Papigo village is considered one of the most charming villages of Zagoria and is situated on Astraka, one of the highest peaks of Mount Tymfi. It is 52 km north of the city of Ioannina on the northern side of Vikos gorge and can be accessed by a bridge. Papigo village is divided into Megalo (big) and Mikro (small). The road leading to the village of Papigo is one of impeccable beauty and you will enjoy the ride or walk. The nature touched by the Voidomatis River is breathtaking along with the vistas of the Vikos gorge. Papigo’s stone-alleys offer great strolls, and the two-stored mansions found in the village have been declared a national historical monument. Their construction materials are mainly stones and this applies also to the traditional architecture of the houses and most buildings. These constructions are also unusual because they do not have a balcony. Another sight close to the village would be its stone made natural fountains. Mikro Papago is amphitheatrically built on the steep slopes of the mountain and leads to the popular Dragon Lake, placed on the edge of a great limestone cliff overlooking the Aoos Valley.
Zagoria is a complex of mountainous villages in mainland Greece surrounded by dramatic natural beauty located on the northwestern side of Greece. This region is mostly known to Greek tourists for its wide range of activities such as hiking, rafting, trekking, climbing, and horse riding. Zagoria is a holiday destination mostly for autumn and winter, when nature is at its best, offering also some ski center options. Zagoria includes the Gorge of Vikos, which is the second deepest gorge in the world after the Grand Canyon. Zagoria villages distinguish for the characteristic traditional architecture, with the stone houses, the paved paths, and the grey-tiled roofs.
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