No matter what part of the Peloponnese one visits, one
is sure to be swept away by the beauty of the landscape.
Quiet and remote little harbours, others that are busy
and densely populated, and rich vegetation alternating
with rocky landscapes, create a fascinating sight and
offer countless options.
The customs and tradition, as well as the sights, vary
according to each destination, weaving the history of
this special place piece by piece.
Here the history of Greece is captured in
a nutshell. This city of castles has retained its
character and bustles with life; the beautiful port
entices visitors with its distinctive local coffee
shops and traditional restaurants, while the monuments
and sights are never ending with ancient Mycenae
being the crowning glory of them all.
Just outside the port lies the Burtzi, a little island
entirely covered by an impressive 18th century fortress.
Built on a rocky islet, Monemvasia is the
Byzantine jewel of the Eastern coast of Peloponnese.
Behind the walls of the castle lies a lively medieval
town. The coffee shops, bars and restaurants one encounters
between the narrow cobblestone paths create a lovely,
quaint picture.
Here is a dream of an island located in
the southern part of Peloponnese with only 800 residents.
The marvellous, rich sandy beaches of Elafonissos, with
their transparent blue waters, have justly been described
as “one of a kind”.
The region of Kyparissia is singularly beautiful
and one of the most picturesque areas of Peloponnese.
The vegetation of the area is dense and the sea is impressively
clear.
The city-island, as many people call it, is
a perfect holiday destination, since it combines an island
atmosphere with non-stop entertainment. The paved narrow
streets and beautiful houses of Ermione, the incredible
view from the ancient hill named “Pronos”,
the fertile fields and the clear waters all band together
to etch Ermione in the memory of its visitors.