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The Corinth Canal is a canal which connects the Saronic to the Corinthian gulf, in place of the Isthmus of Corinth, just east of the city of Corinth.
Constructed between 1880-1893, the work of the Greek engineer Peter Protopapadaki. The construction is a result of the development policy of Prime Minister Charilaos Trikoupis, who build large infrastructure projects aimed at creating a modern and economically developed state.
In ancient times between the wall of the Isthmus and its enclosure was the diolkos, street through which transported goods and small ships to avoid circumnavigation of the Peloponnese.
The idea of a canal already existed since the time of Periander, 602 BC The first tried to implement was Nero, 66 AD, designed by Julius Caesar and Caligula. After the death of Nero, the continued effort by Herodes Atticus, but who abandoned her.
Work on the canal began in 1880 by the International Society of Marine Canal of Corinth. Due to lack of funds the project completed by a company of Andrew Avenue in 1893.
The canal has a length of 6.346 m, a width at the surface of the sea 24,6 m, to the bottom of 21,3 m, while the depth varies from 7,50 έως 8 m.

Ancient Corinth was an important city-state of ancient Greece. Checking an area corresponding to the east of the prefecture of Corinthia in the northeast of the prefecture of Argolis. Sicyon bordered to the west by the Megarians in the east, to the southwest of Argos and Epidaurus in the south. Ancient Corinth controlled the pivotal position of the Isthmus, and was the most important trading center of the ancient world, until away from Athens. Corinth was considered the richest city of the ancient world.

Mycenae was an ancient city of Argolis Tritos near the mountain and across the bay of Argolis.
First Homer mentions the city, describing it with words "evryagyian, Rich" . This encouraged Schliemann to dig the citadel of Mycenae, where he found the known vertical shaft graves, several vases of fine art, samples Mycenaean civilization developed by the Centre Mycenae from 1600-1100 BC Tradition says that Mycenae was founded by Perseus, grandson of King Acrisius of Argos. Akrisios divided the country into various kingdoms and gave Iraio brother Proetus, Midea and Tiryns and Perseus, who was the son of Zeus and Danae, he left the country of Lycia. Returning from there, killed, without wanting, his grandfather and gave Megapenthi kingdom, Argos, and took from him the kingdom of Tiryns.
Tiryns Perseus built Mycenae and gave them this name, because there fell the "fungus" (case) than 'sword of or because while hungry, found a fungus and pulling the saw is Perseus source that exists today.
Others say that his daughter or his wife had Inachou name Mycenae. From Perseus founded the dynasty of the Perseids, which are small square tombs. Descendants of this was Ilektryonas the Sthenelos and Eurystheus, he spat dynasty, who was killed by Hrakleides.Simera in this position there is a small village of Mycenae (Charvati under Turkish rule) and the ruins of the Acropolis, reminiscent always distant and glorious times. Of the surviving ruins today are the two most important royal funerary enclosures A and B were part of an extensive prehistoric cemetery on the hill west of the palace, from which the excavation (pit graves) derives the bulk of the surprising findings (most are gold and characterized for the wonderful art), the treasure of Atreus (tholos tomb), the domed tomb of Clytemnestra, the Lion Gate, the Royal Palace, the Cathedral, the North Gate and the underground tank etc. Too many of the finds unearthed in the excavations at Mycenae display at the National Archaeological Museum of Athens and the new, modern, Museum Mycenae on the north slope of the Acropolis, causing admiration millions of visitors from all corners of the earth.

Nafplio in Peloponnese is the capital of the prefecture of Argolis and the main port of the eastern Peloponnese. It is one of the most picturesque cities in the country, and was the capital of the Greek state during the period 1828 - 1833 is a traditional settlement.
Nafplio is known for Mpoyrtzi small fort built on an island in the harbor, for Palamidi Venetian fortress that dominates the city, the Akronayplia (Turkish. Itch Kale), other Venetian fortress, on the homonymous peninsula and the place of the murder of John Kapodistrias.
According to Greek mythology in the modern city founded Nauplios Nauplia, which is fortified with Cyclopean walls. Archaeological findings prove the existence of the city from the Mycenaean years.
Nafplion is a popular destination for residents of Athens and the Peloponnese as it is a little of both regions. The most beautiful buildings of the city is the palace Armansperg (residence of the Viceroy Armanspergk Greece) and the archaeological museum in Syntagma Square. The city is also branch of the National Gallery.

The ancient theater of Epidaurus is considered the finest ancient Greek theater in terms of acoustics and aesthetics. The ancient theater was built between 340 BC and 330 BC of the Argive architect Polykleitos the Younger as Pausanias tell us. The theater was built for entertaining patients Asklipieiou but also as a means of treatment as it was believed that the monitoring theater had beneficial effects on mental and physical health of patients. The ancient theater had a capacity of 15,000 spectators. Divided into two parts (tiers): the upper tier of the 21 rows of seats for the people and down 34 rows of seats for the priests and rulers. The theater is made of limestone, which absorbs sound like human body.To ancient theater revealed after excavations carried out by archaeologist P.. Kavadias, under the auspices of the Athens Archaeological Society during the period 1870-1926. A few years later, in 1938, ascended the first show in the area of the ancient theater of Epidaurus. The show was the tragedy of Sophocles Electra starring Katina Paxinou and Helen Papadakis.

The Olympia was a city of ancient Greece in Elia, known as the venue for the Olympic Games in classical times, comparable in importance to the Pythian Games held in Delphi. Olympia was the gold and ivory statue of Zeus by Pheidias, which was known in ancient times as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. The origins of the Olympic Games dating back to 776 BC and held every four years. In 394 AD Byzantine Emperor Theodosius A, banned the marriage because they were considered as pagan. The Archaeological Museum of Olympia is one of the most important museums in Greece and exhibits archaeological finds from the archaeological site of Olympia. Of the total, priceless exhibits significant is the report of the sculpture, which is mainly known museum, and the collection of bronze objects, which are the richest in the world and consists of weapons, statuettes and other objects, and in particular important are the findings of great pottery.

Patra is the capital of the prefecture of Achaia, the Region of Western Greece and the largest urban center and port of the Peloponnese. The most common explanation given for the name of the city is the mythology that comes from Patrea, the legendary founder of the city. Modern Patras is the main axes of the port connecting Greece to Western Europe, the state-Rio-Antirrio bridge connects the suburb of Patras Rio to Antirrio, uniting the western Peloponnese Central Greece. In addition, the city boasts the largest European, Mediterranean-style carnival, the famous Patras Carnival, the main features of which are satirical floats and extravagant and spectacular dances and parades. The local cultural scene stands out in theater and the plastic arts and modern urban literature. The city of Patras was also the European Capital of Culture for 2006.

Nafpaktos a city jewel built between Antirrio and estuary Mornou our waiting beauties Etoloakarnanias. The idyllic beaches overlook the calm waters of the Corinthian Gulf ∙ charm encircles the mountain paradise of Nafpaktos ∙ great history reflected in two important monuments: the lush Venetian castle and the Venetian harbor.
Arriving in Nafpaktos first impressions gained by wide streets, shaded by broad-leaved trees, traditional corners and a crowd of people of all ages to enjoy carefree autumn sunshine in outdoor restaurants and cafes by the sea. We start our tour in the city with a leisurely stroll through the cobbled streets with many nautical houses and well-kept mansions. Tufted and colorful bougainvillea flowers adorn the stone walls flooding the friendly neighborhood with all sorts of colors and aromata.Oloi roads leading to the port, the smallest and most beautiful of the Mediterranean! The eastern tower welcomes us old sailor lighthouse and the Fethiye Mosque, built in 1499 The marble plaque reminds us of the famous naval battle of Lepanto, in 1571 In the western arm, next to iron cannons marking the sea, lies the statue of the legendary congressman George Anemoyiannis and the statue of the famous Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes. The perfect "excuse" for a few hours rest are the Delights ahead of the pedestrian Stenopazarou, where was the old market with its taverns duly honored local people and workers of the port ...
With renewed forces begin the ascent to kastro- of the best preserved forts with five diazomata- whose history begins in ancient times all the way to the Turks. Climbing on top -in 'triple tiara of Lepanto », as it was called by the Venetians - our nails the unsurpassed views across the city, the port and the Corinthian bay with stunning cable stayed bridge of Rio - Antirrio looming on the horizon. The picturesque chapel of Prophet Elias (11th century), the clock - bell tower and the ruins of the Ottoman bath earn our attention.

DELPHI was an ancient Greek city in which worked the most important oracle in the ancient world. The city is mentioned by the Homeric times called Pytho. At the beginning of historical times was one of the ancient cities of Phocis, but gradually the city's role was strengthened and developed at the national center and the holy city of the ancient Greeks. It was also the center of the Delphic Amphictyony. Delphi maintained a significant position until the end of the 4th century AD, when it was finally clear to the oracle by decree of Emperor Theodosius. In the following centuries, the city declined and was finally abandoned in the period of the Slavic invasions.
Delphi is an area with a strong tourism and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site of UNESCO. Besides the archaeological site and the museum, there is the European Cultural Centre and the surrounding area a number of monasteries of religious interest.

ARACHOVA is a stone village, just 8 km before the historic archaeological site of Delphi. Coming from Athens, shortly after entering the village you will find the right historic neoclassical building, a former elementary school, built in 1910 by Andrew Syggros, which has been restored by the City Arachova and used as an information center.
Just behind the former elementary school is the church dedicated to the Virgin Mary and in his backyard, you will find yourself under the Rock of Time or bell as the locals call it.
You can walk the paved narrow streets of the village and visit the church of St. George.
For the church of St. George, you can start from the small square with cafes and three stone fountains, and through steps (steps carefully enough!) To get to the churchyard.
From the courtyard of the view is breathtaking. It can be seen in the landscape to the bay of Itea and the tops of the Peloponnese.

Meteora is a cluster of huge sandstone darkcolor cliffs which rise out of kalambaka, near the first elevations of Pindus and of Hasia. The monasteries of Meteora, which is built on the tops of some of the rocks, is today the second most important monastic complex in Greece, after Mount Athos. Of the thirty that were historically, today operate only seven, which, since 1988, are included in the list of UNESCO world heritage monuments. The creation of the geological landscape, although has occasionally employ many Greek and foreign geologists, has not yet clearly interpreted. It is interesting that neither Greek nor ancient Greeks Mythology nor stranger historian has been reported in this area.

Lake Plastiras, located at an altitude of 750 meters, with an area of 25,000 square meters, a length of 14 km, width of 4 km. and a depth of 65 metres. The dam has a height of 83 m and a length of 220 metres. A unique destination, drowned in green and drenched in refreshing the aquatic element. A real gem for the entire Thessaly. Passing of Kalivia of Pezoula (village – hub-with easier access to the Lake), Neochori, Mpelokomitis, we move to one of the most beautiful routes of the round of the Plastiras Lake, we arrive at the Tavropos dam. (it is an arched construction with a length of 200 meters and a height of 83 meters).