Nafplio was once the capital of Greece, way
back between 1823 and 1834, but the town’s history dates back much further.
Legend says it was built by the god Poseidon’s son Nafplios and the daughter of
Danaus, Anymone and soldiers from Nafplio were instrumental in the Trojan War.
It was an important town during Byzantine times and the influence of Venetian
and Turkish invaders can be seen throughout its architecture. Today Nafplio is popular as a holiday destination for Greeks and
visitors from abroad. It’ll impress history buffs who come to discover the
historic fortress and anyone looking for a romantic getaway in gorgeous
surroundings. Nafplio is sometimes known as the jewel in the crown of the
Peloponnese, a landmass south of Athens that sits right on the water.
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| Nafplio Tilt Shift Photo Credit: Mendhak Flickr |
Start your visit to Nafplio holiday
with a lazy walk around the Old Town. The twisting cobbled streets and
colourful houses are more typical of an Italian city than traditional Greece;
there are neoclassical mansions draped by Bougainvillea trees, small iron
balconies with sunset views and Turkish fountains.
