10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in West Greece That You Shouldn't Miss

May 18, 2022 Rosalyn Ihle

Discover the best top things to do in West Greece, Greece including Hermes by Praxiteles, Agriturismo Magna Grecia, The Municipal Museum of the Kalavryta Holocaust, Olympia Land Winery, Aristoteles Olivewood Workshop, Thalassashop, Kukuvaya, Mati Jewellery and More, Folclore and Historic Museum, Taxi katakolo tours by Dionisis.
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1. Hermes by Praxiteles

Katakolon, Olympia 27065, Grecia, Olympia 27065 Greece +30 2624 022517 http://www.olympia-greece.org/museum.html
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Hermes by Praxiteles

Reviewed By GwensGramma - Durham, United States

It is incredible that this beautifully carved statue has survived the centuries and we can gaze on it today. It was carved during the Classical period of Greek sculpture in the 4th century B.C. Hermes is holding the baby Dionysus and it is a work of true beauty.

2. Agriturismo Magna Grecia

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Agriturismo Magna Grecia

Olive oil farm

3. The Municipal Museum of the Kalavryta Holocaust

1-5 Sigrou Achaia, Kalavrita 250 01 Greece +30 2692 023646 http://www.dmko.gr/en.html
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The Municipal Museum of the Kalavryta Holocaust

Reviewed By MichaelS22196 - Crete, Greece

The Kalavryta Municipal Museum is devoted solely to the massacre of innocent civilians by the German Wehrmacht which took place not only in Kalavryta but also the entire region during December 1943. Entire villages were attacked and destroyed and males over 12 years of age gunned down in an attempt to destroy the resistance movement in the Peloponeese. The Museum explains it all in graphic detail and the last room one visits contains the photographs of all the known victims and the small number of survivors of whom only 3 are believed to be alive in the world today. There is also a video archive which details the lives of those who were executed and those who survived. The Museum details the sites of the memorials which exist in the area in local villages and communities and these are well worth a visit if you want to get an idea of the true scale and enormity of what took place.

4. Olympia Land Winery

Koskina 1 Ancient Olympia, Olympia 27065 Greece +30 2624 023021 [email protected] http://www.olympiagi.gr
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Olympia Land Winery

An unforgettable excursion to the family winery Olympia Land Estate which is into the green valley of Olympia and just 5 minutes from the archaeological site. The particular terroir of the region, the excellent microclimate, the clayey and sandy soil help our vines to grow healthy and very aromatic grapes in order to produce high quality wines. In the Olympia Land Estate you have the opportunity to be part in a tour which start with a walk on the vineyards where you learn about the cultivation of the vines, continue in the production area and finally in the cellar with the oak barrels. After the tour you will enjoy samples of our wines, our homemade olive oil and also other traditional snacks in the air-conditioned reception area. We are on your disposal to help you to organize quickly and easily your excursion which will be for you a memorable experience.

Reviewed By HeidiD451 - Lambertville, United States

When many people think “wine,” Greece is not among the places they consider for fine wines or even up-and-coming vino. Olympia GI Winery, a family winery located in historic Olympia, makes one reconsider whether the next hot wine locale will be Greece. The vineyard started as a hobby, now turned into a business, according to our guide, part of the family. The vineyard also has a bustling olive oil business (and it is excellent). Wines are reasonably priced, and they have whites, reds, and a rose (made with Syrah). The tasting room and outdoor area are nice places to enjoy a glass of your favorite and a snack plate (which pairs well with the selections here). We enjoyed the red (called Phideas, which combines Agiorgitiko and Merlot) and wish we’d have taken home a few more bottles. A bonus: some very sweet puppies to play with as well).

5. Aristoteles Olivewood Workshop

Katakolo Greece +30 2621 042168 [email protected] http://www.olivewood.gr
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Aristoteles Olivewood Workshop

A family business specializing in Greek handcrafted olivewood products, offering a friendly and professional service to our customers.

6. Thalassashop

Katakolo - Greece, Katakolo 270 67 Greece +30 2621 041931 [email protected]
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Thalassashop

TRADITIONAL GREEK PRODUCTS Olive tree wood - Ceramiks - Natural olive oil cosmetics - Greek deli. THALASSASHOP KATAKOLO GREECE (NEXT TO THE CHURCH SAN NIKOLAOS)

7. Kukuvaya

Katakolo 27067 Greece +30 2621 042181 [email protected] http://kukuvaya.org/
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Kukuvaya

Kukuvaya is not the average souvenir shop. You will find a wide range of contemporary Greek gifts, everyday objects, accessories and souvenirs, made by modern Greek designers and talented producers! Kukuvaya means Owl in Greek - the Owl of Athena a symbol of knowledge, wisdom, perspicacity and erudition.

8. Mati Jewellery and More

Katakolo Greece +30 2621 041109 [email protected]
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Mati Jewellery and More

9. Folclore and Historic Museum

25is Martiou, Kalavrita 250 01 Greece
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Folclore and Historic Museum

10. Taxi katakolo tours by Dionisis

Katakolo 270 67 Greece +30 698 233 0418 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/TaxikatakolotoursbyDionisis/
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Taxi katakolo tours by Dionisis

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