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In Peloponnese each nook and cranny is an excellent combination of cultural heritage and natural treasures that can excite every traveler who seeks for unforgettable experiences with authenticity. Great archaeological sites such as Ancient Olympia, Ancient Epidaurus, Mycenae, numerous monuments of each period of its long aged history, byzantine churches, mythic castles along with natural beauties, imposing mountains and lush forests, various rivers and bewitching caves, sandy beaches with hazel waters make Peloponnese an outstanding destination for exploration, fun, action and a pure contact with nature and culture.

Loutra Oraias Elenis Loutra Oraias Elenis “The baths of Helen of Troy” . You may have heard that Cleopatra was a fan of milk baths, but what was the secret of Helen of Troy, also known as Helen of Sparta? The answer is believed to be the thermal baths she was having in this little village.	Megalopoli Megalopoli means “Big City” in Greek and was one of the most important ancient cities of Peloponnese. Modern Megalopoli was built close to the ancient city and today has more than 11.000 residents. Besides the surrounding antiquities, Modern Megalopoli is known for its thermoelectric plants and the lignite mining which are the main economic activities in this city.
Megalopoli Megalopoli means “Big City” in Greek and was one of the most important ancient cities of Peloponnese. Modern Megalopoli was built close to the ancient city and today has more than 11.000 residents. Besides the surrounding antiquities, Modern Megalopoli is known for its thermoelectric plants and the lignite mining which are the main economic activities in this city.	Monemvasia Monemvasia “The nature’s piece of art”. Monemvasia is the little historical city built on a mass of rock which is connected to the mainland by a narrow bridge of 130 meters. The name Monemvasia, which in Greek meant “the only access”, came from the singularity of this place.
Monemvasia Monemvasia “The nature’s piece of art”. Monemvasia is the little historical city built on a mass of rock which is connected to the mainland by a narrow bridge of 130 meters. The name Monemvasia, which in Greek meant “the only access”, came from the singularity of this place.	Nafplio Nafplio (Argolida) “999 reasons to visit this town and the stairs aren’t one!” This town has it all! Nafplio is the most popular city in northeast of Peloponnese, ideal for romantic weekends, families, history enthusiasts, nature lovers as well as for those who want to spend their time in some beautiful beach sunbathing, swimming and practicing water sports. Nafplio is a picturesque old city known to be the first capital of the newly formed state of Greece after the Greek War of Independence. It was the capital of Greece from 1828 until 1833, when Athens became the new capital.
Nafplio Nafplio (Argolida) “999 reasons to visit this town and the stairs aren’t one!” This town has it all! Nafplio is the most popular city in northeast of Peloponnese, ideal for romantic weekends, families, history enthusiasts, nature lovers as well as for those who want to spend their time in some beautiful beach sunbathing, swimming and practicing water sports. Nafplio is a picturesque old city known to be the first capital of the newly formed state of Greece after the Greek War of Independence. It was the capital of Greece from 1828 until 1833, when Athens became the new capital.	Neapoli Neapoli Voion / Vatika “The southernmost town of the mainland of Europe”. This little seaside town attracts mainly two type of travelers. Those who want to spend their day in extraordinary beaches and the nature lovers who get amazed by the wild beauty of this area. The main landmarks of this town are the church of Agia Triada (St. Trinity), which is visible throughout the city and the statue of the Vatika Seaman.
Nemea The modern city of Nemea is located at the northeast side of Peloponnese and today has about 7.153 residents. Nemea was a Nymph and the daughter of Asopos River. Close to Nemea there is the village Ancient Nemea where you will find the beautiful archaeological site with the sanctuary of Zeus and the stadium. Here was the place where the Nemean Games took place.	Orchomenos of Arcadia Orchomenos of Arcadia. Orchomenos was a prehistoric settlement of Arcadia and one of the most ancient cities in the area. According to Greek mythology, the settler of this city was Orchomenos, the son of Lykaonas. Also the great Greek poet, Homer mentioned the city of Orchomenos in his poems. He named the city “Polimilon” which meant abundant in sheep.

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