Paragliding is a recreational extreme sport that is becoming more and more popular here. Thanks to the geographical position and ideal weather conditions, the area offers ten different flying sites that are internationally known by paragliding fans.
Velia is definitely one of them!! It nestles among two large valleys that are excellent for flying over. During the flight, you will be amazed by the beauty of some picturesque neighboring villages, valleys, mountains and historical sites. The take off altitude is at 1543 m/5061 ft above sea level and the take off is made from the ski center on antennas, in order to land on the Louson Valley.
In addition, the site is appropriate for both the amateur and advanced pilot. Favored with amazing Mediterranean climate, Velia welcomes paragliders at any time of the year. Finally, the spot is suitable for long distance flights to all wind directions, as the conditions are ideal to gain height easily.
Stuttgart is situated in southern Germany and is the capital of the state of Baden-Württemberg. It is the sixth biggest city in Germany and is surrounded by a ring of smaller towns. The area is called Stuttgart Region.
Nevis Range's moto is ''The Mountain Experience For All Seasons'' and that can describe what this sports resort could offer to all its visitors. It's situated at about 6 mi/10 km from Fort William, the largest town of the Highlands in Scotland.
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
Wenatchee is the largest city of Chelan County, located in North Central Washington and lies on the west side of the Columbia River. The city is also known as the Apple Capital of the world, due to the valley's many apple cultivations.
Wenatchee is the largest city of Chelan County, located in North Central Washington and lies on the west side of the Columbia River. The city is also known as the Apple Capital of the world, due to the valley's many apple cultivations.
Barbados is situated west of the Atlantic Ocean and east of the Caribbean Sea. It is also standing on the eastern side of the islands of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and on the north-eastern side of Trinidad and Tobago. The capital city, as well as the largest city in Barbados is Bridgetown. It is located on the southwestern side of the island.
Close your eyes and imagine yourself walking through beautiful landscapes, hear the voice of the birds, feel the playful disposition of wild abele and chestnut tree, breath the fresh air and let the magic of the blue horizon to seduce your senses. Your fantasy can turned into a reality. The only think you should do is to visit Pelion.
Afrati is a small village in the regional unit of Euboea island in Greece, in the commune of Liladia. It's covered by a large forested area of pine trees. The fresh air, the graphic character and the simplicity of life are some of the treasures of this region. Afrati, which means ''fluffy'' in Greek, took its name after the fact that the soil around the village is fertile and soft for agricultural purposes.
Mount Parnitha is located in the North Athens regional unit and is the highest mountain range of Attica. Much of this densely forested mountain is designated a national park, and is a protected habitat for wild birds.
Euboea is the second largest island in Greece, located on the eastern coast of Central Greece and is worldwide known for the extraordinary natural phenomenon of the tide's changes, taking place on the Euripus strait.
Loutsa (aka Artemis) is situated in east Attica, Greece and is a suburban town about 25 km/16 mi east of Athens, north of Lavrio, northeast of the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and south of Rafina. Artemis or Artemida is located on a plain with some forested mountains to the northwest and a deforested rocky mountain to the south, in a farm setting full of grasslands, some rocks and groves, pine forests and farmlands.
In central Greece, you can find Parnassos, the great mountain where you can escape from everything. It's one of the most beautiful mountains in Greece. Towering above Delphi, where Greek mythology is still alive.
Nea Makri is a coastal city located in northeastern Attica, about 20 mi/32 km away from the center of Athens. The city borders to the north with Marathonas town, to the south with Rafina and to the west with the mountain of Penteli. Fronted by the south Evian Gulf, Nea Makri has a coastline of more than 6 mi/10 km long with beautiful sandy beaches and crystal clear sea.
Pelion is a mountain in central Greece, in the southeastern part of Thessaly. It's a tourist destination throughout the year. It's a combination of highland and maritime scenery. Pelion has more than 40 villages and all of them offer a natural beauty. The colorful landscape, the natural beauty, the traditional architecture of the houses, the sound of the water sources and the blue horizon, create an amazing atmosphere.
