Vizitsa is one of the best-preserved traditional villages in Pelion. It is built 500 meters high in a verdant spot between Milies and Pinakates and it is about 30 kilometers away from Volos. Its history will take you back to the 16^th century, when rich Greeks from Egypt arrived and settled their new home. It has fairly been characterized outdoors museum of traditional architecture of Pelion as it has been declared a conservation area since 1980 through presidential decree.

Vizitsa is one of the most popular destinations at the Centaurs Mountain both because of its natural beauty and its architectural interest as well. It was one of the first villages to have infrastructure and it soon became an all-year-long getaway. The Greek Organization for Tourism gave an important boost towards upgrading the village by restoring the old manors and traditional houses and then later returning them to their owners to turn them into guest houses. The outer parts of the buildings have been preserved unaltered, enhancing the sublime atmosphere of the village. For all this, Vizitsa was given the Chriso Milo (Golden Apple) award for the best-preserved traditional settlements.

Vizitsa will impress you from the first moment. Reaching the parking of the village, you will see the church of Zoodochos Pighi, built in 1725. Following the central cobble street by the church you will see the big paved square, with centuries-old plane trees and a covered fountain called Mousga, which provides travelers with fresh water all year long. There, are also located quaint taverns and cafés where you can taste traditional dishes and enjoy your coffee.

Countless cobble streets in the village will take you to impressive three-story manors, built entirely with stones and decorated with marble carved details, to traditional houses decorated with old paintings, as well as to well-preserved churches and artistic stone-built fountains. Upon reaching the hill you can enjoy the enchanting view to the Pagasetic Gulf and southern Pelion. The monastery of Saint Ioannis Prodromos with some unique murals, located at the center of the settlement, and the little church of Athon are worth a visit.

Its architectural style aside, the village has also preserved its traditions. Every year various festivities are organized; the most well-known is the festival of Saint Ioannis Prodromos on August 29^th, where visitors are offered traditional fava (type of legume). You can also visit the festival of Saints Anarghiroi on July 1^st and that of Mother Mary on August 15^th.

If you are a hiking lover you will have the chance to enjoy wonderful trails through highly dense sceneries, that lead you to nearby settlements and beaches. One of the easiest and shortest trails is the one starting from Vizitsa and finishing in Milies, at Moutzouris (Smudgy) train station.Another gorgeous trail starts from the above-mentioned church of Zoodochos Pighi, goes through the picturesque neighborhood of Argyreika and ends to the sea near the coastal village Kala Nera. For more experienced hikers there is a trail ending in Xourichti and Tsagkarada villages, which is of course harder to cross, but highly rewarding because of the all-green woods.

Vizitsa’s terrific location makes it a four-season destination. It is also known for its local wine and tsipouro (spirit), so make sure you taste them before you leave.