Cosmopolitan summer destinations, a “breath” from Athens, “border” with myth, history and culture. From the romantic and historic Nafplio, the beloved Tolo to the theatrical Epidaurus and from there to the enchanting and erotic Porto Heli and Hermione. Tour Argolida from end to end to discover natural beauties, archaeological and historical monuments, wrapped in the feats of Hercules, the Homeric Epics and the glorious history of the Revolution. Tour Mycenae, the place where Agamemnon reigned, Argos, one of the most ancient cities of Greece, and Myloi, the mythical Lerni, where Hercules killed the Hydra and General Makrygiannis “defeated” Ibrahim’s troops. A must-see destination is Nafplio, the first capital of Greece, with the spectacular view from the Castle of Palamidi and Acronafplia, the island of Bourtzios and the church of Agios Spyridon. Visit the impressive church of Zoodochos Pigi, built in the prehistoric caves of Kefalari, with running waters flowing next to it.

Songs and dances from the folk music tradition with the sounds of the clarinet are revived in Limni and other villages of Argolida.

The smell of oranges – “the golden apples of the Hesperides”, brought by Hercules to this blessed place – is everywhere.

Enjoy the bogana, with milk lamb as well as fresh fish, pies and gongs, handmade pasta. Famous is the gournopoula in the village of Fikhtia, the dish of “bravery” as it is called. Accompany with wine from rare Kranidiotiko varieties and finish with the full of sweetness argeitiko melons.

The deep blue waters of the Argolikos with the island of Spetses in the background, await you for countless refreshing dives. For tranquility, relaxation and water sports, visit the lagoon of Ververonda, near Porto Heli. An ideal choice for nature lovers, the Thermisia lagoon, filled with the vivid colours of the landscape and sounds of rare migratory birds. On summer evenings, Epidaurus “steals” the show.

INFO Argolida is considered the place where medicine began, since this is where the god Asclepius was born and his fame spread throughout Greece. In Epidaurus is the Sanctuary with its healing waters and the magnificent landscape.