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What to do and see in Peloponnese, Greece: The Best Things to do
The Peloponnese (/ˈpɛləpəˌniːz/) or Peloponnesus (/ˌpɛləpəˈniːsəs/; Greek: Πελοπόννησος, Pelopónnēsos) is a peninsula and geographic region in southern Greece. It is separated from the central part of the country by the Isthmus and Gulf of Corinth. During the late Middle Ages and the Ottoman era, the peninsula was known as the Morea (Greek: Μωρέας), a name still in colloquial use in its demotic form (Μωριάς).
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1. Mount Taygetos
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
A beautiful mountain range great for hiking: the top of this mountain provides spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and coast.
2. Mani Castle
3. Victoria G. Karelias Collection of Greek Traditional Costumes
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5.0 based on 110 reviews
The Victoria G. Karelias Collection of greek traditional costumes was created, initially as a private collection, by the founding member and long-standing president of the Lyceum Club of Greek Women of Kalamata, V. Karelias. The collection comprises a large number of complete outfits, as worn by women and men, from all regions of Greece.
Reviewed By zoit589 - Kifissia, Greece
Unique, astounding presentatinon of well preserved traditional costumes as well as jewels and everyday items, placed in a magical set - scenery - discreetly accompanied by music performances from all around Greece. Polite and willing personnel .
4. Akrokorinthos
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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)
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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. Mystras
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4.5 based on 905 reviews
Reviewed By johnaU1593TA - Oxford, United Kingdom
A small amount of staff on site and very pleased to help with information. The castle ruins with all the attached buildings leading up the mound (mountainside) to the very highest parts where you can look down over countryside, ruins, and other buildings in the complex around the main castle. clamber down from the highest part to the entrance gate and then further down toward the palace (closed during my visit) and many other buildings or remains of. . Best to take the visit easy allowing plenty of time, if I have the opportunity I would enjoy a second visit as much as the first.
7. Palamidi Castle
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4.5 based on 3,219 reviews
Reviewed By Beatman50
Not to be missed. The history is highly interesting and the views are incredible. Give it two hours to fully explore the fortress, wear good walking shoes, and be prepared for some slopes and strenuous walking (in places) Bring water!
8. Corinth Canal
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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.
9. Limni Vouliagmeni
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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. Kalamata Beach
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4.5 based on 414 reviews
Reviewed By ybertaud - Empire, United States
Cool clear sea water, as a giant swimming pool. Love swimming in water where I can see the bottom even in deeper parts. No sharks! Beautiful beaches with many cafes, restaurants, ice cream in patisseries along the beach shores. A wonderful perfect area ♡
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