Colors of Spetses Island - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

Spetses have been attracting aristocrats from all over the world for many centuries. It is a perfect small and quiet land for holidays. You can visit Palio Limani and admire the 19th-century …
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In ancient times the island was called Pityoussa which means «covered with the pine trees». There are still many wonderful pines, but the island is called Spetses which means «fragrant …
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All the beaches of Spetses without exception deserve attention of tourists; it’s believed that the most picturesque coastal areas are located in the southwestern part of the island. …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Spetses Island and surroundings
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Survived castles around Spetses Island
♥ Castle 'Palamidi' Nafplion, 44.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Acronauplia' Nafplion, 45.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bourtzi' Nafplio, 46.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Tiryns Castle' Acropolis of Tiryns, 48.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Markellos Tower' Aegina, 58.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Monemvasia Fortress' Monemvasia, 64.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Acrocorinth' Corinth, 73.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Palamidi' Nafplion, 44.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Acronauplia' Nafplion, 45.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Bourtzi' Nafplio, 46.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Tiryns Castle' Acropolis of Tiryns, 48.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Markellos Tower' Aegina, 58.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Monemvasia Fortress' Monemvasia, 64.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Acrocorinth' Corinth, 73.7 km from the center. On the map


Unique landmarks in Spetses Island and around
Treasury of Atreus
From the series “The Oldest Surviving Monuments on Earth”
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Distance from Spetses Island center - 62 km.
The treasure house of the Atreus, located in Mykene, was built not later than 1250 BC. For the first time, this building was only explored in the second half of the 19th century. Among the other tholos, which are presented on the territory of the Mediterranean, the ancient crypt is distinguished by its impressive size. The scientists have estimated that the original length of the entrance into the crypt camera was 36 meters. …
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Waterfront of Nafplion
From the series “The Most Beautiful Waterfronts and Embankments”
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Distance from Spetses Island center - 45.9 km.
Greece small Nafplion town has an incredibly beautiful and outstanding embankment. It will steal your heart from the first sight. The atmosphere of this place is very romantic. The main decoration of the embankment are the old houses, built in Venetian style. From the embankment opens the great panorama view on the gulf. Also, you can see the Bourtzi Fortress. It has located on the island. This fortress is very outstanding and has the important place in the history of the town. …
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Expo 2020 in Dubai Was Visited by More Than 7 Million Visitors
If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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31.03.2023
If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.

31.03.2023
Colors of Spetses Island in photos
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