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Hippocrates Wellness And Food Tour
Wellness & Nature near Athens!
Experience several aspects of Hippocrates approach first hand by:
• swimming in the therapeutic waters of the Lake Vouliagmeni
• hiking in Greek nature observing and collecting Greek native medicinal herbs and wild greens
• preparing and eating Greek natural food “al fresco”
We start on the southern coast of Attica (=the province of Athens). Here lays the magical and mysterious Lake Vouliagmeni–a small fresh-water lake fed by an underground hot spring current, creating an ecologic mineral spa. Replenish mind, body and soul in the therapeutic waters followed by sunbathing along its shore.
“Walking is man’s best medicine” — Hippocrates 460-370 BC
After this we start hiking in the small nature reserve of «Faskomillia», meaning «Sage» in Greek. Apart from Greek Sage (Salvia fruticosa) we will discover more remarkable plant species used by Hippocrates such as Thyme (Thymus capitatus) and Olive (Olea europaea). We also collect some herbs and wild greens in small quantities (as to not disturb the natural balance).
“Hippocrates believed that food was the human's medicine. Today, food is the reason that people need medicine.” – Unknown source
When we reach our destination, the charming seaside town of Varkiza, we prepare our own «al fresco» and all natural lunch based on ancient Greek recipes. We use the herbs and wild greens we collected and other pure, seasonal and useful foods of the Hellenic land.
What to bring along:
Make sure you bring your bathing suits, suntan lotion and towel because today we will spend a glorious day in the sun. Also firm walking shoes, a hat or cap and a bottle of water are needed.
