After we have crossed the Isthmus, we encounter Corinth,
a commercial centre and transport hub. In the archaeological
site of Ancient Corinth we find the ruins of the brilliant
ancient city. Roads extend among the vast olive groves,
grain fields, and resorts. From Kiato to ancient Sikyona
and from here to Stimfalia. Then, on to Xilokastro an
interestng vacation spot. Diakofto is the starting point
for unforgettable excursions to historic Kalavrita,
Megao Spilaio (big cave), and the monastery af Agia
Lavra. Magical journeys through the Vouraikos gorge,
between tall, verdant mountains with the railroad. Truly
ancient Egio has a special attraction; the monastery
of Panagia Tripiti, which is built into the living rock.
Pretty pebbled beaches can be found nearby.
Patras, on the west coast, is Greece's window to the
Ionian islands and Italy. Its attractive squares, neoclassical
buildings, and the ruins of a castle on top of a hill,
add charm to this working harbour-city, which is the
fourth largest in Greece. Enchanting shores drowning
in eucalyptus and acorn bushes, indigo waters and a
vast sandy beach at Kilini, known since antiquity for
its spas.
