The Chestnut Festival in village Kastanitsa of mountainous Arcadia in the Peloponnese, is considered as one of the most important agricultural and cultural events in Greece and has managed to become known and appreciated after 30 consecutive years of existence. Not only has the festival made Kastanitsa village known but it has given a boost to the area at large.

Given the fact that this year the Chestnut Festival has its 30^th anniversary, the known TV cook show by chef Vassilis Kallidis visited the region and shared with us the gained experiences.

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Particular reference was made to hotel Villa Vager which is located in village Levidi of the county of Arcadia, as the crew of the show enjoyed a quad ride and a rafting session at river Loussios.

Levidi village and hotel Villa Vager are located at a mere 160 km from the capital Athens. The town of Tripoli is at 20 minutes away by car and at 15 minutes from the village of Vitina. Built in 1843 upon the highest hill of the village, Villa Vager is an impressive stone mansion which was restored with great care and thus transformed into an accommodation treasure presenting guests with all kinds of modern amenities.

With Villa Vager as the perfect base, visitors have the opportunity to visit the interesting sites of the wider region, to explore the beautiful Kapsia Caves and the ancient theater of Orchomenos. The hotel offers 4x4 Polaris quad bikes which are at the guest's disposal for an exciting ride at the slopes of Mount Mainalo. You may also find interesting to engage to a rafting session down river Loussios or a long horse ride within the green forest.

For reservations call us at +302108981884 or send us your request via e-mail at callcenter@tresorhotels.com

Press on the video below for the full show of “Nostimi Ghi” in Greek language and enjoy a trip in Arcadia plus the chef’s cooking experience while in the region.

Video copyright by Christos Kintis. All rights reserved. ©

From: Eva Kanellopoulos

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