Top Things to do in Corinthia Region
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Discover the best top things to do in Corinthia Region, Greece including Moni Osiou Patapiou, Ktima Bairaktaris, Temple of Apollo, Akrokorinthos, Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos), Corinth Canal, Archaeological Museum of Corinth, Ancient Nemea, Limni Vouliagmeni, Lighthouse Melagavi (Iraion).
Restaurants in Corinthia Region
1. Moni Osiou Patapiou
2. Ktima Bairaktaris
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 112 reviews
Ktima Bairaktaris is located 2 kilometers from the entry of Nemea, just 1 hour from Athens. Under the shadow of the temple of Nemean Zeus, with feeling of respect for the region and responsibility for the conservation of the quality, welcomes the lovers of chosen wine and the selective professionals.
Reviewed By ItchyFeet319 - Appleton, United Kingdom
Visited as part of a tour to Nemea with Olive Sea Travel. The tasting was excellent and so informative and we really enjoyed sampling this lovely, modern style of Greek wine - in situ. We toured the facility and then enjoyed an excellent platter of food whilst sampling the wines - perfect.
3. Temple of Apollo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 255 reviews
Reviewed By BillPNo1 - Friendswood, United States
The Temple of Apollo is the most visible and obvious monument, in Ancient Corinth. Towering above the ruins of the ancient city, it can be seen from almost any vantage point - something which must have been true even 2,000 years ago. It is impressive, even in its remains and ruins and gives one a sense of just how impressive and monumental it was to the citizens and inhabitants of ancient Corinth. While the worship of the pagan god Apollo has long passed away, the remaining vestiges of his importance at the time are manifest in the magnificent remains of the Temple of Apollo to this day..
4. Akrokorinthos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 476 reviews
Reviewed By wrfloorings - Montreal, Canada
Acrocorinth (Greek: Ακροκόρινθος), "Upper Corinth", the acropolis of ancient Corinth, is a monolithic rock overseeing the ancient city of Corinth, Greece. "It is the most impressive of the acropoleis of mainland Greece," in the estimation of George Forrest.[1] Acrocorinth was continuously occupied from archaic times to the early 19th century. Along with Demetrias and Chalcis, the Acrocorinth during the Hellenistic period formed one of the so-called "Fetters of Greece" - three fortresses garrisoned by the Macedonians to secure their control of the Greek city-states. The city's archaic acropolis, already an easily defensible position due to its geomorphology, was further heavily fortified during the Byzantine Empire as it became the seat of the strategos of the thema of Hellas and later of the Peloponnese. It was defended against the Crusaders for three years by Leo Sgouros. Strongly recommended if you like history. Start your day with drinking a lot , I mean a lot of waters.
5. Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 982 reviews
Reviewed By marklinderNE - Omaha, United States
A must for anyone interested in seeing the sites associated with the ministry of the Apostle Paul, as well as the history, religion, and culture of the area from ancient Greek through the Roman period. For those especially interested in the Erastus inscription, be aware that it's located on the grounds around the theater, which is an area separate from the rest of the site. Cross the parking lot from the ticket office and bear to your left, and you'll see the steps down to the theater grounds, and you'll see the area marked off where the inscription is located.
6. Corinth Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,859 reviews
Reviewed By KellieSpark - Lara, Australia
This was a bucket list item for me due to my studies - and it did not let me down at all. The history and idea of a mans insight behind this feat of engineering and the human spirit is wonderful and to stand and admire it even more so. Even if you are not history mad - it is worth the stop to consider just what went into this canal and the impact that it has had on the region. Of course there is also some cute little souvenier shops, a great cafe with free toilets that are clean and well maintained. There is a little kebab shop to the very right of the main building (looking at it from the car park) dont miss trying a plate of the chicken kebabs, totally delicious....even if you have just stuffed breakfast down they are a must LOL.
7. Archaeological Museum of Corinth
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
Reviewed By patriciadC1757BG - Madrid, Spain
It is opened every day from 8 to 20 in summer. The Museum holds inside what has been discovered by excavations in the area of ancient Corinth. I think its necessary to visit if you are visiting the archeological site! The entrance, through a patio is very nice, fulled os statues and marble plaques wich belonged to the theater, usually with battle scenes. As they were great craftsmen, there is a very good selection of works. There is pottery, figurines and tools which are prehistoric, from the geometric period, Archaic and Classical. There is a rare finding of a funeral bed of limestone from the 4thc.BC. Corinthian helmets were very know and there is a beautiful example. Recently exhibited are a pair of kouroi from 530BC which are extraordinary, made of marble from Phatos island, which was the most expensive. They were rich in order to have that funerary statue. Around 35 years and war heroes. They were found with their tombs, recently, in 2010, trying to be sold in the black market. They were excavated form Klenia in Corinthia, where another 44 tombs were found. The room dedicated to Asklepeio is great, with many votives which were dedicated to him as legs, feet, breasts, penis, ears...like exvotos. There is a marble scale statue of Asklepios sitting on a throne, from the 3rd c.BC which is something unique, because it is the exact (in small scale) one in the Temple os Asklepios in Epidauros. I really liked a terracota votive with the brain opened from the back. Also very beautiful is the room housing statues of Roman rulers, mosaics, -an excellent floor mosaic with Dyonisios head from 3rd c. BC- and wall paintings from roman times. You see how the artists tried to represent perfectly the holdings of armors. Really beautiful the one found in the Julian Basilica. And you sure will recognize the Statue Of Liberty in NY, represented by god Helios!
8. Ancient Nemea
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By dimitrisk710 - Sissi, Greece
Great archeological place drenched with the ancient Greek spirit. Simple and powerfully beautiful! It is located in a peaceful environment. Friendly staff help you to enjoy the place better with their knowledge!
9. Limni Vouliagmeni
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 497 reviews
Reviewed By TasosAnth - Athens, Greece
It is placed around 15 km away from the center of Loutraki. Skipping the fact that the road is difficult and is hard to find concerning the luck of accurate signs you arrive in a plce beyond fantasy. Parking there all around the area is a little bit hard as there are not many parking spots and roads are very narrow. All around the lake there are one beach bar and several taverns which ofcourse have higher prices. The waters are crystal clear and the beach is nice and clean. Better should be kept so beautiful and clean and not ruined by the masses. Around the lake there are hundreds of beautiful trees which makes the scenery even better and cooler during summer months. Everyone should visit the spot but respect it and my opinion this area would be better not during high season
10. Lighthouse Melagavi (Iraion)
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