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Apr 20, 2024
Kolokotronis Park

Kolokotronis Park

A monumental bronze statue of Theodoros Kolokotronis on horseback (hero in the greek Independence War) dominates the park. It was created in 1894. A similar statue is found in Athens in front of the Old Parliament building.

Harmony Rooms

Harmony Rooms

Harmony Rooms in Nafplio (or Nafplion, A'Napli, Nauplie, Nauplio Nafplia, Navplion) is a new hotel (finished in June 2011) in the Argolida county of the Peloponnese with all modern amenities, a touch of luxury and spectacular, panoramic views of the whole of Nafplio across the sea including the castles of Bourtzi in the harbour, Palamidi high up on the hill and Acronafplia.

Philellinon Square

Philellinon Square

An obelisk was erected in 1903 in the centre of the square in honor of the French Philhellenes (Maison, Fabvier and De Rigny) who fell during the Greek Independence war. Their names are found in the inscription on the base of the monument.

Bourtzi

Bourtzi

Built in 1473, it served as a fortress until 1865. It became the residence of the executioners who carried out the death sentences in Palamidi prison. In 1935 it was converted into a hotel. Today there are regular boat-trips to the island.