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Manousakia Flowers

Manousakia Flowers
Manousakia Flowers
 

 Manousakia Flowers:

Manousakia flowers are very popular in Greece and they also happen to be an endangered species! Did you know that? Manousakia are not just beautiful; they’re also medicinal and have been used by herbalists and traditional healers for centuries. So what exactly are Manousakia flowers? And how can you buy Manousakia seeds? To find out, continue reading this blog post about everything you need to know about Manousakia flowers!

What Are Manousakia?

Manousakia flowers are, without question, one of the most beautiful flowers you can use to add color and style to your home or office. Bouquets of manousakia have a long history in Greece, where they were traditionally given as wedding gifts for luck and fertility. Even today, many Greeks still give these traditional bouquets at weddings. In addition to being a popular flower used in bouquets, manousakia can also be used in cooking.

How Should I Care For Them?

It’s important to know how to care for these delicate beauties in order to keep them looking their best over the long term and prevent common problems that occur when they’re improperly cared for. If you know how to care for them properly, they’ll last far longer than other flowers available at most florists.

The good news is that Manousakia are easy to care for and don’t require much effort. In fact, all you really need to do is place them in a sunny spot with access to plenty of water, as they’re somewhat drought tolerant. Make sure to protect them from strong winds or cold temperatures, as too much exposure can cause damage.

Where did I find them? 

I found them at Chania’s local food market. Manousakia Flowers smell heavenly.

 

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Rhodes in October

Rhodes in October

It’s been a while since the last time the Greek Tourism Board in collaboration with Austrian Holidays organised a press trip to the Greek islands. Fortunately we got back on track, and in the middle of October, a little before the summer season ends for good, a group of journalists and I flew from Vienna to Diagoras International Airport in Rhodes island on a press trip organized by the Greek Tourism board and Austrian holidays. It was a short trip, but we had a wonderful time. These are my photos.

Rhodes in October

Rhodes in October

For anyone who cannot make its mind, has doubts and is not sure whether a trip to Rhodes in October is a good idea (weather-wise) let me tell you this: it is a very good idea. I still remember the moment I stepped into my hotel room, went straight forward to the balcony to check the view and saw people swimming in the sea. It’s good that I witnessed this with my own eyes, so that I know where to fly to next October. For when I wish to catch the last rays of summer sun, I will make sure to check the direct flight from Vienna to Rhodes island with Austrian holidays.

Rhodes in October

Rhodes is the largest island of Dodecanese. It is situated at the crossroads of the two sea routes of the Mediterranean, between the Aegean Sea and the coasts of the Middle East.

Rhodes in October

Throughout its long history, Rhodes was inhabited by different civilisations who left their mark on all aspects of the island’s culture: art, language and architecture.

Lindos Acropolis

Rhodes is world-renowned for its history and monuments. It is also a blessed land with long beautiful beaches and a rich underwater environment.

Lindos Acropolis

Photos taken from Lindos Acropolis

Lindos Acropolis

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Rhodes in October

Rhodes in October

Rhodes in October

Rhodes in October

Photos of Lindos, known as the most beautiful village in Rhodes island.

Rhodes in October

Rhodes in October

Photos from Old town Rhodes island

Restaurants in Rhodes

Paraga Traditional Greek RestaurantChatzikelis restaurant

Photos from Old town Rhodes island

Photos from Old town Rhodes island

Photos from Old town Rhodes island

We spent the last day of this press trip in Symi island. We went to Symi for just one day.  What a beautiful day that was it! And so much laughter! I had a swim in Pedi, a small traditional fishing village. And afterwards, we had a wonderful lunch in an amazing beachfront taverna. This lunch felt like it was our way to say farewell to the Greek summer for 2021. Tip: If you go from Rhodes to Symi, it’s worth staying longer.

Symi Island Greece

Symi Island Greece

panoramic view Symi Island Greece

panoramic view Symi Island Greece

panoramic view Symi Island Greece

panoramic view Symi Island Greece

panoramic view Symi Island Greece

Symi Island Greece

Symi Island Greece

Symi Island Greece

Symi Island Greece

A THANK YOU NOTE

I would like to thank wholeheartedly the Greek Tourism Board, and Austrian holidays for inviting me to join the press trip, the Municipality of Rhodes and Hotel Mediterranean for the warm hospitality and for the amazing room with the front sea view. Also, many thanks to the Deputy Mayor Mr. Nikitas Gryllis for one more welcome to Symi island!  

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Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

At the end of August this summer, I was lucky enough to spend five wonderful days at Kinsterna hotel in Monemvasia. These are my photos.

Kinsterna Hotel

The Kinsterna Hotel is a Byzantine-era rural mansion, which was lovingly and superbly restored with great respect to its long history. All activities that took place in the past on the premises have been revived in an effort to keep them alive. The goal was to make the mansion self-sufficient.

Kinsterna Hotel

Today, the estate produces its own wine, extra virgin olive oil and table olives, tsipouro, bread, marmalade and other fruit preserves, soap and much more.

Kinsterna Hotel

Breakfast under ancient olive trees

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

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Kinsterna Hotel

The mansion’s long history dates back to the Byzantine era. The manor’s architectural and morphological features testify to the building’s Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman heritage and identity. The earliest known owner was Ibrahim Bey. Probably one of the local Ottoman landlords who signed the delivery of Monemvasia in 1821.

Kinsterna Hotel

The manor was lived in until the late 1970’s by the “Lady of Monemvasia” Lina Kapitsini. The main objective of its restoration was the maintenance of the original architecture using traditional building techniques, old and local natural materials.

where to stay in Monemvasia

where to stay in Monemvasia

where to stay in Monemvasia

where to stay in Monemvasia

where to stay in Monemvasia

where to stay in Monemvasia

where to stay in Monemvasia

Moustalevria

A traditional Greek kind of pudding made of grape must mixed with flour and boiled until thick

where to stay in Monemvasia

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The Viennese Girl blog Vienna Austria

The Viennese Girl blog Vienna Austria

Byzantine-era rural mansion in Greece

Byzantine-era rural mansion in Greece

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Byzantine-era rural mansion in Greece

Byzantine-era rural mansion in Greece

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Byzantine-era rural mansion in Greece

Byzantine-era rural mansion in Greece

Impressive river-like swimming pool with private relaxation areas

Byzantine-era rural mansion in Greece

Byzantine-era rural mansion in Greece
Kinsterna Hotel
 

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Kinsterna Hotel

Interesting activities such as horse-back riding, cycling, hiking at the Byzantine paths, handmade soap making, wine and olive oil tasting highlight the guest’s experience.

Horses photography

Horses photography

Horses photography

Horses photography

Horses photography

Linos traditional tavern

Table in the tavern Linos

Byzantine architecture photography

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