Tag: REGION OF PELOPONNESE

Messinia: four beaches you cannot miss

Messinia is proof that mainland Greece can easily compete with the islands in terms of beaches and beautiful coasts. There you will find an endless coastline of unique beauty and beaches to choose for swimming. From small hidden beaches to long and famous beaches that give you great experiences. As long as you're in the mood to explore the most secret secrets in the area. We in exploringgreece.tv present to you four beaches that you should definitely put in your schedule to visit if you are in Messinia for holidays. ...

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Gythio: Shipwreck Dimitrios, the ghost ship that enchants you

The Shipwreck in Zakynthos may be the most famous in Greece but it is not the only one. There are other smaller or larger ones, each with its own history. One of them is the Shipwreck Dimitrios in Gythio. An impressive shipwreck that rests on land and leaves the visitors speechless. The images from above are extremely impressive. The Shipwreck Dimitrios and its history The shipwreck Dimitrios may not be very well known but it has its own interesting history. And it's definitely very imposing. The ship has been on ...

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Kalavryta: Autumn getaway to the historic town

Kalavryta is a town with many sights and historical references. They are also strongly related to the time of the Turkish occupation, but also to the second world war. One of the special characteristics of Kalavrita is that it is an ideal destination for an excursion all year round. Each period you will see different colors and images and you will have a great time. There are also many sights you have to see. Kalavryta: Escape to the historic town Kalavryta is a historic city that belongs administratively to Achaia. ...

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Kyllini: The unknown healing forest of Greece

Greece is a country with many thermal waters in its various regions. It is no coincidence that thermal tourism has been developed in our country. However, many of the places offering thermal baths are not very well known to both Greek or foreign visitors. One of these places is the unknown healing forest of Greece with its thermal baths. It's the baths of Kyllini. A special place with history from antiquity. The unknown healing forest in Kyllini The thermal springs of Kyllini Baths have been known since antiquity. However many ...

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Aliki: A unique canvas of nature

Traveling to Greece you will be fascinated by various corners that are a real canvas of nature. Especially if you have the chance to see some places from above you will be fascinated and you will confirm that Greece is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. One such place of unique beauty is Aliki Aegiou. There you will see all the shades of nature concentrated in a peculiar living painting. This canvas is decorated with waterfowl. The lagoon in Aigio, Achaia, is really something else. Aliki: A ...

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A whirlpool solved the water problem of Athens

We explore Greece and we discover many interesting and unknown aspects of it. Places and stories we didn't know and are of particular interest. One such case is also the unknown whirlpool. The whirlpool that almost solved Athens' water problem. It is an underwater spring near the village of Kiveri in Argolida. Today the locals call it Anavalo. And its story regarding the problem of Athens is interesting. The Anavalo and its waters The waters of Anavalos descend from the mountains to Lake Stymphalia and Tripoli Arcadia. However, it is ...

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Arvanitia: The small but sensational beach

There are small and large beaches in Greece, others more and others less well known. Some are particularly popular despite their small size. They win over visitors with their turquoise and crystal clear waters. One of them is Arvanitia beach in Nafplio. A unique beauty scene that enchants you from the first moment. A small diamond within walking distance of Athens that is worth getting to know and swimming in its waters. Arvanitia Beach in Nafplio Apart from a beautiful city, Nafplio is also a destination where you can find ...

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How is today the abandoned Greek diamond that Jolie once went on vacation

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 ...

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Diakopto beach: a gem on the Corinthian Gulf

Apart from the many beautiful beaches of Attica, the options for a Sunday swimming close to Attica are a lot. And the Peloponnese is so close that you can take a one-day trip and at the same time so far away that it makes you feel like you've completely left the mess and routine of everyday life. One such option is to Diakopto beach where you will definitely enjoy an all-day swim and spend relaxing moments in a quiet place. The clear water and dew from the trees are definitely ...

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The legend behind the name of Foneas beach in the Peloponnese

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 ...

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The beaches of the Corinthian Sea for great swimming experiences.

Small getaways and one-day trips near Athens are all you need to relax and charge your batteries for the next few days. Especially when you don't have a plan to spend many days on vacation. The beaches of the Corinthian Sea are definitely the ideal place to enjoy your swim whether you go for one-day or weekend. In exploringgreece.tvwe have chosen and we present some of the most beautiful beaches of the Corinthian Sea Vrachati Beach It is like a small island and has a cosmopolitan sense and it is ...

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Porto Heli: check out the Riviera of the Peloponnese

There are some destinations near Attica that are particularly popular and dear. And there's a reason for that. These places gather everything you want to relax and rest and fill batteries even through a weekend. One of these destinations is Porto Heli or the "Riviera of the Peloponnese". A nearby and ideal destination especially for the weekend. Porto Heli, the "Riviera of the Peloponnese" at its best The cosmopolitan Porto Heli is a favorite destination, especially in summer time. This closed natural cove is ideal for swimming, strolling, and also ...

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