The southernmost geographic section of mainland Greece. Originally it
was an island, but intense geological upheavals in the region united
and separated it from the mainland twice. Later, a new retreat by the
sea formed the isthmus of Corinth. This land-bridge was cut in the
late 19th century to make the Corinth
canal, making the Peloponnese an island yet again.
The Peloponnese (Peloponissos) is a rugged
land and in its interior is highlands. The climate is purely Mediterranean
along the coasts, unlike the centre which has a relatively continental
climate.
A mythical land whose every corner brings to mind some Greek myth, the
Peloponnse is composed of images and music, the scents of the sea, of
the mountains, of grapes, olives, and citrus. The cities, towns, and
spas of the region were important centres in antiquity, and remain so
today. Villages seem to grow out of the grey rock, the wild stones next
to the hostile furze. Other villages lie by the vast open sea, but everywhere
the people are vital, hospitable, haughty and proud.
Peloponnese is the
loveliest holiday resort because it offers:
-
Beautiful beaches and endless sea-shores with crystal clear sea.
- Impressive high mountains and entire mountain ranges suitable for sports.
- Many archaeological sites and monuments dating back to various periods.
- Towns and picturesque villages, all connected with each other by an adequate
road network, completely organized to satisfy all needs.
- Well organized ports - airports and international too.
- A wide frequent transportation service to all destinations - islands and abroad.
- Full adequacy of hotels-apartments-villas-campsites.
- A wide range of restaurants, taverns and shopping centres as well as modern
and traditional entertainment.
- The birthplace of the Olympic Games: The
Ancient Olympia with the imposing temple foundations, the colonnades,
the altars, the numerous interesting finds crowned by that masterpiece of sculpture,
the "Hermes of Praxiteles". |
