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10 Of The Best Beaches Near Kalamata In The Peloponnese, Greece.

Kalamata in Greece is famous for its rich historical and mythological heritage, vast olive groves and of course, its beach. Kalamata Beach makes Kalamata the ideal destination for a seaside break, but that isn’t the only beach in the region. The Peloponnese in general can lay claim to some of the best beaches in Greece, so to make sure you don’t miss out, here are 10 of the best beaches in and around Kalamata!

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Balancing Preservation and Travel: Monemvasia’s Struggle with Sustainable Tourism.

Monemvasia is one of Greece’s most striking historical landmarks and one of the Peloponnese’s most popular tourist attractions. Although tourism has in the past saved the town and the castle from ruin, modern development and increasing tourism demand threaten to tip the delicate balance and destroy what makes it so special.

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Greek Island Hopping In Elafonisos, Greece.

When searching for an idyllic island escape, few places can match the untouched beauty and tranquillity of Elafonisos in Greece. Hidden in a tiny corner of the Peloponnese, Elafonisos is a picture perfect snapshot of slow paced island life.

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Is Kalamata In Greece Worth Visiting?

Kalamata in Greece is Messinia’s capital and the second largest city in the Peloponnese. Known largely as a working seaport and for its olive production, most travellers rush through on their way to somewhere else, if they even spend time here at all. But is Kalamata really worth visiting? Is it really worth slowing down and spending some time in? The short answer is a resounding yes! Travellers who give it a chance will discover it has so much more to offer than a first glance would suggest.

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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.

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