The unknown ancient sunken city of Epidaurus

With centuries of history and a culture known worldwide, Greece still holds hidden secrets and facts that are little known or have not been verified by experts. Some of these secrets and elements of history are buried not under the earth but are submerged in the sea. Such as the ancient Greek city near Pavlopetri in Laconia, about which we had written before. Few, however, know that Greece is still a sinking state. It is the ancient sunken city of Epidaurus, located just a few kilometers away from Athens.

The unknown ancient sunken city of Epidaurus

Arriving at Epidaurus, where you go for a one-day trip as it is less than two hours away from Athens, ask about the location of the spot with the ancient sunken city of Epidaurus. For a clearer picture, click HERE to see exactly where it is located and avoid stopping during your excursion.

This sunken city is located just two meters below sea and there have been found everything from building foundations to Mycenaean tombs of the 12th century and amphorae. From above, one can even distinguish paved streets on which, centuries ago, the inhabitants of the area walked. These parts of the ancient state of Epidaurus can be seen even from the water. A thrilling experience that can only be perceived if you experience.

Because while you swim, you feel that you are part of history. Looking low, in the blue waters, you go back in time. Even if you don’t want to swim, you can see what’s underwater by getting into a boat. If you go prepared and read, you will manage to distinguish even the ancient breakwater in some places. Archaeologists and research reports speak of a possible trading post in the area where the sunken city and old Epidaurus are located today. It is very rare and at the same time fascinating how an entire city is kept under water for so many centuries, in which you can imagine what it was like to live. You don’t just imagine it from the pages of a book. You have it in front of your eyes.

The YouTube channel Haanity publishes a video in which you can admire the sunken city from above. Or else the Sunken “Atlantis” of Argolida, as he calls it.

Don’t miss seeing

So, after you make your trip to Epidaurus and you see with your own eyes this secret from antiquity, you can enjoy the beauties of the area in general. One of them is Kalamaki beach, which is located nearby.

Photo Source: Google Maps

It is a wonderful, small, and quiet beach with turquoise waters and tufted green trees. A small gem of the Peloponnese worth getting to know. A path will lead you there. If you are lucky, you will find the tree you want to lay your towel and enjoy the sun and the sea. Of course, the beach is not organized, so bring all the necessities you may need.

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