Nafplio was the first capital of independent Greece. It is noted for its medieval Palimadi fortress built when the area was ruled by Venice. It is also an interesting city to consider as a base camp for the sites within day trip distance such as Mycenae and Epidaurus, among others.

The picture above is taken from the Palamidi Fortress and looks northwest showing the Akronafplia Fortress (on the hill, just beyond the road), the harbor island called the Bourtzi, and a portion of the city itself. The large white block building in the foreground is the hotel Xenia.

Palamidi Fortress

The city / practicalities

In the area

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