Dionysus is the god of wine, fertility and vegetation. Worshiped by the Thracian Hedonians, hence this area, in ancient times was called Hedonida.

Myths, legends and the tradition of wine are interwined with god Vackhos and many historical events and customs –such as Babougera, the fires of Dervena and the custom of Arapides, emanate from them. Dionysus’ worship extends in the entire area of Pangeo mountain and Menikio mountain as well as in the area of Drama. Dionysus’ successor was Orpheus, “the charmer of music and divination”, originator of mystic ceremonies, religious poet, prophet and priest.

Orpheus is associated with the myth of the Argonauts and the kidnapping of Persephone. According to tradition this took place in the Zygakti river, where much later, the first European Christian was baptised by Apostle Paul.

This travel experience is specially designed by historians, travel guides, chefs and local wineries to present you to the myth of god Dionysus and Orpheus, through history, ancient temples, myths, gastronomy and customs of the Philippi Park region.

What a great chance to experience the Valley of Philippi, the Pangeo Mount, the Archeological site of Philippi (UNESCO site), along with the Dionysian gastronomy, five of the finest Dionysian Wineries and Estates and the highly appreciated music and philosophy of Orpheus. The city of Drama and the city of Kavala with its beautiful beaches and old town.

A totally spiritual travel experience that will advance the visitor’s knowledge of the ancient Greek philosophy, music and customs, will elevate his taste with wine tasting of local grape varieties accompanied by the local gastronomy and finally can pay a visit to the creations of man and nature at this very important region where some of the most important historical events took place, like the baptism of the first European Christian by Apostle Paul as well as the famous Roman Battle of Philippi that changed the rue of democracy in Europe.