At the verdant foothills of Kissavos, Ampelakia looks like a village that has escaped the flow of time. With its stone-built mansions reminiscent of a scene from another era, they create the impression that this is an almost “fake” place - however, their beauty is completely real.
Just five kilometers from the Sacred Straits of Tempi, Ampelakia is one of the most authentic ornaments of Larissa, offering the visitor images of unparalleled charm. Their name comes from the small vineyards that the residents cultivated until the end of the 17th century; however, the village’s fame traveled much further thanks to a unique event: here, in 1778, the first agricultural cooperative in the world was founded, making Ampelakia a point of reference for all of Europe.
Today, walking along the cobblestone alleys, among the well-preserved mansions and stone-built courtyards, you feel as if time has truly frozen. The local architecture remains unchanged, capturing the power and grandeur of another era.
The Folklore and Historical Museum of Ambelakia, in the mansion of Mola, reveals moments of the daily life of the residents through the centuries, while those seeking panoramic views, a climb to Prophet Elias, just outside the village, compensates with the enchanting view of the valley of Tempi and the Castle of Oria.
Ambelakia is a place that makes you stop, look and remember that beauty is found in the simple and authentic - where time has decided to rest.
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