Corinth Canal

The Corinth Canal (Greek: Διώρυγα της Κορίνθου) is a canal that connects theGulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrowIsthmus of Corinth and separates the Peloponnesian peninsula from the Greekmainland, thus effectively making the former an island. The builders dug the canal through the Isthmus at sea level; no locks are employed. It is 6.4 kilometres (4.0 mi) in length and only 21.3… Read More

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Ancient Corinth

Corinth, or Korinth (Greek: Κόρινθος, Kórinthos) was a city-state (polis) on theIsthmus of Corinth, the narrow stretch of land that joins the Peloponnesus to the mainland of Greece, roughly halfway between Athens and Sparta. The modern town of Corinth is located approximately 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) northeast of the ancient ruins. Since 1896, systematic archaeological investigations of the Corinth Excavations by the American School of Classical Studies at Athens have revealed a large… Read More

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Spetses

Its actual name is a derivation from “Isola de Spezzie”, the Island of Fragrance, a name given by the Venetian because of the many herbs growing on the mountains of the island. The pine covered island of Spetses is part of the Argosaronic islands (with Hydra, Aegina and Poros) and lies at the entrance of… Read More

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Hydra

The island of Hydra is not only famous for its beauties and attractions. It has played a historical role during the Greek Revolution. Indeed, during the 19th century, Hydra emerged as a formidable maritime power which put its ships in service of the Revolution. The charm of Hydra is increased by the fact that the… Read More

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Acropolis

Athens is the capital and largest city of Greece. Athens dominates the Attica periphery and is one of the world’s oldest cities, as its recorded history spans around 3,400 years. Classical Athens was a powerfulcity-state. A centre for the arts, learning and philosophy, home of Plato‘sAcademy and Aristotle‘s Lyceum,[3][4] it is widely referred to as the cradle of Western civilization and the birthplace of democracy,[5][6] largely due to the impact of its cultural and political… Read More

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Delphi

Delphi is one of the most significant locations in all of Greece. It was a major spiritual and cultural center for the ancient Greek world and is the location of historical significance today. Located 170 kilometers northeast of Athens on the enchanting slopes of Mount Parnassus, Delphi in the ancient world was considered the center… Read More

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Olympia

Olympia is one of those places that cannot lack on any good organised Greece sight-seeing. First of all, unlike other interesting parts of this country, Olympia has an easy access with wide paths, as well as a highway in well conditions. The sanctuary, known as the Altis, consists of an unordered arrangement of various buildings. Enclosed within… Read More

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Nafplion

Nafplion is a captivating Greek town on the Peloponnesian coast. The town dates back to antiquity and this is why this historic town is thronged with tourists, who come here to catch a glimpse of the age-old relics that are testaments to its rich cultural past. Palamidi is a military fortress to the east of the Acronauplia in… Read More

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Mycenae

Ancient Mycenae is a legendary city, whose imposing remains attract visitors from the around world. In fact, this is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece, and its most antique findings date from the 3000 BC. The area was excavated by the German amateur archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann in 1870. This constituted a milestone,… Read More

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Epidaurus

The historical legacy is related to mythology, as it is said to be the birthplace of Asklepios, the god of healing, son of Apollo. In fact, Epidaurus has the most popular health centre of the ancient times, called the Asklepieion. During the 4th and 3rd century BC, this building was enlarged and reconstructed, as part of… Read More

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