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NAFPLIO
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL TOWN
IN GREECE
Nafplio is the capital of the regional
unit of Argolis and it is one of the most elegant
seaport towns in Greece. It is located 138 kilometres
southwest of Athens, on the Peloponnese peninsula
near the north end of the Argolic Gulf.
NAFPLIO
Food Greek Traditional Food like
pastitsio, mousaka, souvlaki, fresh vegetables, fish, seafood…
Local dish Aubergines
Flag of Nafplio Flag of Greece
Country
Greece
Administrative Region
Peloponnese
Regional Unit
Argolis
Size
33,62 km²
Population
14.203
Language
Greek
Transportation
Transportation to & from the city of Nafplio
Buses-K.T.E.L.,Train
Inner city transportation
Local buses
Private means of Transport Taxi, Cars,
Motorbikes, Bicycles
The region has been inhabited
since the ancient years and Paleolithic and
Neolithic items have been found there.
The History of Nafplio
Nafplio has a history full of myths, conquerors and revolutions.
According to Greek mythology,
the town was established by Poseidon’s son, Nauplius.
Archaeological Museum of Nafplio Archaeological findings
Nafplio was conquered by the Romans,
the Byzantines, the Franks,
the Venetians and the Turks until the
liberation of Greece in 1821.
The history of Nafplio is shown through
its castles and fortresses as well as the buildings
and the monuments that still exist today.
The Venetians settled in the city in 1377
and a few decades later they built Bourtzi.
When the Turks conquered Nafplio,
the city became a great commercial port.
Then it was again conquered by the Venetians and
the Palamidi and the Acronafplia
fortresses were built.
Nafplio was again conquered by the Turks until the revolution and
it became independent in 1822. Then it was declared
the capital of Greece from 1828 to 1834.
Kapodistrias was
Greece’s first governor
after its liberation until
his assassination
in Nafplio.
King Othon decided to declare Athens the capital of Greece in 1834.
However, Nafplio continued to develop to the present day.
Kapodistrias’ assassination, 9th October 1831
NAFPLIO SIGHTS
In Nafplio there are a lot of sights with the most famous one being Bourtzi. It is a small fortress that was built by the
Venetians in 1473 on a small islet within the port. In the 1960s it was a luxury hotel.
Nowadays, especially in the summer, many cultural events are held there.
Small boats take visitors there in 10 minutes.
Bourtzi
Another amazing sight of Nafplio is the Palamidi, with the awesome view. It is a Venetian fortress constructed in 1687.
It is situated on a hill 216 metres high and people can go there by car or ascent a stair of 999 steps.
After the revolution it was used as a prison in which Theodoros Kolokotronis was kept for 11 months.
Palamidi Fortress
Akronafplia Fortress
Acronafplia is another sight of Nafplio, a Venetian fortress also known as Itch-Kale which was built in 1711.
In antiquity it was the Acropolis of Nafplio. Some parts of the walls of Acronafplia are gigantic
and set the basis for further fortifications parts of which are saved to the present day.
Nafplio
with the great sights and beaches also has attractive narrow streets, elegant Venetian houses, neoclassical mansions and interesting museums.
It’s also full of cafes, boutiques and many comfortable hotels and guesthouses.
Plateia Syntagmatos Town Hall
Komboloi Museum Kolokotronis Park
CUSTOMS / FESTIVALS
In Nafplio there are various events. The most famous is the Nafplion Festival which is held every summer. Some of the most famous stars of the international classical music scene
have performed there and it has been considered the best summer festival.
Concerts, performances,
book, photography
and art exhibitions
are held in Nafplio.
Every two years the city celebrates
the Nautical Week. The events last
for fifteen days in June or July and
end with the Venetian night with awesome
firework display.
National Art Gallery Nafplion Annex
Book exhibition
Firework display Port of Nafplion
In Nafplio there is the famous
Carnival with carnival parades,
lively songs and dances.
Every year on 27th September
a memorial is held
in Kapodistrias’ memory,
in the holy church
of Saint Spyridon,
on the spot where
he was assassinated in 1831.
To sum up, Nafplio is a picturesque town in Peloponnese which was once
the capital of Greece. Due to its strategic position, it has the Palamidi fortress,
the smaller Akronafplia and Bourtzi. Its conquerors have deeply influenced
the architecture of the town, giving Nafplio a cosmopolitan atmosphere.
The archaeological treasures, the history, the beaches,
the tasty food, the great sights, the customs and traditions
characterize this wonderful city. Nafplio is a majestic town
that is perfect all year round.