Tag: LACONIA

Mani is one of the places in Greece where the beauty of the landscape of its settlements really seems to be different from the rest of the country. The traditional Areopolis, at the entrance point of its Laconian side, with its picturesque stone construction could not be the exception to the rule. So let's admire the wonderful scenery, but also the rich historical past of this unique area. Kokkala at Mani: A postcard-like village with serene beaches Areopolis: A paradise made of stone Stone-built paths, buildings with stone as their ...

  Monemvasia, often referred to as the “Gibraltar of the East". It is a breathtaking destination that will captivate you from the moment you begin to explore its narrow paths. With only one entrance, as its name suggests, Monemvasia awaits your arrival beyond the gates of its castle, nestled at the base of a towering rock. As you wander through this enchanting castle town, you will discover a wealth of beauty and history at every turn. Let’s take a closer look at the many wonders that Monemvasia has to offer. ...

It is a fact that Greece is full of history. One could say that under every stone, there is a fragment of Greek, ancient civilization in which a piece of history is hidden. Undoubtedly, a place that played a vital role in building the long history of ancient and modern Greece is Sparta. In a city where the ancient and the modern are intricately linked. In Sparta, time could seem to have stopped in the time of Leonidas. But that is not the case. The city has managed to complicate ...

A majestic monument awaits you on the east bank of the Evrotas river, about 10 kilometers southeast of Sparta. You are drawn to it by a mysterious force that has been radiating for centuries. You want to get closer and discover its secrets, but you don’t know why. This is the archaeological site of the sanctuary of Menelaus and Helen of Beauty, the legendary king and queen of Sparta. It is also known as “Menelaion” or “Menelaia”, and it is one of the most fascinating attractions for visitors who come ...

The low mountain of Mystras, or Myzithra as the “Chronicle of Morea” calls it, may seem unimportant from a distance, compared to the towering Mount Taygetos behind it, which reaches 2,405 meters high. But as you approach it by car, you start to appreciate its strategic value. You can spot the walls that separate the slope into different zones, the charming churches that dot the landscape, and the splendid Palace where the despot of Mystras, ruled over Moreas in the Byzantine era. At the top of it all, on the ...

In Mani, the historic region of the Peloponnese is bordered by the ridge of Taygetos and Cape Tenaro. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations for those who want to enjoy the beaches of Aegean beauty on the mainland of the country. Mani attracts every year many tourists who want to discover its wild beauties, but there are still some parts of it that have remained almost hidden from most people. One of them is the charming village of Kokkala. Gerolimenas: The graphical port with the turquoise waters ...

Greece is full of stone bridges that count centuries of life. You will find them in Epirus, Thessaly, and all over Greece since they served a basic purpose, that of serving people as they wanted to go from one village to another or from one side of a river to the other. The craftsmen of Epirus, in fact, built many of these bridges before they left for other countries and showed their art there. One of Greece's bridges, however, has something special. This is because it is the oldest bridge ...

Greece is indeed full of churches, large temples, and chapels in the most strange places. Each one is unique and some of them require special approaches, such as by boat or by taking a long hike. There is also a special Greek church that is considered one of the most unusual in the world. The images speak for themselves and you can see why it’s so special. It’s called Agia Fotini and it’s located in the valley of Ancient Mantineia in the Peloponnese. It’s a true architectural gem that you can ...

The more autumn, the more our desire for trips and walks close to Attica increases. To enjoy nature, to see new places, and to relax by escaping the routine of everyday life. And Nemea is the place where you can enjoy it. An autumn weekend you should definitely put on the schedule. The fact that it is close to Athens makes it one of the ideal options for a short and beautiful trip. One-day trip. Nemea, the myth, and the history Nemea is a town in the prefecture of Corinthia. ...

Huge coastline, green valley, wild mountain beauty, and locations full of history and attractions. These generally make up the frame of Greece. A country that, its diversity, has everything that makes it unique. Not only in Europe but around the world. Some of these sites stand out for their particularity and history. As is an otherwordly and deserted landscape in the Peloponnese. A place of giant rocks that fascinates you. The images from above are extremely impressive. One of the strange places in Greece that leaves you speechless. The otherwordly ...

When you explore Greece from above, you discover many more beauties than you could have imagined. This is also the case with a small Greek island that looks its shape, remarkably to Cyprus. It's an island near Laconia, which you probably didn't know until now. Its name is Glaros(seagull) and the images are indeed impressive. It is, as they call it, the twin brother of Cyprus. The island looks remarkably like Cyprus The Haanity channel of Youtube made a particular flight over the island of Glaros in Laconia and gives ...

Looking at Greece from above you may discover things and events you didn't even imagine. Stories that have been forgotten or they are unknown. This is the story of the Turkish shipwreck which has been close to a Greek beach for years. It is the Captain Ishmael Chaki, a cargo ship. It had sunk close to Laconia, at the on one of the most dangerous capes, the Kavos Malia. Close to a Greek beach. Its story is interesting. Captain Ishmael Chaki: The unknown Turkish shipwreck close to a Greek beach ...

One of the most enjoyable trips one can make is gastronomic trips. Because in addition to the beauties of the landscapes and the history of a place, you will learn something more details about the inhabitants themselves. The flavors they prefer and the flavors that fill their homes with. And that's something that initiates you as a true visitor and not as a tourist of a place. And each place has its own traditional recipes, others more and others less well known. Like, for example, in Laconia,you have to taste ...

In an idyllic setting, green and taken out like the pages of a fairy tale, there is a dream beach. A secret beach in Nymph Bay that fascinates you from the first moment. The reason for Alypa beach in Laconic Mani which is a gem of nature. The images speak for themselves but surely only when you are there can you understand the greatness of nature. It looks like an exotic beach of a distant island but it is actually in mainland Greece and you can approach it much more ...

Nestled in a cove, against the background of Gerolimenas the imposing Laconia, Gerolimenas stands tall and awes anyone who visits him. It is the old base of pirates which today consists of stone houses reflected in the turquoise waters. This picturesque port is one of the most beautiful settlements of Laconia and is therefore a favorite destination of those who visit the Peloponnese. It uniquely combines the architecture of the stone with the water of the sea making it look like a painting. Gerolimenas, the picturesque corner of Mani This ...

A village isolated, hidden, and at the same time so beautiful and picturesque. It is located in a corner of the Peloponnese and charms anyone who is there from the first moment. The village of Kyparissi in Laconia. A beautiful corner of Greece that offers unique emotions. The small village of the prefecture of Laconia is located spread out at the foot of Parnona and at its feet there is the sea. It is a seaside village that offers you both the experience of mountain and sea. Kyparissi: The hidden ...

If you've ever been to Gythio, you've probably noticed at its entrance that there's an abandoned one that you don't know what it used to be and what its history is. You'll be impressed by its cylindrical shape, but probably you haven't heard what it used to host in the past. And yet it has a great history and was once the diamond not only of Laconia but of the whole Peloponnese. This is the once-famous Hotel Lakonis. A resort where celebrities such as Angelina Jolie were vacationing. The abandoned ...

Greece is full of steep and impressive beaches where you can sometimes find it difficult to reach, but the result rewards you. Crystal clear, turquoise waters and sandy beaches are waiting for you to spend some of the most beautiful moments of your life. Some of these beaches stand out for their history but also for the myth that has been created around their name. One such beach is the beach of Foneas in the Peloponnese. We had been there many times but we did not know where its name ...

Looking back at the history of the 6th and 7th centuries we can see the rich action of the Saracen pirates in Greece. Later they gradually expanded to Lower Italy but also to North Africa and Sardinia. With the term "Saracens", Greeks used to describe all Arab Muslims. The word comes from the term "sarkeyin", which in Arabic means East. But what do they have to do with the exotic beaches of Greece? These are beaches from which they passed using them either as a base or as a shelter. ...