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Monemvasia Excursions: Things to do and to see in Monemvasia, Peloponnese

 
Monemvasia looks like it has jumped out from the Medieval Era. The Old Town and the Castle of Monemvasia have been built literally on the slopes of a huge rock that stands into the sea. The Venetians used to call Monemvasia "The Gibraltar of the East".

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Monemvasia offers a wide variety of activities and sites of interest. Have a look below at the things you can do and see while being on this magnificent place!

Below you will find all the Monemvasia highlights, fun things to do, the most famous spots and activities on the island, as well as all the information you need when planning a visit to the villages, the beaches and the museums of Monemvasia.

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:: Palia Monemvasia

Location:
320 km to the south of Athens
Description: The Old Town of Monemvasia is built on the slopes of a huge rock into the sea. It distinguishes for its stone houses, paved streets and the Medieval Castle on top of the rock.
Palia Monemvasia
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:: The church of Christos Elkomenos

Location:In Kato Poli neighbourhood of Palia Monemvasia
Description: This church was founded in the 13th century by Emperor Andronicus. It is dedicated to "Jesus in pain" and celebrates on Holy Thursday.
The church of Christos Elkomenos
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:: Muslim Mosque

Location: In Kato Poli neighbourhood of Palia Monemvasia
Description: This building was built in the 16th century byb the Turks. At first, it was a mosque, then a public building, a prison, a coffee shop and today it hosts the Archaeological Collection.
The Muslim Mosque in Monemvasia
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:: The church of Agia Sofia

Location:
In Ano Poli of Palia Monemvasia
Description: Agia Sofia was built in the 13th century by emperor Andronicus. It is found in a secluded location and has incredible views to the sea.
The church of Agia Sofia
>> Info & Pictures of: The church of Agia Sofia  
:: The house of Giannis Ritsos

Location:
In Palia Monemvasia
Description: Giannis Ritsos, one of the greatest modern Greek poets, was born and grew up in Movemvasia. His house has been restored today.
The house of Giannis Ritsos
>> Info & Pictures of: The house of Giannis Ritsos  
:: The Byzantine site of Mystras

Location:
About one hour drive from Monemvasia
Description: Mystras was a strong Byzantine town that is mostly famous today for its many churches and its Castle. It has been declated as a World Heritage Monument by UNESCO and can be a great daily or two day excursion from Monemvasia.
The site of Mystras
>> Info & Pictures of: Mystras  
:: The town of Gythio

Location:
About one and a half hour drive from Monemvasia
Description: Gythio is a seaside town to the east of Monemvasia. It is the capital of Mani, a barren area, and famous for its impressive, stone towers and the islet of Kranae, right in front of its harbour.
Gythio town
>> Info & Pictures of: Gythio  
:: Elafonissos island

Description: Elafonissos is a small island very close to the southern coast of Peloponnese. It can be reached if you drive one hour from Monemvasia to Neapoli and then take the ferry that takes you to Elafonissos in 30 minutes. It can be a great daily or two day excursion.
The island of Elafonissos
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:: The beaches of Monemvasia

Location:
All around Monemvasia
Description: There are many beaches around Monemvasia, although the area is mostly known for its Medieval Town, not the beach resorts. The most popular beaches are Pori and Pera Kakavos.
>> Info & Pictures of: The beaches of Monemvasia  
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