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Tripolis, the capital of the district, built at approximately 650m in altitude and surrounded by the Arcadian mountains, has grown into a modern city of about 30.000 inhabitants.
During its long-suffering history, Tripoli flourished during the Ottoman Empire and its population increased in 20.000 inhabitants, yet it was completely devastated...
It is probably the most well-known village in Arcadia. A picturesque and well-preserved, located at approximately 1033m in altitude on mountain Mainalon. In this verdurous area, there are unique guest houses and weekend cottages, since it is one of the most popular winter destinations and its square is always crowded with people visiting the...
Dimitsana is the most significant village of Gortinia because of its history, natural beauty and its cultural activity. Dimitsana’s amphitheatrical landscape is remarkable, and so is and the four-plex buildings that are built on the cliff by the Lagkadian masons. Luxuriant vegetation is everywhere and fresh air fills your lungs. Fine cafes,...
Stemnitsa is a traditional dorp, built amphitheatrically contemplating the slopes of Mainalon and preserved in an exemplary way. The scenery is truly transcendent as the mountain embraces the stone houses of Stemnitsa along with its visitors. Its castle resembles its long-lasting history. Stemnitsa is the continuum of a village mentioned by...
Karytena makes an impression as it stands out on the rocks, imposing and attractive. It was characterized as "The Toledo of Greece" by Nikos Kazantzakis. The beautiful Karytena, built on a bulge, with the river flowing zestfully below, has been declared as a traditional dorp, thanks to the atmosphere of the medieval castle, around which 19...
A large village built on a gorge as indicated by its name. While approaching the village, the view is breathtaking, as the buildings seem to override gravity. This was the departure point of the great Lagkadian masons, who run through all Greece with their exclusive teams and built with their unique style, that no longer exists. The village's...
Levidi is another village that signaled the Revolution in 1821. It has been one of the most significant villages of the area. Nowadays, its square is a rest-stop for the passing through travelers that are heading to more known and picturesque villages of Arcadia. If one gets round to and wanders around the village, one will discover noble...
Leonidio is the capital of Kynouria province of the regional unit of Arcadia and one of the oldest marine cities in Greece of about 4.000 inhabitants. It's the heart of Tsakonia, an outstanding area where the Tsakonian dialect is still spoken, an alteration of the ancient Doric dialect, which is estimated to be the most ancient Greek language...
The onshore Astros is the place where the rural houses of most inhabitants of Tripoli are, and, therefore, the summertime is full of life. There are lovely beaches and beautiful sceneries that are combined with an extremely generous nightlife. Its castle is imposing, and many events take place all summer in the coastal theater. In the...
Poulithra is located right next to Leonidio and is usually chosen by tourists because of its sandy beach. It is characterized by the painted forefronts of the old houses.
Kastanitsa is a very beautiful, traditional village located on the slopes of Parnonas, maintaining all the features of the Tsakonian architecture. Tower houses with roofs made of schist and the shelter in the chestnut forest supplement this ideal scenery. The Chestnut Festival in October is the perfect time for visiting it.
Peleta is a village 12 kilometers from Leonidio, which was brought back to life in the 90’s by a group of people from Athens. After going for a swim in the beach, one should taste some lamb chops in the main square and, afterwards, go for a stroll and admire the work of the new inhabitants.
Prastos is the old and historical capital of Tsakonia, from the middle Ages up until the prerevolutionary period. It is a gorgeous village, built on the slopes on Parnonas, full of picturesque buildings and tower houses that has been declared as a traditional dorp. The buildings bear the main characteristics of the local architecture, which is...
Platanos is built on the slopes of Parnonas on the edge of a fiercely green ravine. Traditional neat houses, narrow tile-floored alleys, luxuriant vegetation of pear, cherry and walnut trees as well as plentiful water compose the complexion of the village, which offers tranquility and serenity to the visitor. The climate favors the co-existence...
Kastri is a mountain village in Parnonas, built at approximately 650m in altitude. It is located in a divine location, surrounded by a forest with plentiful water and hidden in platans, chestnut and cherry trees. It's the largest village in a group of seven villages: Mesorachi, Nea Chora, Oria, Elatos, Karatoulas and Perdikovrisi. The village's...
Ano Doliana is a well-preserved, traditional village of extreme beauty and with a very homely atmosphere. You can enjoy the superb guest house in the old, stone school or the forestal village with its wooden cabins. You can wander around its tile-floored alleys, take up archery or ride the horses of the Jockey Club on the slopes of Parnonas.
Another traditional dorp worth visiting. A wood carving school used to operate here that embellished the local churches with sublime wooden chancels. Nowadays, the last sculptor carries on an art that runs the risk of being lost.
Magouliana is the upper residential village of Peloponnese, built at approximately 1365 meters in altitude, according to many habitants of the Balkans. On the amazing route to the village, one comes across the ruins of Manas Sanatorium, built before the war for the soldiers on the initiative of Elena Venizelou.
Kontovazena is a traditional dorp at the borders between Arcadia and Ilia. It is one of the few villages, which are run through by a river, with rich vegetation and platans that provide dew in the summer and lovely sights.
Kapsia is a village on the massifs of Mainalo and a passing for travelers. No one can imagine that by stopping here, one can discover a rare cave, an exceptional mansion, a hospitable wine cellar and taste a gorgeous cuisine.
This region is located in Tripoli's plain and it consists of small and large villages. It has been a significant town during the Ancient Times, the Roman and the Byzantine Empire. The archeological treasures of the Roman and the Byzantine Times sit there and wait to be found. The Folkloric Museum will transfer the visitor to a recent way of...
Chrysovitsi is a traditional dorp, which used to be a significant logging center. In 1939, a timber factory was built, which played an important role in the economy of Arcadia. Nowadays, the Forestal History Museum is hosted in this factory.
