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Alexandroupolis (Alexandroupoli) is a beautiful seaside city located in northeastern Greece. Historically this was a crossroads of land and sea routes, connecting Asia and Europe. Landmarks include the port lighthouse, the city's charming waterfr...
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Arachova (or "Rahova" as it was known during the Turkish occupation) is a beautiful large village that is built on five hills. These hills are Coumoula, Sfalaki, Countrouli, Ai-Giorgi and finally Afano, which is the highest area of Mount Pa...
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Even though you've probably come here to see the "glory that was Greece," perhaps best symbolized by the Parthenon and the superb statues and vases in the National Archaeological Museum, allow some time to make haste slowly in Athens. Your best momen...
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Bay of Lakka Paxos sailing is an open-water affair, taking you past the southern end of Corfu into the heart of the north Ionian Sea. Off the bow are Paxos and Anti Paxos islands, two jewels that most cruising sailors don’t want to miss. Sparsely pop...
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Cape Sounion is one of the most scenic places in Attica, Greece. Visitors and archeological enthusiasts come here to see the Temple of Poseidon and the temple dedicated to Athena the goddess of wisdom. Though the statue of Poseidon is on view at the ...
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Corinth, Greece, located 53 mi/86 km west of Athens, consists of both an old and a new town 4 mi/7 km apart. It is worth a half-day visit. The old town, where St. Paul once preached, is by far the more interesting of the two. Be sure to stroll its li...
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Sail between steep rock walls, with mere feet to spare, to save sailing around the Peloponnese.
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Costa Navarino is a picturesque resort area within the Messinia region of Greece.
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Crete is the largest of the Greek islands, lying at the southern limit of the Aegean Sea.
Among the artists who lived on Crete was El Greco, who was born near Heraklion in 1541. The area around the harbor and the side streets are lined with souveni...
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Set like gems in the sparkling blue Aegean Sea, each of the Cyclades Islands has its own character. But all the islands share a common theme of scenic views and beautiful beaches. More than 220 islands comprise the Cyclades Islands, but the most famo...
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Itea is the port for Delphi, one of the ancient wonders of classical Greece. A short drive there reveals the Sacred Way and the famed Shrine of Delphi, where the mythological Oracle was said to foretell the future. An amazing bronze charioteer is a...
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The Dodecanese Islands are located in the southeastern Aegean Sea, just off the western coast of Turkey. They contain more than 150 islands, 26 of which are inhabited, and 12 of which are larger and better-known. The best-known islands in the chain a...
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Drama is a fortified city with a castle in northeastern Greece, located 150km from Thessaloniki. Lovers of history and culture can visit one of the fine museums in Drama to learn about its rich Roman and Byzantine history. Located in a valley at the ...
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Elafonisos is one of the lesser known islands of Greece but its small size is deceiving. It does not have the spectacular beauty of its island cousins, but it issurrounded by the most beautiful turquoise seas and features some of the finest and longe...
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On the western outskirts of Athens is the sanctuary of Eleusis, one of the holiest places in ancient Greece. The ruins of this ancient religious center are extensive and mainly of interest to travelers who are enamored with the sacred rites of the an...
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Categories: Elia
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Epidaurus Greece has become a major cultural attraction due to its rich history and its vibrant festivals. Every summer there are different cultural events and theatrical performances in their ancient theatre. Also of interest to visitors is the sanc...
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The Epirus region is one of the best areas of Greece because of its varied terrain and relatively few tourists. It is located roughly 250 mi/400 km northwest of Athens. Snow-covered mountains, the impressive Vikos Gorge (near Monodendri, known for it...
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Categories: Euboea
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The small Island of Folegandros is a peaceful and relaxing island in Greece. In springtime and early summer the island is rich with caper flowers, thyme and oregano, which make it a wonderful time to walk around and enjoy the island's picturesque...
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Galaxidi lies on the Gulf of Corinth, across the bay from Itea, itself only a few miles below Delphi. The island atmosphere used to be heightened by the fact that, before the main road was built, Galaxidi was most easily reached by ferry from Itea. I...
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Gythion, in south of Sparta, the port of is a good starting point for exploring the Mani area. There are caves with underground lakes and rivers at Glifada and Alepotripa in the Diros region.
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The most important resort area in northern Greece, the Chalkidiki Peninsula is renowned for excellent beaches, first-class resorts and its nightlife. It has three fingerlike sections. The western finger, Kassandra, is less than an hour away from Thes...
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Hydra, in the Saronic Gulf off of the Greek mainland, may have served as the natural model for ancient architects when they were designing the marvelous acoustically magical amphitheaters in Greece and Rome. Its horseshoe-shaped harbor welcomes boats...
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Categories: Icaria
Igoumenitsa has been inhabited since the Palaeolithic period (250,000-9000 BC), initially within the Sideris Cave. This northwestern Grecian coastal city boasts of its rich history dating back to ancient times, and serves as a stop before boat vessel...
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The Ionian Islands are composed of seven islands off the west coast of Greece: Corfu, Paxi, Lefkas, Ithaca, Cephalonia, Zakinthos and Kythira. The Ionian Islands are known for their temperate weather, lush vegetation and watersports opportunities—man...
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Itea, in the Gulf of Corinth, is the port from which you can visit Delphi and the monastery at Osios Loukas. Docking at the pier close to the centre of town, a twenty minute bus or taxi journey takes you to Delphi, perhaps the most magical classical ...
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Kalamata, as the name implies, is famous for its olive trees. Visitors will find a variety of restaurants featuring kalamata olives and kalamata honey. The city offers splendid cultural museums, a railway museum-park, modern ...
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Kalambaka is a small modern town with near Meteora. The most interesting feature of the town is the dramatic backdrop of the steep Meteora rocks that frame the northern part of the skyline. The town is clean and quiet, with one main street that runs ...
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Katakolon is a port admired for beautiful beaches. Equally important, Katakolon is the gateway to Olympia, the great Panhellenic sanctuary. The site of ancient Olympia is situated at the foot of wooded Mount Kronos in an area of gentle hills; excavat...
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Kavala is one of Greece's most attractive large port cities. The large community squares, modern buildings and shopping districts on the west side of the city are a pleasant contrast to the traditional homes and small gardens of the eastern side. Vis...
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Categories: Kefallinia
Categories: Kranidi
Categories: Kyllini
Categories: Lavrion
Categories: Lefkada
Lefkas Island is separated from mainland Greece by a narrow canal only 164 ft/50 m wide, making it one of the only Greek islands accessible by car. Lefkas is home to dazzling blue waters, rocky white cliffs and spectacular beaches, as well as charmin...
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Lemnos (Limnos) is an island in the northern Aegean Sea. The people of Lemnos are called Lemnians, but the island's first inhabitants were the Thracian Sinties or Sintians, who some say were the same as the Saii who lived in Samos in earlier time...
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Categories: Leros
Lush and green, Lesvos (or Lesbos) is like no other Greek isle. It is the third largest in the Aegean Archipelago behind Crete and Evia and is the perfect place to visit for people who want to experience a taste of authentic Greece. Lesvos is an amaz...
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Categories: Lipsi
Categories: Litochoro
Serifos' main port and biggest town has a large marina that's popular with touring yachties, and a surprisingly buzzy strip of waterfront tavernas and bars given its tiny population. This, along with its proximity to some excellent beaches, make it a...
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Considered one of the most beautiful of the Greek Isles, dock at the tiny island of Los and explore one of the lesser-visited islands.
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Situated on the east coast of the Golf of Corinth, the ancient city of Thermae (today called Loutraki), once hailed to be loved by the Gods, was the first resort to be recorded in world history. Loutraki is situated near Athens and the famous Corint...
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Categories: Mandraki
Marathon, Greece, located 26 mi/42 km northeast of Athens, makes an absorbing half-day trip—it's the battleground where the Greeks defeated a much larger Persian army. It was also the starting point for the original long-distance run: The story is th...
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Marina Zea is a beautiful protected bay in the city of Piraeus. The Marina serves as a refueling station, but also has attractive restaurants, shops and clubs for visitors to enjoy. Visitors wanting to spend the afternoon at a tranquil beach will fin...
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Categories: Merichas Kythnos
Categories: Messinia
The main attraction in Messolonghi, Greece, is the Park of the Heroes, which commemorates the Greek war of independence (an 1821-30 struggle against the Turks' Ottoman Empire). The park also has a statue of the English poet Lord Byron, who died in Me...
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Categories: Methana
Once an ancient military outpost, the site of Mystra (or Mystras) in the center of the Peloponnese Peninsula is an extraordinarily complete example of a Byzantine city. The last Byzantine emperor's headquarters, Mystra has fine Byzantine relics and a...
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Categories: Mithymna
At the far end of Peloponnese, on the southern east coast of the peninsula looking on to Mirtoon Sea, stands Monemvasia. A distinctly shaped great rock rising from the sea only a few meters from the coast, it is often referred to as the "Gibraltar of...
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Mount Athos is a holy mountain in Macedonia, and regarded as an autonomous monastic state. Twenty monasteries call this mountain home, visitors must arrive at the mountain by boat and have a special visa. The Athonian monasteries maintain an eno...
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Mycenae is one of the most well known archaeological sites in Greece. This ancient city is best known for the Mycenean civilization that once prospered under King Agamemnon, the ruler of the Greeks in the war against Troy. The area was excavated...
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Beautiful Mythimna is made up of five charming villages and is surrounded by scenic beaches and mountains. Visitors will enjoy walking around the traditional streets and mountain paths, exploring the museums and art galleries, and tasting delic...
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Naousa is a picturesque port city featuring a rich culture and relaxing atmosphere. Around the port visitors will find a series of cozy taverns offering fresh seafood and local specialties. In the area surrounding the big square there are a...
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A past as deep as the ocean, Naupactus (Nafpaktos) is the quintessence of Greece. Seeped in history since the 15th century, this ex-Venetian stronghold was more commonly known as Lepanto. Liberated in 1829 when Greece gained independence, Naupactus (...
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Neapolis is the southernmost town of mainland Greece in the area, also referred to as Neapoli Voion or Vatica, in the Peninsula of Epidayros Limira in Laconia. Since the mid-19th century it has grown from a small fishing village to a busy summer reso...
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Nemea is the site of several important archaeological sites such as The Temple of Zeus and the Ancient Stadium (a venue for one of the Big Four ancient Greek Games). The small village near the ancient sites is officially known as Archaia Nemea&n...
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Categories: New Corinth
Olympia is the great Panhellenic sanctuary. The site of ancient Olympia is situated at the foot of wooded Mount Kronos in an area of gentle hills; excavations began in 1875 and are considered one of archaeology’s great achievements. A direct conseque...
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Patras is located at the western part of Greece’s mainland on the Northwestern coast of Peloponnesus. Being the metropolis of Western Greece, the city is well-connected to the rest of the country through a highly developed transportation system. Euro...
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Paxoi, or Paxos, is one of a group of islands known as the Ionians, located off the northwest coast of Greece. The Ionians offer some of the loveliest natural settings (and beaches) in the country, a fine selection of hotels and restaurants, a distin...
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Categories: Plateau of the Muses
Categories: Polyaigos
This Saronic island, located 35 mi/55 km southwest of Athens, is known for its wine and unique architecture. As most cruise tours give visitors about 90 minutes to see it, you'll have to choose from among the following: the Panagia Monastery; the rui...
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Categories: Portaria
Categories: Porto Carras
Categories: Porto Heli
Categories: Pyrgos
Off the coast of Turkey and surrounded by the jade seas of the Aegean, Samos is most known as the birthplace of Pythagoras, the ancient mathematician who developed the algebraic equation a2 x b2 = c2. The town of Pythagoria is a cluster of white-wash...
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Samothrace is a Greek Island known to hold an important part of the ancient world’s greatest mystery sites. It is one the most rugged islands in Greece and many tourists view it as a hiker’s paradise. There are so many other activit...
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SaronicIsland is of the closest island to the Greek capital Athens. The island is part of the archipelago in Greece. It is a beautiful fishing village that offers a plenty of variety. The island has beautiful beaches, charming villages as well as his...
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Sivota is a beautiful coastal town located on mainland Greece directly east of the southern tip of Corfu Island. Just offshore, are the Sivota Islands group – Nisis Ay Nikolaos, Nisis Sivota and Nisis Mavros Notos. These rugged isles have long been p...
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One of the Greek Sporades islands, its pine-clothed hills and lovely coves and beaches ringed by cobalt-blue seas, Skiathos is a fashionable Aegean haunt of great natural beauty. The only center of any size is Skiathos Town, whose pretty harbor is fi...
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Skopelos Island is located in the western Aegen Sea, and belongs to the Greek archipelago. The population of Skopelos was recorded at 4,696 in the year 2001.This charming island is home to beautiful pristine beaches and hosts bright green terrain. Sk...
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The picturesque and unique island of Skyros, located in the crystal blue waters of the Aegean sea, is one of the most charming and beautiful in all of Greece. It is a place that is perfect for your holidays and travels, where you can experience a tra...
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Spetses Island is located in southeast Europe and pertains to the Greek archipelago. Spetses Island is visited by many as a weekend destination for its closest proximity to Athens. This destination offers plenty of activities, such as swimming, a vis...
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Categories: Thasos
Categories: Thermopylae
Thessaloniki is Greece’s second largest city, busiest seaport after Piraeus, major cultural center in northern Greece, and capital of Macedonia. Prehistoric remains in the city’s vicinity show the area was settled as far back as 1000 B.C. Thessalonik...
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Yithion is a down-to-earth Greek village in the Peloponnese beyond which lies the 14th century churches of Mystra. In the charming town of Yithion itself, you'll find many ouzerias, a few antique shops and a bookstore.
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