The phrase
"whitewashed houses" refers to buildings that have been painted white, often done to give them a clean and simple appearance.
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Winding alleys lined
with whitewashed houses lead to a pretty town square, home to markets and festivals throughout the year.
Heading northwest from Tahiche, stop at the village of Nazaret to admire Lagomar, an extraordinary cluster
of whitewashed houses once owned by the Hollywood actor Omar Sharif.
You'll love wandering around the charming harbour and town's maze of narrow alleys fenced
by whitewashed houses with blue doors, discovering the attractions or just unwinding by the numerous chic cafes and bars.
27 centuries before the current vogue of white roofs and «cool cities» initiatives, Solon The Lawgiver issued an edict ordering Athenians to
whitewash their houses once a year.
In Oia itself, you can enjoy a romantic day out by heading down the cliff - cut steps down to the beach for a day relaxing drink - in - hand with your partner, or venture to Fira to see the
gorgeous whitewashed houses and deep blue sea with boats to - ing and fro - ing from the port.
Later, aboard the train itself, the true glamour of luxury long - distance travel is evoked, from the welcome cocktail, taken in the comfort of softly upholstered seats, to the unsurpassed views as the magnificent Mississippi is crossed to give way to the elegant colonial -
style whitewashed houses of Louisiana.
Also, look round the tiny hamlets of Tinajo and Tinguaton,
where whitewashed houses and palm trees lie in the shadow of mountainous Timanfaya National Park.
After approximately 3.5 hours arrive to the chic island with its
bright whitewashed houses, picturesque windmills and sophisticated world - class restaurants and trendy boutiques.
The cobblestoned alleyways and
whitewashed houses draped with sprays of vibrant bougainvillea of this fabled Greek island make for an idyllic afternoon stroll, if you happen to be there in off - season.
You can reach it only by boat (about 3 hours from Athens) and when you anchor at the tiny port of Dapia you'll
see whitewashed houses, local cafes and shops and narrow alley ways that are just calling out to be explored.
However is well worth it as you going to
pass whitewashed houses, which are often embraced by beautiful flowers such as bougainvillea.
Today you travel to Cadaqués, a picturesque fishing village of charming
whitewashed houses which inspired much of Salvador Dalí's work, through beautiful Cap de Creus National Park.
Arches, domes and
whitewashed houses sit on a hill — Mojacar is magical, and also has a nice beach in the municipality.
Ferragudo is one of the Algarve's hidden gems, a traditional fishing village with
picturesque whitewashed houses, a maze of cobblestone streets and a quaint main square with restaurants and bars.
Imagine whitewashed houses standing in stark contrast to the black volcanic sands and colourful fishing boats bobbing up and down in the water and you won't be far off.
The museum is located in the port town of Dapia, which is overlooked
by whitewashed houses and has streets lined with cafés and boutiques.
Head to Albufeira for its beautiful beach, voted one of the finest in Europe, and stunning scenery - think cobbled streets,
traditional whitewashed houses and charming shops and restaurants.
Just half - an - hour's drive from Playa del Ingles, you'll discover Fataga, where car - free cobbled streets are lined
with whitewashed houses.
This is a land of cobblestoned streets and
whitewashed houses with lace - patterned chimneys, surrounded everywhere by fig, olive, almond and carob trees.
From its volcanic beaches and
whitewashed houses to its incredible sunsets and scenery, Santorini is most definitely one of the best places to visit in Greece.
Évora is a worthwhile destination just by itself: a Roman temple, an aquaduct, atmospheric streets with
whitewashed houses and lots of landmarks.
The whitewashed houses with azulejos and cast - iron balconies were also the blueprint for Portuguese architecture in Brasil.
Old towns such as that found in Xàbia conceal beautiful backstreets,
whitewashed houses and stone shop fronts behind the more contemporary beachfront.
Visit Mykonos, Greece's most famous cosmopolitan island with its seafront village, sandy beaches, and
whitewashed houses.
The original city walls of the ancient town have somehow managed to be incorporated into the construction of the town's
whitewashed houses, although most of what can be seen today was built in the 18th century.
Also cruise to Heraklion on Crete; Milos with its spectacular colorful rock formations and magnificent beaches and Mykonos, Greece's jet - set island with its seafront village, sandy beaches, and
whitewash houses.
From the picture perfect postcard effect of the illuminated windmills, Little Venice, narrow marble streets and
whitewashed houses and tucked away churches, the town enchants its visitors.
With a landscape dominated by clay and
whitewashed houses, Graciosa is known locally as «the white island».
The capital of Paros, Parikia, is a typically beautiful Cycladic village with
whitewashed houses and lovely grand neoclassical mansions.
Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea from a bay in the middle of the Cap de Creus peninsula, Cadaques is a traditional Spanish town filled with
whitewashed houses and narrow, winding streets.
or «the white city» thanks to
the whitewashed houses clustered on the hilltop, Ostuni itself is a beautiful medieval city with panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea and the surrounding countryside.
The small fishing village is steeped in character and you will fall in love with its cobbled streets,
whitewashed houses, narrow lanes and grilled sardines.
Fine beaches,
whitewashed houses, a cliffy terrain dotted with fig, olive, and almond trees, the Spanish island of Ibiza is rich in a cultural heritage and an easy pace of life that seduces visitors.
Colorful pot plants with lavender, jasmine and bushes of bougainvillea contrast beautifully with
the whitewashed houses.
Life just seems better on this Greek island, and why wouldn't it, with its drop - dead - gorgeous oceanfront vistas — complete with
whitewashed houses and blue - domed churches — top - notch wineries, and its Instagram - worthy sunsets?
Wander through Nidri's narrow streets and alleys, lined with
whitewashed houses, overflowing flowerboxes and traditional blue - domed churches.
Arrive at Graciosa's portside capital, Caleta del Sebo, and enjoy 20 minutes of free time to stroll around its sandy streets lined with
whitewashed houses and palm trees.
Whitewashed houses, cobbled streets and winding staircases lead visitors to quaint tavernas and quiet little shops.
With never - ending rows of
whitewashed houses, churches, boutiques and hidden lanes, Mykonos Town is a haven to explore.
The close location allows holidaymakers the opportunity to explore the capital city and experience
the whitewashed houses and terraces that make up its skyline.
Colorful blossoms hang over the narrow alleyways and
whitewashed houses.
A listed UNESCO World Heritage site, Alberobello is home to the unique trulli,
whitewashed houses with conical roofs, that line its narrow streets.
And
whitewashed houses, charming in character.