Take a walk through the valley of the gods in the Peloponnese region of Greece to discover the myth and history behind ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the modern Olympic Games. This article will inspire you to visit one of Greece’s most iconic cultural attractions, highlight the must see sights and give you all the essential information you need to know to visit Ancient Olympia.
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Hiking The Mythical Polilimnio Waterfalls In Greece.
Away from the beaches and the historical wonders of the Peloponnese, Greece hides a mythical land of lush greenery, interconnected lakes and spectacular stepped waterfalls, and a hike to the Polilimnio Waterfall from Kalamata revealed much more than just spectacular scenery.
Dos And Don’ts For Travelling In Greece: Customs And Etiquette For First Time Travellers.
Planning a trip to Greece? These culture and etiquette dos and don’ts will help you get the most out of your trip!
A Colossus Odyssey.
An epic quest to find the resting place of one of the ancient wonders of the world, the Colossus of Rhodes.
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Getting Lost In The Footsteps Of The Knights Of Rhodes.
Taking the time to explore Rhodes beyond the touristy facade led me to delving into the history of the knights Templar in the the oldest living medieval town in Europe.
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