The Region of Evrytania
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"He is richest who is content with the least, for content is the wealth of nature."
- Socrates
Located in the heartland of central Greece, Evrytania is a mountainous region characterized by majestic peaks, clear rivers, and dense forests.
Though its population is small (estimated to be 17,000 as of 2025) its people are fiercely independent, and their ancestors played instrumental parts in resisting Roman, Ottoman, and even German occupation.
Evrytania can be seen highlighted in red on the map to the right.
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Its natural vistas and vertical topography have lead to it being called "the Switzerland of Greece", and it continues to be a popular destination for hiking, fishing, and skiing.
Two distinct municipalities make up Evrytania, known as Karpenisi and Agrafa.
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Karpenisi is situated at the eastern side of Evrytania, and shares a name with the capital city of the entire region. The city itself was founded in the valley adjacent to the river Karpenisiotis.
Agrafa lies at the center of Evrytania, and is named after the greater Agrafa region. The majority of its villages are established near the river Agrafiotis.
Both Viniani and New Viniani are located in the Agrafa region.
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Evrytania is highlighted in red on this interactive map.
You can click, drag, and zoom in with your mouse wheel to explore the region in detail.
A land of mountains
As the most mountainous region of Greece, Evrytania's culture and history are inextricably linked to the mountains that surround it. Two of those mountains--the Tymfristos and the Panaitolaiko--are particularly noteworthy owing to their size and historical significance.
Panaitolaiko
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Tymfristos
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Panaitolaiko spans the northwestern edge of Evrytania, the summit of which is referred to as Katelanos. The Prousos Monastery--an ancient monastery built in 600 A.D., known for its involvement in both the Greek War of Independence and World War II--stands near its slopes.
Tymfristos runs along the eastern side of Evrytania, and its summit is known as Velouchi. The capital city of Karpenisi was founded at its southern edge, and it holds one of the oldest ski resorts in all of Greece.