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        The village of Proussos, 800 metres above sea level, is not only picturesque; it has an interesting cave, the Black Cave or "Apokleistra" as it is also called. Believed to have been the site of an oracle, the cave has two entrances, one in the village, the other some distance away.
        East of Karpenissi, the road from the verdant village of Agios Nikolaos to Krikelo (1,120 m. alt.), which has a charming square with little cafes, passes through some especially beautiful, spruce filled scenery. Near Krikelo is historic Kokalia. Even though the road is no longer paved after Krikelo, it is well worth making the effort to get to Domnitsa, a village crowded with little churches containing superb wooden icon screens and icons. The region is full of wildlife - hare, partridge, woodcock, and if you are in luck, you may even spot a wild boar.
   
     Karpenisi is a small town that offers everything to a visitor; built in the centre of the mountain, surrounded by forests, narrow valleys and impressive rivers. A town with modern facilities and comforts, but also a paradise for adventures seekers. It has a very well organized ski resort, where anyone can enjoy all kinds of winter sports. At Velouhi, outside the known ski resorts, there are slopes that a visitor can ski on. Karpenisi is also a great place for canyoning, mountain cycling and rafting. There are also rivers for all levels of kayaking.
       
           In the waters of Aheloou River and the Lake Kremaston are perfect for rafting, with rapid and clam waters and the impressive ravines that are cut through by massive rivers that are the perfect place for canyoning. A visitor must also note that, according to the publishing of UNESCO in 1991, the area of Evritania are Karpenisi are considered one of the top five cleanest areas on the world. The town of Karpenisi offers a world of things to see. The plaza, which the centre of the town, with the "eternal water" and the ancient sycamore trees, you will find the statue of Markos Boutsar.
         It is also worth it to visit the Aghia Triada Cathedral, which was renovated in 1645. Near the town there is the Kefalovriso, a place of serenity, where Markos Boutsaris was killed in 1823.

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