Experiences
Explore the rich history and natural beauty of the surrounding area. Visitors can enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks, scenic landscapes, and outdoor activities nearby.
Ancient Asini
The most important sight of the village is the ruins of the ancient Asini; it’s near the village, just outside Tolo, on top of a hilly cape. It provides evidence of the power and splendor of Asini’s kingdom in the time of the Trojan War. Remains of prehistoric settlements and parts of ancient city walls can be seen there; excavations also revealed Mycenaean tombs. It is estimated that the walls of the citadel were constructed in 300 BC by the king of Macedonia, Demetrius the Besieger. There are two city gates; the main gate is in the north and the secondary gate is in the east. The walls were restored both in the Early Byzantine period and in the Second Venetian Domination period. At the time of the Italian occupation, fortification constructions were applied to the citadel
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Fortification of Romvi island
The watershed moment for the beginning of the Slav campaigns and settlement in Byzantine territory has been given as the year 582, when Sirmium, today’s Sremska Mitrovica, fell. The occupation by Slavic groups of European provinces can be placed after 602. These raids certainly caused fear in the local population and led them, to temporarily abandon their homes and hearths. The inhabitants of the Argolid followed the same practice, and resorted to island refuges in the Argolid Gulf. Against this backdrop can be viewed the finds made at the cave of Andritsa, indicating the use of the place in the time of danger. One of these shelters in which residents could have sought temporary refuge during the raids is the island of Romvi.
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Palamidi castle
Climb all 999 steps of Palamidi Castle!
Are there 999 or 857 steps that lead to the top of Palamidi Castle? Discover for yourself. Once you climb up the steep hill, you’ll be rewarded with a panoramic view of Nafplio and the sea. The fortress was built in record time, between 1711 and 1714.
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Bourtzi Castle
The castle was built in 1473 and the executioners of Palamidi prisoners once lived here. It was also the residence of two governments (of 1824 and 1827) and a luxury hotel. Today it is one of the most significant attractions in Nafplio, and hosts various cultural events and festivals.
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