‘The Golden Secret of Argolis’
Discover the process of honey production and its health benefits whilst tasting pure honey from our farm! During this experience, you’ll watch the harvesting of honey and beeswax, and there’ll be a brief overview of the life of a bee and the properties of honey. This experience will provide a comprehensive overview of the honey-making process and its benefits, as well as its use in natural beauty and skincare products. At the end of the experience, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a tasting of honey produced on our farm.
Duration
: 2 hours
Our region is a natural haven for bees. The combination of mountains, sea and a temperate climate creates an astonishing variety of flowering plants, which is directly reflected in the flavour of the honey:
• Thyme honey — the king of Greek honeys, intense and aromatic•
Blossom honey — light, floral, with a delicate sweetness•
Pine honey — dark, rich, with a
distinctive smoky note• Heather honey — rare, with a deep colour and intense character
You will also learn about the healing properties of honey that have been known since ancient times:
• Powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties•
A natural source of
antioxidants• Used in traditional medicine for wounds, coughs and digestive problems•
Why Greek honey is considered among the best in the world