Mikro Chorio: Churches, History and Landscape

Mikro Chorio can be explored through its religious sites, local memories and distinctive landscapes. In addition to churches and a museum, these include a commemorative plaque in a cave, an easy path through fir trees and a lake with a special story of how it came to be. This raises a practical question when planning your trip: would you mainly like to explore the history of the village, or would you also like to make time for a walk through the landscape?

Churches and remembrance in Mikro Chorio

Agia Kyriaki is the main church of Mikro Chorio and is located in New Chorio. The Church of the Transfiguration of the Savior is located in Old Chorio. This means there are religious landmarks in both named parts of the village—a specific distinction to keep in mind as you explore the area.

A commemorative plaque in Blourentza Cave recalls that residents of Mikro Chorio sought shelter there during the occupation. The cave is therefore also connected with a specific experience of local residents. For travelers who want to learn about a place’s memories as well as its churches, the plaque adds another historical perspective on Mikro Chorio.

Museum: local collection and library

The Historical and Folklore Museum in Old Mikro Chorio displays, in five rooms, exhibits donated by residents of Mikro Chorio. The museum also has a library with books by authors from Mikro Chorio and Evrytania, as well as books about Evrytania and history in general. This brings together different cultural perspectives: objects donated by residents and a collection of books covering local and regional topics as well as history in general. If you are interested in the village’s history and its wider context, the museum offers a varied focus for your visit.

The path through the fir forest landscape and the lake at Tzíri

The easy, 1.5-kilometre path winds through a fir forest landscape and connects New Chorio with Old Chorio. Its length and easy rating give you specific details to consider when adding a walk to your travel plans. At the same time, the route connects the two named parts of the village through a landscape shaped by fir trees.

A lake beside Tzíri was formed after a landslide. Together, the path and the lake offer different points of interest: the path highlights the connection between New Chorio and Old Chorio, along with the fir forest landscape, while the lake draws attention to how it came to be.

Which side of the village suits your trip?

The churches, museum and commemorative plaque offer different ways to explore the village’s history; the easy path is a practical option if you would like to plan a walk. The lake at Tzíri adds a landscape feature shaped by its formation after a landslide.

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