Ten Traditional Greek Villages Waiting to be Explored Arachova, Viotia, on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Credit:MOTORandPHOTOS/CC BY-NC 2.0 The Greek villages are true hidden gems that represent an incredible alternative for those looking to get away from the busy rhythm of the islands and beaches, in a country that is known to attract thousand of tourists. The most common images which spring into our minds when we think about Greece will probably be those of pristine beaches, breathtaking sunsets on the famous Caldera, in Santorini, or even the magnificent blue waters that shape the landscape of Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos.