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Connoisseur’s Guide to Laconia – Mainland Greece’s Undiscovered Treasure

Written by Aksel Ritenis

With such a diverse island offering, it’s not very often tourists spend a large amount of time on mainland Greece, but this southern regional gem is well worth an extended visit. With scenic rolling hills, olive groves, world-famous oranges and boasting the cleanest beaches in all of Greece, the small villages around Laconia provide a tranquil and relaxed holiday setting; a far cry from the historic images drawn up by it’s war loving capital, Sparta. This is the undiscovered Greece that the children of the 60’s and 70’s celebrated so much and the good news is, Greece’s untouched authentic beauty still exists here.

Laconia is situated in the south-eastern part of the Peloponnese peninsula, the coastal surrounds of this farming area and their towns are spectacular. For those with time and an appreciation for local cuisine, a tour of this region or car hire is a perfect August adventure for those wanting to avoid the high season European crowds while discovering ancient history, people, architecture, natural beauty, local wines, olive oil production and of course, pristine quiet coastal beaches.

A highlight being southernmost Monemvasia and its brilliantly in tact Medieval fortress, linked to the mainland by a short causeway 200m in length. Its area consists mostly of a large plateau some 100 metres above sea level. The town walls and many Byzantine churches remain from the mediaeval period, yet this site is much of a secret from tourists who opt for locations such as Rhodes, Nafplio or even Dubrovnik in Croatia. Yet this area has been a buzzing town with locals and those few tourists familiar with the region for years.

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Aksel Ritenis

Axel is the Editor and Publisher of Connoisseur Magazine "for the Finer Things in Life" and has been the custodian of the magazine for over 10 years and leader of a team of freelance Journalists and Community Members who continue to make it all happen!-Join the Team at Connoisseur Magazine!

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