- OverviewWeatherHistoryPoints of interestClimateMapTransportationAccommodationPeloponnesePeninsula in Southern Greece
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The Peloponnese is a peninsula located at the southern tip of the mainland, 21,549.6 square kilometres … See more
CountryGreeceAdministrative regionsPeloponnese (region) · Western Greece (in part)CapitalTripoliLargest cityPatraHistoryThe peninsula has been inhabited since prehistoric times. Its modern name derives from ancient Greek mythology, specifically the legend of the hero Pelops, who was said to have conquered the entire region. The name Pelo… See more
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Peloponnese Greece: Complete Travel Guide | Greeka
Peloponnese is the most popular region of the Greek mainland for tourism, with beautiful beaches, archaeological sites and resorts. Find out useful information, photos, maps and tips for your holiday in Peloponnese Greece.
Peloponnese | Ancient sites, Mediterranean Sea, …
Jan 5, 2025 · Peloponnese, peninsula of 8,278 square miles (21,439 square km), a large, mountainous body of land jutting southward into the Mediterranean …
Peloponnese - Visit Greece
Peloponnese - World History Encyclopedia
Learn about the history and geography of the Peloponnese, a large peninsula in southern Greece. Explore its ancient cities, sites, and conflicts from the Bronze Age …
- Inhabited since prehistoric times, the name Peloponnese (in Greek Peloponessos, a term first used in the Archaic period) means 'island of Pelops' and derives from the mythical king Pelops …
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A Local’s Guide to Travel in the Peloponnese, Greece
Feb 20, 2025 · The Peloponnese is a large peninsula in the southernmost part of mainland Greece. If coming from Athens, the first city on the peninsula is Corinth, about 85 kms away - a 1-hour drive. Much of the region is rugged and …
15 Best Things to Do in Peloponnese (Greece) - The …
Jan 26, 2020 · Attached to the rest of Greece by the Isthmus of Corinth, the Peloponnese is a peninsula with ancient cities and natural sights that are ingrained in the world’s shared memory. The region has one UNESCO World …
Discover the Peloponnese, the heart of ancient Greek …
Jul 18, 2019 · Explore the Peloponnese, the peninsula where gods and heroes walked, and where classical ruins, wild nature, and culinary treasures await. Learn about its history, myths, and attractions, from Olympia to Mani, from …
Holidays in Peloponnese - Discover Greece
Explore the mythical south of Greece, with its ancient monuments, medieval castles, natural beauty and spectacular beaches. Discover the rich history, culture and cuisine of the Peloponnese, a destination for all seasons and tastes.
Peloponnese - Rick Steves Europe
The Peloponnese is the large peninsula that hangs from the rest of the Greek mainland by a narrow isthmus an hour's drive west of Athens. Its wild, mountainous landscape is dotted with the ruins of Mycenaean palaces, …
