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ATHENS
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Distance: ( 80 km / a little more
than 1 hour from Corinth )
This is the capital city of the Hellenic State,
symbol of freedom, art and democracy.
The hill of the Athenian Acropolis with its masterpiece
of architecture, the Parthenon, and numerous other ancient
and Byzantine monuments and museums attract a great number
of visitors every year.
The Parthenon and other sights in Athens are things that
every visitor to Greece must see. A visit to Greece without
paying to visit to the Parthenon and the Acropolis of Athens
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OLYMPIA |
Distance: ( 235 km / 3 ½
hours via Patras from Corinth )
The first Olympic games began here in 776 B.C..
Every 4 years from this wooded site, the flame of the Olympic
Games is transported to whichever country has undertaken their
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DELPHI |
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Distance: ( 225 km via Rio / 3
½ hours from Corinth )
This is one of the most admirable Greek archaeological
sites in a mountainous location.
In ancient times, it was considered the center of the world.
A guided tour that would include a visit to the museum with
the famous charioteer, to the temple of Apollo and to the
stadium, it is something you must not miss.
Delphi is the second most popular tourist attraction in
all of Greece after the Parthenon in Athens. Delphi truly
is a magical and very spiritual area and is another "must
see" region of Greece. |
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EPIDAURUS |
Distance: ( 49 km / 1 hour from
Corinth )
This is a world Heritage site because of its well
– preserved theater, with its unique acoustics. Especially
in the summer, it offers a special experience since it hosts
performances of ancient drama. |
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MYCENAE |
Distance: ( 40 km / 1 hour from Corinth )
This ancient city is known as Agamemnon’s
Kingdom in Hommer (2nd millennium B.C.) The graves, the walls
and the palace are important testament to the power and civilization
of that period. The beautiful, seaside town of Nafplion is
a short distance away and its delightful ambiance make it
the perfect place for coffee or a meal. |
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MYSTRAS |
Distance: ( 140 km / 2 hours from Corinth )
Mystras is probably the most exciting and dramatic
area that you can find in the Peloponnese. This World Heritage
Site is a representative example of a Byzantine city, which
once sheltered over 20,000 inhabitants.
In this uniquely beautiful place, one can walk through well-preserved
churches, houses and palaces that date back to the 14th and
15th centuries and fell as though one has gone back in time.
This site is one place that you really should visit whilst
on holiday in the Peloponnese, and one that you will remember
for many years with fond and happy memories. |
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