Menu viewReturn to Menu View

Nafplion, Mycenae, Epidavros, Corinth

(info, maps & photos)

This is one of the most charming towns in Greece, with one of the best preserved Old towns to be found anywhere. After the war of Independence against the Turks, Nafplion became the capital of the Greek state and flourished accordingly. It makes an excellent base for exploring the surrounding area and especially the nearby archaeological sites of Corinth, Mycenae and Epidauros, the various villages by the sea and the islands of the Saronic Gulf (Hydra, Poros and Spetses).
How to get there: by public bus (min. 3,5hrs), by private car (3hrs) or by train (min. 3,5hrs).
Note: You may also check for performances of ancient drama in Epidavros

Hotels in Nafplion

Top


Click here to view a detailed map of the Nafplion area
Map of Nafplion area
-Top

_________________

The fortress of Burtzi; click to enlarge
Nafplion: the Burtzi
-Top

The castle of Palamidi; click to enlarge
Nafplion: the Palamidi
-Top


The archaeological site at Mycenae; click to enlarge
Mycenae: the archaeological site
-Top

Mycenae: the Lions' Gate; click to enlarge
Mycenae: the Lions' Gate
-Top

Mycenae: the Treasure of Atreus; click to enlarge
Mycenae: the Treasure of Atreus
-Top

Mycenean tholos tomb; click to enlarge
Mycenaean tomb
-Top


The theatre of Epidavros; click to enlarge
The theatre of Epidavros
-Top



The Corinth canal
-Top

Ancient Corinthos: the site
Ancient Corinth
-Top

The Temple of Apollo at Ancient Corinthos
Ancient Corinth: the Temple of Apollo
-Top

Acrocorinthos
Acrocorinthos
-Top


HOTELS IN NAFPLION
CONTENTS
- HOME -