"Paul2001's Greece Page" Greece by Paul2001

Greece Travel Guide: 34,379 reviews and 74,337 photos

When I researched my trip to Greece I decided that there was too much for someone with my interests to see on just one trip. For such a small country there is a heck of alot to see and things to do. The Islands seem to be quiet beautiful but instead I thought I would give a tour of the Mainland a whirl inspite of one of my friends telling me not to bother. I do not regret my decision. All I do regret is that I did not have more time (23 days). I did make it to Zykinthos, one of the Ionian Islands, so that is an option if you are particularily interested in seeing what the Mainland has to offer and to get some beachtime in too.
I found the Greek Mainland to be both fascinating and at time strikingly beautiful. The mountain scenery can be stunning. Only now have the locals realized what they have got here in hiking possibilities. Best of all by sticking to the Mainland you will be able to visit Greece's great archeological sites and fascinating old towns.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Great food. Perfect Weather. Wonderful sights.
Cons:Miserable bus drivers. Poor bus connections.
In a nutshell:So Much To See That You Will Have To Come Again

Last visit to Greece: Sep 1997
Intro Updated Apr 30, 2006
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The Bourtzi in Nafplio's Harbour Off The Beaten Path (7)

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The Archeological Museum in Nafplio Off The Beaten Path (7)

On of the more pleasants surprises I had while touring Greece was my visit to the Archeological Museum in Nafplio. The... more travel advice

Tiryns (Tírynthos) - Hercules' Hometown! Off The Beaten Path (7)

This small but relatively important ancient ruin does not receive many visitors, especially when compared to nearby... more travel advice

The Agia Sofia Church in the Kastos in... Off The Beaten Path (7)

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Comments (46)

traveldave Jan 4, 2008 at 8:10 AM Report Abuse

I found Greece to be one of the most beautiful and interesting countries I visited in Europe. I was there for only a few days and therefore didn't get to see all the sights you saw.
icunme Apr 29, 2006 at 2:52 PM Report Abuse

Back again to tour your Greece pages - more great photos/tips. Ciao, Carol
Bwana_Brown Mar 10, 2006 at 4:45 PM Report Abuse

Amazing experiences in Greece! With such history, it seems you were correct to focus on mainland places like Acrocorinth. Also, great tips on transport woes and also having to put up with Laganas Beach! Now I'm thinking about Mayan vs. Greek timelines!
JLBG Aug 19, 2005 at 9:10 PM Report Abuse

Yes, Delphi is crowded. If you are on your own, you can avoid most of the crowd if you arrive at the opening of the site (8?) as most busses don't show before 10. Greece requires several travels, better on your own, to get some taste of the country.
maple_air Aug 6, 2005 at 3:20 PM Report Abuse

A page like yours bout mainland Greece always reminds me why it has always been my first love,amongst the places i wanted to visit. Love that picture of Ayia Sofia in Monemvasia.Keep it up! ;-)
madamx May 14, 2005 at 7:05 AM Report Abuse

Hi Paul, wonderful, comprehensive page on Greece! I went to Greece approx 1996; loved Naplio and Delphi. Thanks for the memories :o)
freya_heaven Aug 19, 2004 at 2:01 PM Report Abuse

Another Corinth Canal fan! Monemvasia looks wonderful, I loved Epiduras, Thought it was a very peaceful place. Wonderful photos & info Paul (~_~)
iandsmith Jul 9, 2004 at 12:10 PM Report Abuse

Great quality pages..........then again, we wouldn't expect anything less!
athenian80 Jun 5, 2004 at 3:21 PM Report Abuse

You're absolutely right about the mainland. It is generally unknown to foreigners. The bus system has been up-graded since '97.
Bonobo2005 Jun 4, 2004 at 1:35 PM Report Abuse

Great intro to the mainland and it's stunning ancient sites; I only knew Greece for the Islands. Superb photography too!