Nafplio - Points of interest on map (POIs)
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Discovering Nafplio
Syntagma Square
The most important square in the city with many historic buildings to visit, such as the Archaeological Museum, Vouleftiko and Trianon.
The Customs
It was built in the mid-19th century by architect Stamatios Kleanthis. It is simple, rectangular, with symmetrical entrances and windows according to the neo-classical style.
The ''Megalos Dromos'' (Great Road)
It was the most important road in the city in the 19th century. Along its sides there are still preserved houses from that period.
Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation
Founded in 1974, it received the European Museum of the Year Award in 1981. Its collection includes costumes, uniforms, jewelry and pottery. In the museum shop one can find exhibit copies, books, cds, posters, cards and other gifts.
The Armansperg House
It dates from the 2nd Venetian Occupation (1687-1715) and was rebuilt in 1831 with the addition of the second floor. One of the largest houses in town with impressive interior decorations, it was the residence of Count Von Armansperg.
The Arvanitia walk
It is the locals' favorite walk along the steep cliffs of Acronafplia and the impressive walls of Palamidi. It ends at Arvanitia Square overlooking an organized beach.
Sagredo Gate
It dates from 1713 and allowed easy access from the Acronafplia castle to the town.
Public Library “Palamedes”
It was founded in 1951 and holds 70,000 volumes, the oldest dating from 1504. A lending library and a reading room are available.
The Land Gate
It was built in 1707 and was the only entrance to the town by land, always closing at sundown. There used to be a moat in front of it. The gate was demolished in 1897 and was recently reconstructed according to a study of its original form.