Greece - Kalo Taxidi! Notes from Greece and the Greek Islands.
Showing posts with label donkey. Show all posts
Showing posts with label donkey. Show all posts
Saturday, 14 February 2015
Tuesday, 29 July 2014
Donkey Milk from Nigrita -- More Expensive than Champagne | GreekReporter.com
Donkey Milk from Nigrita -- More Expensive than Champagne | GreekReporter.com
Donkeys are the most misunderstood, yet patient and humble animals in the world. Their milk costs more than French champagne, it is as beneficial as breast milk and it is expected to bring great profits to anyone who invests in it.
Wednesday, 13 November 2013
▶ The Simple Pleasures of Amorgos: a donkey braying - YouTube
▶ The Simple Pleasures of Amorgos: a donkey braying - YouTube
I often hear a donkey braying, but less often see a donkey braying!
I often hear a donkey braying, but less often see a donkey braying!
Sunday, 27 October 2013
Saturday, 28 September 2013
Tuesday, 6 March 2012
Greek wooden donkey saddles - works of art!
A traditional Greek saddle, made of wood and beautifully carved. Are wooden saddles like this still made? They are still in use, but the wood must rot or break, so none of the saddles can be that old. The saddles are real works of art!
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| The donkey is just outside Katapola, on the island of Amorgos in the Cyclades. In the background you can see Xilokeratidi. |
Thursday, 2 June 2011
A Walking Haystack
A stormy day in May.
A rural scene in Katapola, a doney carry a load of hay. The load may look large, but I am sure that the load was not heavy and that the donkey was well cared for.
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