The Arcadian Bridge, also known as bridge of Kazarma, is the Mycenaean bridge near the village Arkadiko. It is considered as the oldest preserved bridge in Europe and the oldest single-arch bridge still in use today. The bridge was built by the Mycenaeans in the 13th or 14th century BC[…]
Archaeological findings indicate that Spetses has been inhabited since the Early Bronze Age (also called first Hellenic Era, about 2500 BC). During the 15th century, the island’s population increased with people coming from the coast of the Peloponnese but could not form settlements because of the frequent pirate attacks. The[…]
The town which is the centre of the whole island, is built amphitheatrically around the port. It looks glamorous like an art-paint, with grey, white and blue colours above the blue of the sea, an exemplar of architectonics and aesthetics. Right and left from the entrance of the port, there[…]
Poros is the island of peace, romance and jauntiness. It is overgrown with pine trees which reach the rugged shores or the sandy beaches. The residents of Poros are like all islands, spontaneous, decent and hospitable.At the center of town you can find the archaeological museum, the library, reception rooms,[…]
Agistri is only 55 minutes from Piraeus and at a stone’s throw from the island of Aegina. It is a small heaven on earth situated at the Saronic Gulf, smothered in plants and trees, with pine trees “touching” its crystal blue waters. The island’s four communities (Megalochori – Skala –[…]
The ancient citadel of Mycenae is located in the North-East part of Peloponnese in Argolis, about 1.5 hours away from Athens, and it is an imposing site on top of a rocky hill. Mycenae was the center of power in the Late Bronze age (1600-1100 BCE), and the excavated ruins[…]
Nafplio is located 35 km from Ancient Epidavros. Whatever the name or how you say it Nafplion is the historical Jewel of the Peloponnese. A history full of myth, occupancy and revolutions. The name is in honour of Poseidons son Nauplis and the Palamidi Fortress is named after Palamis the[…]
The Citadel of Kazarmas is a relatively small fortification and is located on the ancient road Argos – Nafplion – Epidaurus. Was constructed probably by the Citizens and was obviously on the border of ancient cities – States of Argos and Epidaurus. The Citadel of the Kazarma (85m. x 75[…]
During the period between 20th December 1821 and 16th January 1822, the First National Assembly of the Greeks took place at Piada. 59 representatives from most of the rebellious areas attended the Assembly and voted for the proclamation of the First Assembly, while they appointed the blue and white colours[…]
Some of the most important monumental attractions are the seven vaulted Mycenaean tombs at the foot of Mountain Katarachi. The traveller can reach those tombs from the upper side of the village at the area “Nero”.