Arta
The City of Bridge
General Information
Other Name: -, District: Arta, State: Epirus, Greece
Area: 0 -
Languages Spoken: Greek,French,German and Italian
Long Distance Code: 26810
Importance: Arta is famous for its old bridge located over the Arachthos river, situated west of downtown.
Best Time to Visit: September to October and May-June
International Access: Connected to all the major cities of Greece.Description
Arta is a city with a rich history in north-western Greece, capital of the Arta Prefecture which is part of the Epirus province. The city was known in ancient times as Amprakia (Greek: Αμπρακία). Arta is famous for its old bridge located over the Arachthos river, situated west of downtown. Arta is also known for its ancient sites from the era of Pyrrhus of Epirus and its 13th century old castle, one of the best preserved in Greece. Arta''s rich Byzantine history can be also traced today via its many Byzantine churches; perhaps best known is the church of the Panayía Parigorítissa (Mother of God the Swiftly Consoling), built about 1290 by Despot Nikephoros. The city is the seat of the Technological Educational Institute of Epirus.Location
Arta is located in north-western Greece.Climate
Mediterranean Climate.