Corinth - the city of the island connecting high Greece and Peloponnese. Corinth is located 78 kilometers from Athens. The city is very old, he grew here about 6000 BC. e. There are legends that the city was founded thanks to a certain Corinth, the descendant of God Helios. Other myths say that the city built the ether, the daughter of the Titan of the Ocean, because many centuries ago the city wore her name. Anyway, today Corinth is a developing and lively city where about 58 thousand people live. But what can I see.
Apollon Temple (Apollo's Temple)
The temple is located in Corinth, ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos, Ancient Corinth). You can get there only by car, the input is free.
The temple was built here about the sixth century BC at the place of another old church in doric style. It is said that the temple that can be seen today is an exact copy of the previous construction. The temple received its name after the name was found next to the mention of his name, as well as about this temple under this title it was stated in the Scriptures of the ancient Greek writer Corinth. Today, the temple is strongly destroyed and represents the ruins - there are high columns with a crossbar from above. Nevertheless, they produce an indelible impression on tourists! They write that the powerful louches of Mummy, the commander of ancient Greece, once completely destroyed the city. However, he could not carry this building. The temple is 7 km from the southwest from the center of Corinth, if you drive along the main road.
Octavia temple (Octavia's Temple)
The Church of Octavia is located near the Temple of Appolone. Today it is not a whole temple, but only the ruins of the Roman period, which represent three massive light columns on a wide sustainable foundation. The facade of the building and the main entrance was decorated with beautiful bas-reliefs, it can be understood on decorations on the columns. The construction of the building was dedicated to the sister of Emperor Augustus, which ruled in 44 BC immediately after Caesar.
Acrocorinf Fortress (Acrocorinth Fortress)
In general, Acrocorinf-Nazing of the Acropolis of Corinth (i.e., the sublime and fortified part of the ancient Greek city, the upper city, which was the initial place of settlement of the people). This fortress was used for military to the 19th century. The hill on which the fortress is located is quite high, almost 600 meters above sea level. The fortress itself has a wall in 2 km long. The main entrance is under the protection of the three-tiered wall and three rash-level gates.Inside the fortress BC was the Temple of Aphrodite, and the ruins of which were built by the Christian Basilica, which was later converted into the tower, then in a mosque and last time-in the Venetian terrace. In the south of the fortress, the source of Pyrene proceeds, which was mentioned by an ancient Greek scientist of the Paution. Today, the fortress is extremely interesting.
Archaeological Museum of Corinth (Archaeological Museum of Corinth)
The museum on the site of archaeological excavations of the ancient Corinth is one of the most exciting and interesting places of the city. It was opened for general viewing in the first third of the last century. Here you can learn a luxurious collection of exhibits and items that tell about the life and life of the people of ancient Corinth. Four spacious halls also contain art objects in different periods. One of the best here is the mosaic paintings of the 4th century BC, as well as the most interesting statues, amphoras and sphinxes.
Opening hours: 8:00 - 15:00, every day, besides holidays.
Admission tickets: 6 € (up to 18 years and after 65 years - 3 €)
Ancient city of Nemea (Ancient Nemea City)
The city is known thanks to the non-game games passing there. According to the legends, the goddess Gera won the Nemoy Lion here, and even earlier, Nhey was the sanctuary of the God of Thunder and Lightning - Zeus. Today, there is a solid territory of archaeological excavations and ancient facilities, more precisely, their ruins who partially restored for tourists about 8 years ago. Of the interesting things - the grave of Oftyt is the son of Likurg and Eurydiki, who ruled here, as well as the altar in the stone wall. Be sure to visit the temple of Zeus 330 BC. The roofs of this majestic structure have long been not, but the walls have survived. Malmy is located 36 km from the southwest of Corinth.
Winery Nemea Winery
Since they spoke about Nomea, it simply can not be not mentioned this wonderful place. Winery is a place where traditions transmitted from generation into generation thousands of years are respected. It is here that the red wine "Nomea" is released. By the way, the locals are confident that it was the vine of Hercules who celebrated the victory over Nemye Lv. Also on the winery you will be given to try another famous wine called "Hercules Blood".
Lake Stimphalia (Lake Stymphalia)
This is the largest lake Peloponnese. The lake can be found in the mountainous area, at an altitude of more than 600 meters above sea level. Extremely picturesque place, despite the fact that the lake is closing reeds. The lake did not bypassed legends and myths. First, the very name of the lake is bearing thanks to the character of ancient Greek mythology, the son of Elia, Steamfalu. And there is still a legend that Hercules shot from his bow of all birds who walked and fed around the lake. But the birds here did not become less, which you can make sure while traveling to the lake. Also near the lake are the ruins of the Gothic Basilica of the Crusader Monastery. The lake is 75 km south-west of Corinth.
Folk Museum (Folk Museum)
This museum in the south of the pier represents a luxurious collection of wedding and festive costumes traditional for Peloponnese and the mainland. Costumes represent the last three centuries. Also here you can see various types of traditional embroidery, gold and silver items and carved figures, both secular and church.
Address: Ermou 1
Login: € 1.50
Opening hours: from 8.30 to 13:30 Tuesday- Sunday
Corinth Canal (Corinth Canal)
This is a miracle created by the hands of a person. Channel is currently very rarely used, and exclusively for tourist purposes. A bridge runs over the canal. The place is really amazing and recommended to visit! Near the channel convenient parking. It is better to come here in the morning, because the day can be quite crowded.