Traveling in the Peloponnese and not visiting Mycenae feels almost like a mortal sin. Very few have heard about Tiryns, but since it is mentioned in all tourist guides, most people feel that they have to stop there. Despite of their great historical value there is not much left to see…
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The Temple of Apollo Epicurius at Bassae
This majestic temple, considered by UNESCO World Heritage Site and protected by a circus tent (!), is lost in the mountains on the border between Ilia, Messinia and Arcadia. For those who decide to spend some time in the hinterland of the Peloponnese, this is a mandatory stop.
Olympia, the birthplace of a great idea
Olympia needs no introductions. Is not by chance one of the most visited archaeological sites in Greece and although its magic is a bit ruined by the rhythms of the tourism industry, is absolutely the place to see.