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We are offering a wide range of Peloponnese Hotels, Apartments and Villas on the most beautiful places of Peleponnese like the Mani Peninsula, Monemvasia, the Western Peloponnese Costa Navarino and East Peloponnese Nauplia. Monuments from every period of the eventful Peloponnesian history, great archeological sites such as ancient Olympia, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Tirynth, Mystra, the fortress city at Monemvasia, and the tower houses in Mani, such as the Diros caves, Mt. Taygetos, the cape Tainaros and Byzantine churches are waiting to be discovered. Rich vegetation, unique settlements and natural beauties such as mountains and long sandy beaches, forests, rivers and caves, make this part of Greece ideal for roundtrips, sports and connecting to the history and culture. Discover the first Greek Civilization of the Mycenaeans (2000 B.C.)

Excavations verify the legend of Homeric Mycenaean, while the ruins in Pylos match the references for the well known King Nestor's palace in west Peloponnese. Later on 1200 B.C. Dorian and Aetoli arrive in Peloponnese and construct Korinthos, Argos and Sparta. The Olympic Games where athletes from all over Greece participate take place in Olympia every four years. After centuries Fillip the Macedonian arrives in Peloponnese and then the Romans. In 393 B.C. the Byzantines abolish the Olympic Games, in 1294 arrive the Franks and later the Turks. In 1827 after the sea battle in Navarino ends the Ottoman/Egyptian occupation and Peloponnese becomes the first part of new independent Greece.It is not accidental that especially during the summer season many tourists arrive in Peloponnese from all over the world to travel around it to discover the Old and new World of Greece.

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We are offering a wide range of Peloponnese Hotels, Apartments and Villas on the most beautiful places of Peleponnese like the Mani Peninsula, Monemvasia, the Western Peloponnese Costa Navarino and East Peloponnese Nauplia. Monuments from every period of the eventful Peloponnesian history, great archeological sites such as ancient Olympia, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Tirynth, Mystra, the fortress city at Monemvasia, and the tower houses in Mani, such as the Diros caves, Mt. Taygetos, the cape Tainaros and Byzantine churches are waiting to be discovered. Rich vegetation, unique settlements and natural beauties such as mountains and long sandy beaches, forests, rivers and caves, make this part of Greece ideal for roundtrips, sports and connecting to the history and culture. Discover the first Greek Civilization of the Mycenaeans (2000 B.C.)

Excavations verify the legend of Homeric Mycenaean, while the ruins in Pylos match the references for the well known King Nestor's palace in west Peloponnese. Later on 1200 B.C. Dorian and Aetoli arrive in Peloponnese and construct Korinthos, Argos and Sparta. The Olympic Games where athletes from all over Greece participate take place in Olympia every four years. After centuries Fillip the Macedonian arrives in Peloponnese and then the Romans. In 393 B.C. the Byzantines abolish the Olympic Games, in 1294 arrive the Franks and later the Turks. In 1827 after the sea battle in Navarino ends the Ottoman/Egyptian occupation and Peloponnese becomes the first part of new independent Greece.It is not accidental that especially during the summer season many tourists arrive in Peloponnese from all over the world to travel around it to discover the Old and new World of Greece.

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Agios Nikolaos Peloponnes
Ag. Nikolaos is a small fishing village with a cozy harbor, 5 km south of Stoupa on the Mani peninsula and about 30 kilometers south of the district capital Kalamata. There are several taverns where you can watch the hustle and bustle. Ag. Nikolaos belongs to the district region of Messinia. Many residents of Ag. Nikolaos fled to Australia in World War II, but many of them returned. Imposing is the mountain backdrop of the Taygetus mountains in the background. Agios Nikolaos was a centre of fighting during the Greek Civil War. The three towers, built as machine gun emplacements scattered around the village; the largest about 20 metres / 66 feet high dominates the 'skyline' on the main road into the village. In Ag. Nikolaos is a small fish market almost every day. South of the harbor, about 1 km, is a beautiful sandy-pebble beach with plenty of shady trees. There is even a beach shower here.
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Epidaurus Theater
Epidaurus, 4th century BC BC is the largest ancient theater in Greece. It is located on the west side of the Peloponnese, in the Argolis region. Epidaurus is about 25 km from Nauplia and 65 km from Athens. Epidaurus was not just a theatre, it was a place of worship and healing center, a mild microclimate since ancient times. The slightly elevated location and surrounding pine forests contributed to this. The religious center of the sanctuary was the "Asclepius Temple". Asclepius was the god of doctors, the god of healing.
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Gerolimenas
Gerolimenas is located in South-Peloponnese. Here the mountains drop dramatically down into the sea and the scattered villages, with their inevitable towerhouses, get few visitors. Be prepared for endless driving around the beauties of the Mani peninsula. A dramatic coastline of sleepy fishing coves and fortified villages! Having a car at your disposal is a necessity and will enable off road trips and treasure hunting of wonderful Mani-Spots. Trademark for this region are the TOWER HOUSES made of large stones, acres of pasture land, clear blue waters and flavours which are typical of Mani-South Peloponnese.The natural beauty and tranquillity of Gerolimenas awaits you. Gerolimenas is set at the southern tip of the Mani peninsula in a small bay surrounded by steep slopes of the idyllic and southernmost fishing port Gerolimenas. In the past, when the modern road network did not yet exist and this part of the mani was not accessible, the inner mani was supplied from this small port. You can still see a few old warehouses in the small harbor today. It's an interesting stop before moving on to the Vathia towers.
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Gythion
Gythion is located at the foot of the Mani peninsula in the southeast of the Peloponnese. 142 km east of the airport and the city of Kalamata and 278 km south of the capital Athens. With 7,000 inhabitants, Gythion is the largest city in the southern Peloponnese with a large port with good ferry connections to the islands. The vibrant city and its port are well protected by the foothills of the mighty Taygetos mountain range. Until the end of May, this backdrop offers snow-white mountains in contrast to the blue of the Mediterranean, a true delight for the soul.
Neoclassical architecture and the building style of the German-Greek architect Erns Ziller (lived in Gythion from 1870 to 1914) determines the ambience of the city, such as the town hall and the girls' gymnasium. Hans Ziller designed over 500 private public buildings in Greece. The beautiful, long promenade with taverns and cafes surround the port of Gythion. From the promenade, a bridge leads to the small island of Kranai. Kranai with its pine forest is the landmark of the city and offers visitors a beautiful view of the city of Gythion and the tower of the Tzanetakas Museum. The ancient amphitheater of Gythio is also worth seeing. The citadel was located above the theater on the hill. Remains of its walls are still visible today. Gythio is a vibrant city in both summer and winter. Most of the bars and shops are open in winter and offer city dwellers from the capital Athens a good break from the hustle and bustle. Most of the establishments along the promenade are open in winter and summer.
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Hydra
The Island Hydra ( belongs to the Saronic Islands) with 3000 habitants is car free. The transportation of people is being made only by donkeys. The Island is located 76 km south of the port of Piraeus There are regular ferry and water taxi - connections from Piraeus, Peloponnese and Poros to the car free Island of Hydra. The town of Hydra island is built amphitheatrically around the port.
The port of the glamorous Island with its unique architecture looks like an art-paint and is an exemplar of architectonics and aesthetics. Bars, shops and restaurants circle the old picturesque harbour. Today, the port of Hydra is filled with yachts and cruisers.
The island's strictly preserved architecture, spectacular views and clear blue waters have inspired countless writers, artists and film-makers.

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Kalamata
Kalamata is the capital of Messenia in the southwestern Peloponnese with 60,000 inhabitants. The landmark of the capital city of Messenia is the Franconian castle from the 13th century, which towers over the city of Kalamata. The castle has a small amphitheater where summer festivals take place. Below the castle is the old town, where there are several Byzantine churches. The monastery "Kalograion Monastery", which is located southeast of the castle, is well known. This monastery is known for its silk weaving. Today 23 nuns still live in the monastery.
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Kalavrita
Kalavrita is about 20 km in the inland from the coastal town of Diakopto (Northern Peloponnese, Achaia region). Kalavrita is now a holiday resort where the Greeks spend their winter holidays. There is a well-known ski area above the small town, in the "Helmos Mountains". The place is also reknown for hiking and winter tourism. A densely wooded region with streams that turn into waterfalls.
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Kardamili
Kardamili is a cozy coastal town on the western side of the Mani Peninsula, a foothill of the "Taygetus Mountains". Kardamili is an attraction for many hikers who want to hike through the "Viros Gorge" (20 km long!), But also for speleologists (the "Diros Cave" and the "Cave of Aeopoli"). The Taygetus Mountains are a varied hiking area. Hiking maps are available at: www.anavasi.gr.
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Korinth
Corinth is located about 80 km southwest of the capital Athens. The third largest city in the Peloponnese has about 35,000 inhabitants today. Old Corinth lies at the foot of the Acro Corinth mountain cone. Unfortunately, almost only the Roman buildings are still well preserved. Acro Corinth, the rock cone at 575 m, is very interesting. It was the Acropolis of Corinth. The city wall reflects different epochs. It is the oldest castle fortress in the Peloponnese. The temple of Aphrodite was also on the summit. The Dorians saw an advantageous place for their trade here and built the city of Corinth "Korinthos" in the 1st millennium BC. 1858 An earthquake destroyed the settlement of Corinth, the new Corinth had developed in and around the site of ancient Corinth.
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Koroni
Koroni is a small town in the southern Peloponnese and belongs to the district region of Messenia. The city is about 55 km from the city of Kalamata away and has 5100 inhabitants. Koroni is a former fishing village that extends on a slope. You should take a look at the small, pretty harbor promenade. The Franconian fortress wall towers above the city, the small town below the fortress has many small mansions. The castle is still alive, there is a nunnery in the upper castle. There is a Byzantine and a post-Byzantine church in the castle. Worth seeing in Koroni are the Mycenaean dome tombs at Rizomylos, only 2.5 km east of the coastal road. Koroni is only 30 km from the Palace of the Nestor.
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Limeni
Limeni is a really small coastal town on southern Mani peninsula. It was once the port of Areopolis, which is located 3 kilometers inland on a plateau. The symbol of Areopolis is the tower church "Taxiarchis".
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Methoni
Methoni is a small tvillage with 2700 inhabitants in the southern Peloponnese on the Messinian peninsula. The distance to the city of Kalamata is 65 km. In antiquity and byzantine times the southern cape of rock was an important anchorage due to the natural harbor. In the 15th and 16th centuries, Venetian conquerors had built a magnificent city wall built, which is still very well preserved day. The port of Methoni was used as a transhipment port for goods from the Orient and Italy.
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Monemvasia
Top tip: Monemvasia ( ancient Malvasy) is a small town in the Southeast Peloponnese with about 5000 inhabitants, a world cultural heritage monument and a major attraction for every traveller in the Peloponnese. The city consists of the new town of Monemvasia and the old Monemvasia wich is built on a peninsula. Many travel guides state that the new Monemvassia is not as attractive as the old one. I can not confirm. The new town has its own charm. I saw both places as one, especially since they are connected by a dry moat.
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Mykene
Mycenae is about 20 km in the inland south of Corinth and 20 km north of Nafplion (Nauplia), also exactly halfway between Corinth and Nafplion (Nauplia). Mycenae is a ruined castle from the 14th century BC. This castle ruin was hidden for 2000 years until Heinrich Schliemann made the great discovery: golden masks, weapons, cups and jewelry are the most valuable finds that can now be admired in the National Museum of Athens. In contrast to the gigantic, massive walls and minimalist sculptures of the castle, the jewelry and ceramics of the Mycenaeans appear very elegant and fine. Mycenae has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. It has been found from the finds that there were relationships with Crete. The shaft tombs are similar to the Minoan tombs. The Mycenaeans imported goods and handicrafts from Crete. At the main entrance of the castle hill you pass the famous lion gate to the treasury. It is believed that the two lions at the entrance to the castle symbolize the sign of power. It is one of the earliest European monumental sculptures. The heads of the lions are missing, it is believed that they were made of metal.
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Mystra
Mystras is a well-preserved Byzantine ruined city. One hour's drive from Kalamata. It is a World Heritage Site and is protected by Unseco. The journey through the Taygetos Mountains alone is a stunner. The serpentines wind around mountain after mountain. It goes up and down all the time, which makes the trip quite exhausting. But the stunning scenery compensates for that strain on every kilometer driven. This is where nature and culture meet and forms a unit. One of our most captivating impressions of our tour.
Mystras was built as a result of martial events in the years 1245-1278 during the time of the Franconian crusaders. In the battle for supremacy in the Peloponnese with Byzantium, Prince Guillaume II de Villehardouin succeeded in conquering Laconia ( This region of the Peloponnese).
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Nauplia
The city of Nafplion or Nauplia and Tolo (district of Agolis-Peloponnese), Nafplion (Nauplia) was the capital of Greece in 1831/1833. 1822-1828 war Nafplion (Nauplia) was the basis of the Greek freedom fighters. Nafplion (Nauplia) is one of the most beautiful cities in Greece today. The German King Otto was relocated to Athens. Due to its multicultural past, Nafplion (Nauplia) has a beautiful historical city center with house facades from the Venetian, Franconian, Turkish and Hellenic times. Most of the house facades have been extensively renovated. The historic city center is now closed to traffic. Here you can stroll through the alleys and enjoy the coffee house atmosphere under balconies full of flowers. From the harbor promenade, the offshore island "Bourtzi" with its fortress "Palamidi" is a romantic setting at sunset.
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Olympia
Olympia should actually be a place of pilgrimage for all athletes! A fascinating place not only for athletes! The archaeological site of Olympia, the sanctuary of Zeus, is located on the west coast of the Peloponnese. Patras in the administrative district of the Region Elis (Ilia), a chain of hills in the Alfios valley, approx. 50 km south of the city 18 km inland. The region is still very forested today (apart from the traces of some forest fires) and the microclimate has been pleasant since ancient times. Numerous cult buildings on the site of Olympia was finally included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.
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Patras
The port city of Patras is the third largest city in Greece after Athens and Thessaloniki with 180,000 inhabitants. The port of Patras is the most important port in Greece after Piraeus. It is a modern commercial port with ferry connections all over the world. From here, the freighters bring Greek wine, currants and Greek olive oil all over the world. Patras has a military airport that is also used for civilian purposes. The medieval town of Patras was completely burned down by the Turks in 1821. For quick reconstruction, the city was built in a checkerboard pattern. The attraction of Patras is not the port region, but the inner city with its squares and shopping streets and the upper town with the Venetian castle and the Roman Odeon. From the Venetian castle you have a beautiful view of the strait, the Rio bridge and the Panachaikon mountains. The church "St. Andreas" in the upper town is also worth a visit. It is the largest Orthodox church in the Balkans, it can accommodate 5500 visitors.
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Pylos
Pylos is a small picturesque port city with approx. 5400 inhabitants in the southwestern Peloponnese in the administrative district of Messenia. Pylos has a small harbor promenade and a beautiful platia (village square) with large plane trees. The city is built on a slope like the nearby villages Methoni and Koroni. In the upper town of Pylos you can see the fortresses built in the 16th century. There is also a mosque within the walls, which was later converted into a church by the Venetians.
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Stoupa
South-Peloponnese, Stoupa is located on the southwestern side of the Mani Peninsula and has around 500 inhabitants. The coastal town is about 7 km south of Kardamili. The long, gently sloping sandy beach makes Stoupa as one of the most attractive location of the Mani Peninsula. Around Stoupa there are small bays with underground fresh water sources coming down from the Taygetus Mountains. Numerous restaurants, bars and taverns surround the long bay. Water sports are offerde offered. Stoupa is still very tranquil, the small beach promenade is closed to traffic in the evening.
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