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Patra | Agios (Saint) Andreas in Patra |
The prefecture of Achaia lies in Pelopennese, at its northern and western part. It took its name by the Achaians who first came there about the 11th c. BC.
Patra, the capital of the prefecture and 3rd biggest greek city, is the natural gate of the country to the west (Italy), a major transportation centre. Patra is famous for its carnival too, the best of Greece. |
| The "X" outside Agios Andreas church |
"X"? On this page you can learn about my favorite church, Agios Andreas (Andrew), the cathedral of Patra. Saint Andreas the apostle was martyred in the city, he is the patron saint of it. |
Two... faces Achaia seems to have two... faces: many coastal villages with shady trees and picturesque beaches -a treat for the eye- but the heart of it are its mountains, the amazing green of the hillsides... Forests, a ski center (Helmos), historical monasteries -Agia Lavra, Mega Spileo- and towns as Kalavrita, caves etc. consist a really western beauty... |
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iandsmith Fri Aug 11, 2006 22:50 UTC
Interesting overview with good pics to support. | lichinga Wed Apr 6, 2005 11:34 UTC
Nice page, lots of info. | Aggeliki Mon Jun 23, 2003 14:33 UTC
I think you should visit Kalentzi in Achaia Andrea! Nice photos as always, i like this page:))) | tini58de Fri Jun 20, 2003 12:53 UTC
Very interesting page, Andreas!! That bridge project sounds huge!! Not much time left... |
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