The spectacular beauty of Pelion, in central Greece, is incomparable to any other. It is completely a mountainous region and also has some of the most beautiful beaches with a wonderful landscape as its background. The imposing mountains overlook the Pagasetic Gulf on one side and the Aegean Sea on the other side. Though this region lacks an airport facility, yet it did not discourage travelers from visiting this place. You can come here by taking boat trips from the nearby islands or a bus trip from the city of Volos. The region's popularity as a tourist spot has enabled a Pelion to open in this region. Moreover, this region even in the winter season invites tourists to the village of Agriolefkes where the Mount Pelion Ski Center is located.

Pelion has an amazing combination of mountains and blue sea that can be viewed from anywhere on this region. The long winding roads amidst lush valleys and the picturesque hamlets clinging on the sides of these mountains usually have a good and nice Pelion for the weary traveler or holidaymakers to settle in. Some of the touristy mountain villages in this region are Tsagarda, Portaria and Zagora. Many travelers from all corners of the earth head to this region. Pelion is becoming popular just like any other Greek island. Moreover, the reputation of a Pelion being open all throughout the year has increased the influx of tourists to this region. The beautiful nature and serene atmosphere lures holidaymakers to this gorgeous and tranquil place.

The local people are enthusiastic about the tourists coming here and willing to show off the various exotic features of the area. Many mansions in this region have been turned into a remarkable Pelion hotel by the owners to accommodate tourists. These locals are really charming people who give you the cosy feeling that you feel at home. Most of these mansions are decorated in a luxurious manner not forgetting to provide the various exquisite touristy facilities too, so that the guests can have a splendid time here. You can even sit with them for tea or coffee and hear the fabulous myths and legends that this place has. Since they are the local people, they can guide you to several nice places in this region be it the shopping zones or touristy spots.

However, if you are staying at a Pelion hotel in one of the numerous mountainous villages, then you can have a marvelous view of the surrounding landscape. You might also be lucky enough to get a combined view of the mountains and the sea at a distance. The interiors of such a Pelion hotel are wooden mostly and have polished teak floors, and the various wooden sculptures seen hanging on the walls or kept as showpieces, indicate the uniqueness of the folk art practiced here. The coastal regions have a number of popular villages that has become famed tourist locations such as Kala Nera, Milina and Platanias. Apart from these, other villages like Affissos, Agia Kiraki, Agia Marina, Agioi Saranta and Gatzea are developing fast to accommodate tourists in these places as well. You might come across a unique Pelion in all these regions also.