Attractions

Approximately 15 km after Ancient Epidaurus, at the end a dirt road about 10 km from the village Pelei, you can reach the Monastery of St. Dimitrius Myrrh, also known as Abbey Avgou, which belongs to the Byzantine antiquities of ...

The Acropolis of Vassas: A settlement (2000-1000BC) was found at the height of Vassas, which was maintained through the Mycenaean years due to its natural fortification. Graves with abundant offerings were also found. But today, visiting this settlement is a ...

The Ancient Theater of Epidaurus is considered the greatest ancient Greek theater in terms of acoustics and aesthetics. Its capacity is 13,000 spectators and is located in the area of Epidaurus Asklepios, just 14 km from the village Lygourio. The ...

The Ancient Theatre of Asklepieio in Epidaurus: Due to its great acoustics, architectural perfection, and unrivalled harmony with the natural environment, it has been characterized the greatest and biggest stone resonator of the world, seating up to 14.000 people. The ...

Archaeological Museum of Asklepieio of Epidaurus: Situated in the archaeological site of Asklepieio, it was constructed in the early 20th century to shelter the restored monuments of the Asklepieio and the findings of the excavations in the area. A great ...

The Asklepieio of Epidaurus: There were two sanctuaries under the same name, where two healer gods were worshiped at the same time: Apollo Maleatas in the oldest one (on Kynortion Mountain) and Asklepios in the most recent one in the ...

The canyon of Vothilas: It is one of the most beautiful canyons in Argolida. This green paradise between steep rocky blocks is part of the natural beauty of the area.

The Castle of Nea Epidaurus: A hamlet which was restored during the Byzantine period. Walking through the narrow alleys and courtyards of the houses, you will reach the Byzantine Castle of New Epidaurus. In 1205, it fell into the hands ...

The chapel of Agios Ioannis Theologos: It stands next to the remains of the ruins of the castle. It is a Church of Byzantine art, which was built in 1710 AD, with relatively well-preserved frescoes. It is characterized for its ...

The Church of Agia Marina: Taking the road from Ligourio to Epidauros we find this Byzantine church, of the four-column, cruciform type, with dome.

The church of Evangelistria: The relics of Saint Martyr ‘Leonidis’, the local patron, are piously kept there as well as his retinue, consisting of seven women symbolizing struggle and sacrifice in the name of God and Christianity. St. Leonidis is ...

The Church of Saint John the Merciful: Taking the main road to the Ancient Theatre, we find this Byzantine temple. It’s the oldest in the area, a specimen of exquisite technique, of the two-column, cross-in-square type, with octagonal dome. The ...

The Church of Saint John the Theologian: A temple of Byzantine art, of the two-column, cross-in-square type, with dome.

Ligourio’s inhabitants are deeply religious, as indicated by the marvelous churches found in the area.
The Church of the Assumption of Mary (Panagitsa): In the central square of the old village a visitor may find this Post-Byzantine temple, a significant edifice ...

The Kazarma bridge: It dominates the area of Arkadiko. A monumental construction, typical of the Mycenaean era, it was built with large rough limestones, in the characteristic Mycenaean (cyclopean) way, with no binding material. This megalithic bridge stands on top ...