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Acronafplia
The rocky peninsula of the Acronafplia comprised the walled settlement of Nafplio from ancient times until the end of the 15th century.The Acronafplia walls bear witness to its rich history, which it must be confessed, is a little difficult to follow, due to its long uninterrupted inhabitation. The current form of the castle, although quite changed by modern intervention, basically crystallized during
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Ancient Citadel of Asini
The ancient citadel of Asini is located on the top of the hill next to sea, about a km before Tolo. With an intense life from the early years of the Bronze Age, as it was shown by the findings of excavations, reached the top during Mycenaean before Geometric and Geometric years. The ancient city was mentioned by Homer in the Iliad, and was the inspiration of Nobel laureate poet George Seferis for
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Kotsiomyti Museum - Physics History
At the Museum of each visitor has the opportunity to come and study tables illustrate and deliver comprehensible theory of evolution of life on Earth, from 570 million years ago until today.The displays of fossils the museum except out the huge collection of ammonites Epidaurus (Triassic period, phases' Karnio 235,000,000, 239,000,000 and Ladinio Anisio, 241.000.000chronia before ") and ammonites from
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Trianon
Another building of historical importance and offer in cultural events of Nafplio is "Trianon". During Turkish domination Trianon was mosque, while in the second period of Enetian domination it hosted Franciscan monks, cappuccinos and functioned as a Catholic church dedicated to Saint Anthony. In 1826 hosted the students of A' mutual-learning School in Greece.Today, it is used as cinema.
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The Lion of Bavaria
In Michael Iatrou Street between the church of Aghii Pandes and the modern graveyard, the visitor will find an exceptional sculptured monument, one of the most important of 19th century Greece; known as the Lion of Bavaria, which dates from 1840-1841.The lion which is curved into the rock on a monument scale, seems to be sleeping. The sculptor of this beautiful monument was the German, Christian Siegel,
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Municipal Theatre Nafplion
Municipal Theatre is located in Nafplio in the address VAS.KONSTANTINOU 34, Nafplio and contact details are the following: TeL. +30 2752023830 or +30 2752028607.The Subject Departments which have as an objective, and responsibility for the promotion and dissemination of theater and cultural enhancement of our region create performances with theater department, run seminars Plays with narration
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The Armansperg Residence
This is one of the most important mansions from the reign of Otto to be found in Nafplio. The building originally dates from the second Venetian occupation, but it was rebuilt in 1831 and the second floor was added.The house was home to the president of the regency, Count Joseph Ludwing von Armansperg, during 1833 and 1834. Armansperg was a highly controversial personality and he has remained best
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Archaelogical Museum of Nafplion
The Museum of Nafplion is housed within the imposing three storey edifice of square Syntagmatos. In its rich collection which includes exhibits from the Early to the Mycenaean era and historic times, but also findings from prehistoric settlements of the region.It was built during the second Enetian domination (1686-1715) and specifically in 1713 during the rule of Agostino Sagredo. By Enetians it
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Mpourtzi
Mpourtzi consists the symbol of the city of Nafplion.The small fort on the island of St. Theodore. Mpourtzi, like many other buildings built in Nafplio by the Venetians in 1471 and according to others in 1473. It consists of a high octagonal tower, which is surrounded by low semicircular towers for the cannons to the east and west. A mobile chain closed up the entrance of the bay and Porto Cadena
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Palamidi
The idea for Palamidi to be built had Morosini, Corner and Grimani. The plans were constructed eventually from Grimani, but the work was completed shortly afterwards by Agostino Sagredo. The entire complex consists of eight bastions which are connected with walls and communicate with each other. The fort communicated with the city by two roads, one was covered with a vaulted ceiling and later replaced
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Syntagma Square in Nafplion
In the center of Nafplio is Syntagma Square. During the revolution called square plane. The square is surrounded by historic buildings such as the house of TH. Kolokotronis, the old parliament, the archaeological museum, the church of St. George and the palace Kapodistrias. Here were the home of several chieftains of 1821. In Syntagma Square warlords make their revolutionary plans. Syntagma Square
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Old Town Nafplio
Old or Lower Town of Nafplion built on large rocks and extends from the old railway station, as the Bastion Five Brothers. Until 1470, it was an area that was flooded by the sea, except Psaromachala north-west slopes of Acronauplia. In the lower town of Nafplio encountered buildings of various periods, early neoclassical and Kapodistrian Ottonian period (1828-1865), neoclassical years 1865-1920, and
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The Land Gate Nafplio
The Land Gate was built in 1708, by the French engineer, and succeeded the earlier gate dating from the first Venetian occupation. It was the only entrance to the city by land, in fact, the gate would be closed at sunset. Whoever remained outside after that time was obliged to spend the night outside the city, usually in the Pronia suburb. It front of the gate was a moat filled with seawater, which
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The Clock Tower Nafplio
We will meet it in front of you, going up the road that passes through the Akronafplia. Undoubtedly this is the most beautiful part of the city, to enjoy the sunsetLocated going up the road that passes through the Acronauplia. Is the appropriate place where you can rest and admire the view across Nafplio.  Do not miss to visit the The Clock Tower in Nafplio!
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Vouleftiko Nafpliou
Vouleftiko of Nafplio was built in 1730 for a mosque, consisting of a large hall and a massive dome. In the west there was a gallery with domes, but in the early 20th century was destroyed by an earthquake.  Vouleftiko of Nafplio today is shaped by the Ministry of Culture, it serves as a conference room on the ground floor and moved the Municipal Gallery with works by contemporary Greek artists, which
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The Grimani Bastion-Nafplio
The bastion, named after the Venetian commander, Francesco Grimani, was built in the northeastern corner of the Castello di Toro. Construction began in 1702 and was completed in 1706, as part of the reconstruction work on the eastern wall of the lower city during the second Venetian occupation.The Grimani or San Antonio Bastion had 4 cannon positions which protected the Acronafplia and the narrow road
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Philellinon Square Nafplio
The monument Philellinon Nafplio, located in the middle of the square, was erected in 1903 in memory of the French philhellenes who fought and sacrificed for the liberation of Greece during the Greek Revolution. The monument was designed in Paris, but was built in Athens. The collaboration between the Greeks and the French in this masterful artwork reward, being cataleptic spectacle!
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The Great Street Nafplio
The "Megalos Dromos"in  Nafpliou or "Great Street", today known as Vasileos Konstadinou Street, was built to European specifications, on the initiative of Ioannis Kapodistrias, first governor of the Greek state. It was the most important street in the city in the 19th century, and this is why it was known as "megalos" or "street".It was the most important street in the city in the 19th century, and
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War Museum of Nafplio
The War Museumin Nafplio is housed in the two storey-neo-classical building, where from 1828 to 1834 the first Cadet School or Central Military School operated. The founder was the first governor of Greece, Ioannis Kapodistrias, and the school's mission was to provide the army with suitably educated recruits. The Cadet School has been restored and since 1988 has housed the war museum a branch of the
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Metropolitan Church of Saint George- Nafplio
The Metropolitan Church of Aghios Georgios is one of the most important and oldest churches in the city, and many great events from the Greek history took place here.The funerals of many famous figures from the Greek revolution were held in Aghios Georgios, such as Palaion Patron Germanos and Dimitrios Ypsilandis. It was here, amidst great solemnity, that the funeral service of the murdered Greek governor,
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The Courthouse of Nafplio
The Courthouse in Nafplio, built with donations from the great Greek benefactor, Andreas Singros, was completed in 1911, from plans by Anastasios Stamatiadis.The entrance is decorated with the busts of Anastasios Polyzoidis and Georgios Tertsetis, two great figures, who served the Greek judicial system with exemplary consistency.In the southern section of the courthouse square there is a monument to
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Town Hall- Nafplio
The renovated building in the Trion Navarchon Square in Nafplio, which today houses the town hall, has a long and interesting history.It was built in 1857 to house Nafplio’s High School, which was founded in 1833, during the time of King Otto. The original High School had only teo floors, but a third one was added in 1893 to house the Hellenic School.Then the High School moved to the second and third
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The Three Admirals’ Square-Nafplio
Trion Navarchon Square in Nafplio, the Square of the Three Admirals, is dedicated to the memory of the admirals: Codrington of England; DeRigny of France and Hayden of Russia, who fought the Turko-Egyptian fleet in the sea battle of Navarone on the 8th October 1827.In the middle of the square is the funeral monument containing the remains of Dimitrios Ypsilandis, one of the leaders of the Greek revolution.In
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Kapodistrias square -Nafplio
This square takes its name from the figure who above all others is synonymous with the history of the city: Ioannis Kapodistrias, the firt governor of the modern Greek state.The statue of the governor, the work of the sculptor Michael Tobros, was place in the square in the 1932 and its carved from marble.Kapodistrias is shown standing dressed in formal attire, leaning lightly on the trunk of a tree
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Karathonas Beach- Nafplio
The natural bay of Karathona in Nafplio is one of the prettiest in the area and the beautiful sands make it an ideal place for a swim. Access is easy. Either by road on foot, continuing the Arvanitia Promenate.The archaeologist Evangela Protonotarioy-Deilaki found prehistoric tools, bones and ceramics in Kokkinovrachos, above the shore of Karathona.Do not hesitate to take your kids, your friends, your
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Arvanitia-Nafplio
The Arvanitia Promenade, as it is characteristically known by local residents, is one of the most popular walks in Nafplio. It starts at the end of the shore and leads to Arvanitia Sqaure, a total distance of about 1 klm. According to local tradition, this area was given the name of Arvanitia off these rocks that Kapetan-Pasha threw the Albanian mercenaries who had overrun the area in1779.In reality,
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Children's Museum- Nafplio
In the old station warehouse, the Peloponnesian Folk Art Foundation has created a museum space dedicated to children called “The Stathmos”. The exhibition that is located here deals with objects exclusively connected to children: their birth, baptism, school, and their games as both objects and activities. There are also figures from puppet shows and the famous Karagiozi shadow puppets. At the
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Folklore museum-Nafplio
The Folklore Museum of Nafplion, regarded as one of the best in the country. The museum belongs to the Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation, founded in 1974, named "Vasilios Papantoniou," to study, research and preservation, and the identification and promotion of Greek folklore wealth. Over 25,000 artifacts housed with rare collections of costumes, textiles, traditional dishes and a rich library. Stand
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Areas

Nafplion
A unique place, mysterious, bleshed, full of natural beauties and great culture, is still developing and captivates every guest.Nafplion is situated on the Argolic Gulf in the northeast Peloponnese. Most of the old town is on a peninsula jutting into the gulf; this peninsula forms a naturally protected bay that is enhanced by the addition of man-made moles.The area surrounding Nafplion has been
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Tolo Nafplio
The village of Tolo is located at a distance of 12 km south of Nafplion and it is most built in a beautiful bay. Tolo today presents picturesque, romantic and undeniably beautiful characteristics.Tolo has a beautiful beach, which has a great reputation throughout the region. The net sea, the expanded and fine golden sand (which very aptly name the beach Psili Ammos-Fine Sand-) and the proper organization
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Iria Nafplion
Iria is a small picturesque village in the municipality of Asini of the prefecture of Argolis. The ancient name of the area was "Agrii Limenes" (Roughneck Ports).It is divided in "Pano Horio" and "Paralia". The most famous feature is the small port, especially picturesque with many fishing boats. The plain is known for its great production of artichoke that is the economic saviour of the inhabitants.
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Asini
Asini is a large village and 8 km far from Nafplio. The village has its own modern life and at the same time the communication with the tourist destiny of Tolo and the adjacent coastal Asini. It is built in the plain with citrus (mandarins, oranges). It has 1,279 inhabitants. At a distance of 500m, at the foot of the hill Profitis Elias is the picturesque village of Agia Paraskevi with 200 inhabitants
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Kandia
Candia is a small village with few inhabitants. Located within walking distance to Nafplio and insularity has a quiet, shallow and clean sea.Candia attractions that stand out are the Mycenaean citadel on the hill of St. Merciful, just above the village of Candia.Enjoy your swim and games of the sea on the beach of Candia, with choices of coffee - bars and restaurants which offer fantastic cuisine
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Drepano
Drepano is well known for its picturesque steep streets, full of bougainvillea. On one side lies the beach Plaka and on the other lagoon, which connects Vivari with Drepano. Apart from the production of citrus, in the region has, also, been developed tourism. The stunning beach of Plaka allowed the creation of accommodation such as hotels, rooms and apartments, studios and organized camping ready
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Argos
Argos is one of the oldest cities of the Peloponnese and Greece. Argos is considered one of the more central cities of Argolida with about 22,000 inhabitants. It has a rich historical and archaeological heritage, but most of the surviving monuments are damaged. Distinguish the following significant and important monuments and findings:the pinnacle of Ellinikou which dates to the late 4th century BC
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