Peloponnese - Wikipedia
WEBThe Peloponnese is a peninsula located at the southern tip of the mainland, 21,549.6 square kilometres (8,320.3 sq mi) in area, and constitutes the southernmost part of mainland Greece. It is connected to the mainland by the Isthmus of Corinth, where the Corinth Canal was constructed in 1893.
Peloponnese | Ancient sites, Mediterranean Sea, Peloponnesian …
WEBPeloponnese, peninsula of 8,278 square miles (21,439 square km), a large, mountainous body of land jutting southward into the Mediterranean that since antiquity has been a major region of Greece, joined to the rest of mainland Greece by the Isthmus of Corinth.
Peloponnese - Visit Greece
WEBEscape to the Peloponnese, where Myth meets history. Monuments from every period of the eventful history, great archeological sites; ancient Olympia, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Tiryns, the Temple of Apollo Epicurius, Byzantine churches and Monasteries. Enjoy sightseeing and sports; explore unique villages and alluring castles amidst stunning ...
Peloponnese (region) - Wikipedia
WEBThe Peloponnese Region (Greek: Περιφέρεια Πελοποννήσου, romanized: Periféria Peloponnísou, [periˈferia pelopoˈnisu]) is a region in southern Greece. It borders Western Greece to the north and Attica to the north-east. The region has an area of about 15,490 square kilometres (5,980 square miles).
Peloponnese - World History Encyclopedia
WEBJan 7, 2016 · The Peloponnese is a large peninsula linked to the northern territory of Greece by the Isthmus of Corinth. To the west of the Peloponnese is the Ionian sea while to the east is the Aegean Sea. The terrain is typified by high limestone mountains, narrow coastal plains, and natural rocky harbours.
Discover the Peloponnese, the heart of ancient Greek culture
WEBJul 18, 2019 · Separated from mainland Greece by the Corinth canal, the Peloponnese has for centuries been a crossroads of the eastern Mediterranean, its landscape littered with the remains of ancient...
A Guide to Irresistible Peloponnese, Greece - GreekReporter.com
WEBAug 9, 2023 · The Peloponnese is a picturesque region in southern Greece. Steeped in history, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty, it is the ideal destination for an adventure. Feel the myths and legends come alive as you explore the ancient ruins and awe-inspiring landscapes that evoke the presence of gods and heroes. By Kasia Chojecki.
Peloponnese Greece: Complete Travel Guide | Greeka
WEBThe Peloponnese, in Greece, is a geographical area of mainland Greece, located on the southern side of the country. This region could be described as an island connected to the mainland in two spots: the Corinth Canal and the Bridge of Rio Antirio.
7 Days in the Peloponnese - The Perfect Itinerary - TripSavvy
WEBJun 26, 2019 · Take seven days to explore the riches of the Peloponnese on this week-long itinerary and you'll be well rewarded with lasting memories of stunning drives, amazing views and a chance to visit places where some of our most enduring legends began. In these days of package holidays and instant vacations, …
Peloponnese travel - Lonely Planet | Greece, Europe
WEBAncient Corinth. Peloponnese. Within a modern village loom the extensive yet compact ruins of this ancient (mostly Roman) city. Home to legendary Jason of the Argonauts, stealer of the… View more attractions.
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