Drymonas Waterfall
In Rovies, there are many magical and beautiful sites, one of which is the park with Drymonas Waterfalls, which is situated 15 km. from Rovies and 2 km from the village Drymona.

There is a path, designed by the forest authorities, where the bridges that are found here are made by forest materials. The forest’s plantation is very rich and there are many pine trees, fir trees, oaks and others. It is here that you will find the water fall, that flows into a small lake.

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The river Sipias creates a magical scenery, that combines relaxation and tranquility. At the wider point of the path, you will find the forest kiosk that has an interesting exhibition of local plants, fauna and fossils.

From the water fall point, two natural paths are found, one leading to the top of the mountain Xiro Oros and the other to the monastery of Osios David. If you follow the first path, after a distance of 4,5 km. you will reach the top of the mountain, where you will find an old volcano, which according the forest authorities’s information, is still active.


Limni
Limni Is one of the most beautiful towns in Evia, and is well known for its architecture and the cobble stone paths. Here you will find many Byzantine monuments, such as the church of Zoodohos Pigi and the ascetic cave of Saint Hristodoulos form Patmos.

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At the coast you will find many traditional tavernas and ouzo places, cafes, bars and of course the ideal atmosphere for relaxing holidays. During the summer the “Elimnia” takes place, which consists of cultural events, with theater nights, classic, modern and folklore music, athletic events and many more. Limni is a traditional town, but offers all the modern services and comforts, such as cinemas, banks, and shops.


Ilia
Ilia s a traditional and picturesque fishing village, with tranquil atmosphere. Here you will find many fish tavernas, with fresh fish and local specialties.

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Edipsos
Edipsos is a beautiful town, known from the ancient years for the hot spas with their healing properties. Today Edipsos is a well developed tourist and spa resorts, perfectly combining relaxation, pampering and enjoyment.


Kalamoudi - Damia - Drymona
Those villages are ideal for a nice excursion through beautiful sceneries. There are many traditional tavernas with BBQ and local traditional specialities ( such as rooster casserole, baked or fried pies and bread ( tiganokouloures ) and many other tasty and interesting cuisine.

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Focilised Forest of Kerasia – Fossilised Wild Life Museum
This is a fossilized forest, near the village of Kerasia, on the road Kerasia – Istiea, and is 30 minutes away from Rovies. In this area, excavations that took place discovered many paleontological fauna and wild life findings. Studies on the findings, contributing that the findings are between 10 – 25 million years old.

This forest is a unique natural monument, that is very interesting, as is one of the richest fossilized forests in Greece and in Europe. It stretches between the villages of Kerasia – Agia Anna – Papades. The fossilized tree trunk findings in the whole area, are exceptional rare and highly interesting.

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The wild life in this area, used to be Maherodontes ( big cats such lions ), Elladothiria ( giraffes with short necks ) and Halikothiria. Other animals that used to live here included elephants, hipparia ( small horses ), and Ihthiria ( ancestor of hyenas ). One finding of a rhino scull with two horns, is a very rare and unique finding, proving the variety of wild life in this area.

For the last few years in the village Kerasia, a museum of fossilized mammals has been operating, providing visitors with a fascinating insight into the interesting history of the region.


Koulouros
Koulouros is a deserted mountainous village, offering magnificent views over the mountain. Here you can walk through natural paths in forests, or ravines, exploring the beautiful area and discovering amazing sceneries.

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Monasteries – Religious Tourism
Very close to Hotel Agnandi are 4 monasteries.

:: Hrysovalantou Monastery
This is the monastery of Agia Irene Hrisovalandou, a newly founded monastery, situated on an green slope. The view from here is magical, while in the tranquil atmosphere in the monastery you can take a rest and meet the monks. While driving on the road Edipsos – Rovies you will find the cross road with the road that leads to the monastery after a 2km drive.

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:: Galataki Monastery
This is the monastery of Saint Nikolaos, known as well as Galataki Monastery. It was built in the 15th century, and it is one of the oldest monasteries in Evia and Greece in general. It is 12 km from Limni, and the road that leads to the monastery is an accessible country road. The scenery is very beautiful and the view towards the blue waters of Evoean Gulf is simply breathtaking.

It is a women’s monastery and has great history dating from the Byzantine period, in 1576. At the court yard are pieces of an ancient temple of Posidon, while in the same area is a Venetian tower, which according the traditional tales, was built by the old Saint David. Very near to the monastery, on a rocky area, is the ascetic cave of Saint Andreas ( Andrew ).

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:: Saint David Monastery
At a close distance from Rovies, at the crossroads near the main road Kerasia – Istiea, is situated the famous male monastery of Saint David. It is famous in Evia and also in Greece and was built on a beautiful spot, with natural beauty of trees and water springs.

The monastery was founded in 1550 and has very rare hagiography as well, as historical relics there are exhibited in the monastery’s museum. The monks are very hospitable with the visitors, and offer local fruits and products.

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:: Saint George Monastery
Saint George of Ilia is a women’s monastery, situated in a beautiful spot, with magnificent scenery. It is 10km from Rovies and the road that leads to it, for the last kilometers is a bendy country road, accessible though by all cars. It is an old monastery with a great past and history, and has many old religious relics. The wooden crafted iconostasi of the temple, is a remarkable piece of art.

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