Good morning, All! I am reblogging today an old post with more information from my short break to the ‘Athens Riviera’ last summer. I also got to visit the imposing Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion, just in time to marvel at the famous sunset views it offers. Scroll down to see the book that I wrote, inspired by these places of alluring beauty!
SEE ALL THE PHOTOS HERE
My husband Andy and I drove to the Eastern coast of Attica to enjoy 3 days. This area is known as ‘The Athens Riviera’, seeing that it can be quite cosmopolitan in parts.
We stayed in a lovely hotel in Varkiza which provided an excellent location for nearby trips to the fabulous beaches at Lagonissi and Anavyssos for a swim. One evening, we went to the furthest tip of the eastern coast, all the way to Cape Sounion, to see the sunset from the ancient Temple of Poseidon.
I felt compelled to take my debut novel, The Necklace of Goddess Athena, with me! I wanted to honour the story since the temple and the sunset are heavily featured in the climax of the story. But I won’t say more so I don’t give any spoilers, obviously!
When I visited Anavyssos for a swim I took this short video , to show you the big crossroads by the beach. It features in The Necklace of Goddess Athena at a crucial part of this YA/NA mythical urban adventure. I thought it might please the readers among you who loved the book to see the real place!
DID YOU KNOW?
A. The Temple of Poseidon was chosen as one of the Greek locations in the popular TV series “The Little Drummer Girl” starring Florence Pugh and Alexander Skarsgard.
B. Lord Byron, who had two long stays in Athens between 1809-1811, visited Cape Sounio more than once during this time. On one of his visits, he carved his name in the temple base. See if you can spot it among the other ancient carvings left on this world-famous landmark!
My awarded debut novel, The Necklace of Goddess Athena, is set in Athens, and also partly in Sounio. Phevos, a 20-year-old from ancient Greece, time-travels to today’s Athens, arriving shocked and confused… His mysterious father has just sent him there without any explanation. Soon, he makes new friends, discovers old family secrets, and gets ensnared in a war between two Olympian Gods… VISIT AMAZON
THANK YOU FOR READING! MAKE SURE TO DOWNLOAD MY FREE BOOK BELOW 🙂
Sharing is caring! Here’s a ready tweet for you to spread some love:
Interested in FREE books, Greek travel and easy recipes? Here's a blog you will love! #Greek #blogger #writer Share on X
FREE book for you!
You will receive it instantly, along with samples from my most popular novels, by signing up below for my bimonthly newsletter. Enjoy fun news from my life in sunny Greece, photos from my travels, delicious recipes, and a plethora of free e-books in every issue!
Clean Christmas romance. Single mother Cathy Roussos gave up on love long ago, and veterinarian Alex Rallis doesn’t believe in it, but one magical Christmas on a Santorini farm might just change everything!
Check it out on Amazon Read a FREE sample!
For my delicious Greek recipes, go here.
Planning to visit Greece? Check out my FREE guide to south Corfu!
This clean romance short read will transport you straight to Corfu to experience summer in an idyllic seaside village. The story is inspired from the author’s love for Moraitika and its people. Now, also available as an audio book! Visit Amazon
Beach fun and sweet romance mixed with magic spells! The Raven Witch of Corfu is an original story that will rivet you with its unrelenting suspense. The final twist will blow your mind! Set in Messonghi, Corfu. Available in paperback , box set or 4 kindle episodes! Visit Amazon
