Arcadia (region) - Wikipedia
WEBArcadia (Greek: Ἀρκαδία, romanized: Arkadía) is a region in the central Peloponnese. It takes its name from the mythological character Arcas, and in Greek mythology it was the home of the gods Hermes and Pan.
Arcadia | Arcadia, Map, Greece, & History | Britannica
WEBArcadia, mountainous region of the central Peloponnese (Modern Greek: Pelopónnisos) of ancient Greece. The pastoral character of Arcadian life together with its isolation are reflected in the fact that it is represented as a paradise in Greek and Roman bucolic poetry and in the literature of the Renaissance.
Arcadia (regional unit) - Wikipedia
WEBArcadia (Greek: Αρκαδία, romanized: Arkadía Modern Greek: [ɐr.kɐˈði.ɐ]) is one of the regional units of Greece. It is part of the administrative region of Peloponnese. It is in the central and eastern part of the Peloponnese peninsula. It takes its name from the mythological figure Arcas.
Mount Lykaion - Wikipedia
WEBMount Lykaion (Ancient Greek: Λύκαιον ὄρος, Lýkaion Óros; Latin: Mons Lycaeus) is a mountain in Arcadia, Greece. Lykaion has two peaks: Stefani to the north and St. Ilias ( Άγιος Ηλίας , Agios Īlías ) to the south where the altar of Zeus is located.
The Ultimate Travel Guide to Arcadia Greece | The Greek Vibe
WEBMar 30, 2023 · Arcadia is a region in the heart of the Peloponnese that inspired the ideal of beauty, harmony and abundance as this is portrayed by poets, writers and artists worldwide. Why you ask? Well, one tour of Arcadia will give you the answer.
The 7 Most Beautiful Villages of Arcadia - Greece High Definition
WEBApr 20, 2017 · The 7 Most Beautiful Villages of Arcadia. April 20, 2017. Welcome to the very heart of the Peloponnese, where Greece’s fourth largest prefecture will impress you with its nature and heritage. Nature abounds here, as Arkadia – or Arcadia – is considered a haven for eco-tourists and hikers.
Arcadia - An authentic region in the heart of the Peloponnese
WEBArcadia is undoubtedly one of the most authentic parts of Greece. Right in the very heart of the Peloponnese, Arcadia is known for its traditional and historical villages, religious monuments, archaeological sites and enchanting landscapes.
Arcadia map GREECE - Detailed map of Arcadia
WEBSep 27, 2017 · Arcadia, the heart of the Peloponnese, provides some of the most beautiful landscapes to be found anywhere in Greece. The Arcadians are believed to be the oldest inhabitants of the Peloponnese. This stunning region of the Peloponnese is one of mountains, high peaks, forests and flourishing vegetation.
Matt Barrett's Guide to Arkadia, Peloponnesos, Greece - Greece …
WEBArcadia is a mountainous land of rivers, streams, deep gorges, medieval castles, Byzantine churches and monasteries, traditional villages and ancient cities, for skiing in the wintertime and hiking all year long. It is also a land of beautiful beaches and clean seas.
10 Ways to Explore Arcadia (Map Included) - Greece Is
WEBOct 14, 2020 · 1. Hiking across Pan’s land. One of the best ways to get to know the mythical homeland of the ancient Greek god Pan is to walk the Menalon Trail, a serpentine 75km route that begins in Stemnitsa and finishes at Lagadia (menalontrail.eu).