Attractions
Temple of Zeus in Olympia – History, Design, & Ruins
Today, the ruins of the Temple of Zeus in Olympia stand in the archaeological site of Ancient Olympia. It was built in honor of the god of…
Read MoreArchaeological Site of Ancient Olympia
The extensive ruins of the archaeological site of Olympia include the Sanctuary of Zeus and many buildings surrounding it, such as the Temple of Hera, administrative buildings,…
Read MoreArchaeological Museum of Olympia
In mere minutes, you can walk from the archaeological site to the three Olympia museums, which are among the most important in all of Greece: Archaeological Museum…
Read MoreMuseum of the History of the Olympic Games
Over 400 exhibits are presented in thematic groups dating back from the second millenium BCE to the 5th century A.D. in the Museum of the History of…
Read MoreKlio’s Honey Farm
On our farm in Ancient Olympia, from which my grandparents made their living, and today is the basis of our own agricultural activities, is where you will…
Read MoreMagna Grecia
Welcome to Magna Grecia, a 4th-generation family-owned and run farmhouse estate established in 2009. With more than 2,000 olive groves and a further 1.500 new olive trees…
Read MoreSkafidia Beach
Skafidia Beach is located 10 km (only 13 minutes) from Katakolon Port and 14 km northwest of Pyrgos, the largest city in Ilia. Many say that this…
Read MoreKourouta Beach
Kourouta Beach is just 25 minutes from Katakolon Port and only 3 km Amaliada, the second largest city of the Prefecture Ilia, Greece. The beach of Kourouta,…
Read MoreSaint Andreas Beach
Saint Andreas Beach or Agios Andreas, is a stone’s throw from Katakolon Port, located just 4 km away! Hidden behind the hill of Katakolon, this stunning beach will…
Read MoreThe Iconic Monastery of Kremasti
The Monastery of Kremasti (meaning “Hanging Monastery”), located 30 km (18 miles) from Katakolon Port and 15 km (9 miles) from Ancient Olympia almost hangs from the…
Read MoreTemple of Apollo Epicurius
The Temple of Apollo Epicurius, (also Epikourios) one of the most important and most imposing temples of antiquity, stands in the bare and rocky landscape of Bassae,…
Read MoreAncient Elis – A Rich & Long History
Ancient Elis, the largest city and capital of the homonymous city-state, was built on the north banks of the Peneus River, between the mountainous part of Elis…
Read MoreChlemoutsi Castle
Chlemoutsi Castle (also known as Château Clermont and Castel Tornese) is a medieval castle built on a plateau in Andravida, offering extensive views of the Plain of…
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