provides a wonderful opportunity for a visit. It is an important commercial centre of Europe with many monuments, museums,
castles, churches, a comprehensive market and a vivid nightlife. Next worth visiting are Vergina, with the tombs of the kings of Macedonia, and Pella, the capital of the ancient state of Macedonia. Pieria has its own archaeological, historical and ecological journeys. Setting off on an archaeological tour, Dion, the sacred town of the Macedonians, whose divine name was a link with Zeus, is a good place for the first stop. Next, the areas of Pidna show traces of man's presence and civilization from prehistoric times to the times when the Byzantine Empire was prospering.  
          Pieria is an exceptional place , truly impressive that has managed to keep its traditional style and sense of history. It is worth visiting first of all because of its unforgettable picturesque landscapes and unique culture. It is a real paradise on Earth, so if one wants to cut off from everyday life full of noise and stress, it is an  ideal place for holidays. We highly recommend it and invite for more discovery of the land beauty.
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Name: Agnieszka J. S.
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