The Valia Kalda national park is situated in the Pindos mountains in Northwestern Greece. It has been placed under protection to preserve its rare plants and animals. Its vast centuries-old deciduous and coniferous forests are the home of many animals – bears, otters and more than 70 species of birds. Some of the trees are more than 400 years old. Here you will see rushing streams, deep precipices, snow-capped mountain peaks and cool lakes. You can take a rest in one of the three picturesque villages nestled in the slopes of the mountain – Samarina, Perivoli and Smiksi.