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ATHENS: The
city of the Olympic idea, the crossroad of west and east cultural & fashion
events. Filled with contrasts, ancient & Byzantine, neoclassical & modern,
crowed & solitary, is a “must” for visitors of Greece. Sights: Acropolis,
Parthenon, Theatre of Dionysus communicated with the Herod Atticus Odium where
festivals are hosted every summer, the National Museum among 18 museums. Plaka,
the oldest & most picturesque and attractive corner with narrow alleys flanked
by single storey houses set next to elegant mansions, Lykabettus, clad in
pinewoods & crowned by the white chapel of St.George offering a panoramic view
over the entire city, Keramikos with tavernas & cafes for tranquillity and
numerous other highlights.
AEGINA: A favorite yachtsmen’ island
near by Athens, with a busy all year town. The fish and the fruit market close
to the port remind of a bazaar. Sights: The remains of the Temple of Aphrodite.
POROS:
A small islet separated to Peloponese by a narrow channel. Picturesque and
attractive, the town is built on rocky slopes covered with pine trees and
attracts yachting friends all year. Sights: Temple of Poseidon, Lemon Forest.
ANCIENT EPIDAVROS:
From
whichever direction one wishes to approach the area of Epidavros, either from
the north following the captivating coastline from Corinth, or from Nafplio via
Lygourio, you will be utterly impressed by the natural beauty that has brought
both men and gods to this place. On the ridges of Mount Akra with pine trees
descending from its sides all the way down to the waters of Epidavros bay, the
city of Ancient Epidavros is built where the actual ancient civilization of
Epidavros flourished, not far away from the Sanctuary of Asklipios and the
well-known ancient theatre.
The Small theatre of Epidavros with its 6,000 seats, hosts high quality cultural
and artistic events and celebrations and was discovered in the same area of the
peninsula in a well-preserved condition.
HYDRA:
A mountainous island close to Athens attracts visitors all year round. Popular
worldwide for the historical town, which is built amphitheatrically around the
picturesque port, is a favourite resort of rich & famous. Absence of vehicles
makes Hydra peaceful during the day, when the night becomes crowded due to the
intense nightlife.
SPETSES:
A green island with pine trees and a beautiful old harbour with neo-classic
mansions.
NAFPLIO:
The ex capitol of Greece, divided in new and old town, marked by Roman,
Byzantine & Venetian civilization. Sights: Three castles from each civilization.
KIPARISSIA:
A beautiful town divided in the new and old one, expanding to green valleys and
fertile land. Sights: Castles.
MONEMVASSIA:
A Byzantine place in Greece connected to Peloponese through a strip of land,
with remains of a fortress wall and numerous Byzantine churches, is a must for
visitors who love history and past.
ELAFONISSOS:
A small islet close to Kithira well known for white sandy beaches, turquoise
crystal waters and fresh fish.
KITHIRA:
The island south of Peloponese well known for white pebbled beaches and clear
blue waters. Sights: Remains of Venetian towers.
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