Few would place the humble, hard-working city of Arta, Epirus, on their must-visit list in Greece.

Few, that is, except you. Specifically, you came to Arta for its famous stone arch bridge.

So, promptly upon arrival in town, you head straight to the Arachthos River in anticipation.

First built during the Roman Empire, re-built over millennia by the Byzantine and Ottoman rulers, the Bridge of Arta holds a place in folklore and ballads.

Assuredly, this long and lovely stone arch bridge does not disappoint the imagination.

Crossing the bridge as the sun begins to set, you sense the stir of inspiration.

Slowly, Arta begins to reveal its hidden gems, from ancient to medieval and modern.

Arta abounds with Byzantine monasteries and churches, including the landmark13^th-century Church of the Panagia Parigoritissa.

The caretaker turns on special lighting to illuminate the Pantocrator’s golden mosaic in the soaring central dome. The expressive sacred artistry takes your breath away.

Then, Piccadilly House, a 4-star boutique hotel in downtown Arta, turns out to be among your most delightful stays in Greece.

Built from the ground up, Piccadilly House features both a small private parking lot and step-free elevator access – rare amenities in historic Greek city centers.

The contemporary rooms are thoughtfully designed, truly comfortable, and quite chic.

Your spacious Superior Suite comes complete with a verandah overlooking the ruins of a Roman theatre.

After a restorative night, you awaken refreshed, ready for a wonderful new day ahead.

Reader, may you find fresh inspiration and unexpected gems, in travel and in life.

Until next time, Reader,

Travel on, sparkle on, meaningfully✨

Marilee + Paul
​Spotlight Sojourns® | Slow Travel
with the Hidden Gemologists®

PS: If you’d like to read about other Greek bridges, click HERE to read our article, “Bridges in Greece: Famous Spans and Historic Hidden Gems.”​

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