The Spirit of the Greek Islands through Brush Strokes

Still in an indecisive phase ?

My forebears used to wisely say that  ” Ειδεναι Ορεγεται ”  is in humans’ nature; Aristotle Metaphysics.

The Spirit of the Greek Islands through Brush Strokes

Just have a look at the  ‘Travel Leisure’  American magazine where Santorini (Thira) made its way to the list of  Top Islands . Selected out of thousands of islands from all over the world,rightly gained its distinction for its quaint beauty. It stands with pride on the  remnants of a volcanic caldera in the Aegean sea, receiving its visitors with agreeable warmth and plenty of attractions.

However,we shouldn’t push aside the other little gems which are scattered all over Greece in the Aegean and Ionian seas,shining in the turquoise crystal clear waters, while reflecting their greenish and blueish tones.They look like basking dolphins of different species that vary in size or like emerging Aphrodites from the sea-foam.

Most of them known since ancient times, with glorious history and culture behind them and perpetual sunshine beyond the reaches of Gods. They are also renowned for the idyllic moments of the sunsets,when the skies are vibrantly painted with tawny to brownish-orange shades and tones.

Sunset Illusions and Different Faces and Phases

Sometimes, when I am looking at the map,they remind me of a huge  ‘smorgasbord’  with an abundance of choices that makes the pick unbearably challenging …  They are all there, restful and very blue,with balmy sunny weather,to satisfy all the trends and desires,even the most exquisite penchant.

Discover new oceans with unfathomable beauty that it is waiting  for you to explore and appreciate.Being in those little islands  and experiencing  primitive values, it gives you the sensation that you travel back in time when once life  was more humane and relaxing.Nowadays,simplicity is lost in the rush to become modern and ritzy and privacy tends to become a luxury.

Reflectively Gazing the Horizons Behind the Immense Blue Ocean

Fancy yourself  isolated on a sandy beach  with sheltered bays and coves or with green hills behind you,all ready to receive you and show you the way to the little priceless delights of life and to idle pleasures. Or,wandering  in cobbled paths or narrow streets of undeniable charm, almost squeezed between little, white-washed houses,souvenir shops or medieval stone houses.And,and … last but not least,what about having  some anise-flavoured ouzo,either in a shot glass or in a bigger one with some cold water and ice cubes that turn it  into a milky white refreshing drink to go with the appetizers that the seaside tavern(a)s (small restaurants ) usually serve as  light summer dishes.Trust me,there is nothing better than a dish with octopus,sardines,fresh summer salads and many other  titillating delicacies.

Indeed,promising,carefree destinations ….

The Coast is Clear ...

Yes,the Coast is Clear …   and Scented with Basil fragrances which march to the beat of the waves … and to my puns.

Reflective thoughts by the seaside,through the Magic Spectrum of  Blue and the Spirit of the Greek Islands.

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