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This 12th-century Byzantine convent and garden makes for a good day out from Nafplio. The nuns sell their own textiles.
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This deserted early Helladic settlement is a delightful swimming spot. Nobel Laureate George Seferis thought so, too, in his ode to a place “unknown, forgotten by all, even Homer”.
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Much of the ancient site has been destroyed, but archaeology fanatics will still want to see the Sanctuary of Poseidon and the stadium that hosted the Panhellenic Games.
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The site where Theseus defeated the Sinis, the giant who used whole pine trees to slingshot victims across the water. Today the seaside town makes a nice stop on the beautiful drive to Epidauros.
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One of the oldest archaeological sites in Greece, with remains dating back to the fourth millennium BC.
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Famed for its spring waters, Loutraki is a popular Athenian weekend destination. The top draw is the Hydrotherapy Thermal Spa, though the area is also home to a casino that’s said to be one of the biggest in Europe.
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Though little remains of the Temple of Hera, this is still an idyllic place to come and swim, with a wonderful lighthouse and chapel, and crystal-clear waters. Snorkellers can see ancient ruins underwater.
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Along with nearby Xylo-castro, this quiet seaside village is a beautiful place to while away an afternoon swimming in clear water, eating freshly caught fish in tavernas scented with flowers, and drinking excellent local wine.
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Skoura is known for its white wines, especially its deep, fruity chardonnays – a rarity in Greece. Call a few days ahead to arrange a tour and tasting.
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This sanctuary to goddess Hera, built in the 7th–4th centuries BC, is a wonderfully tranquil spot, with great views over the Argive plain.
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