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Nafplion
Nafplion is a favourite holiday destination for hot and bothered
Athenians, and no wonder because it is not only a lovely city, but
exudes a cool and relaxed atmosphere soothing to busy locals and
foreign tourists alike. Nafplion was capital of the Greek state
from 1828 to 1834 after the war of independence, although its
history is modern compared to the rest of Greece, and particularly
the Peloponnese.
Nafplion is a popular holiday spot for its charm alone; it gets
by without any classical ruins, and the town is home to picturesque
streets overhung with wooden balconies cascading with bright
flowers. Some lively outdoor cafés and fascinating churches and
mosques add to the atmosphere. There are several art galleries and
interesting museums dedicated to archeaology, folklore,
Komboloi(worry beads), and even
Ouzo. Energetic holiday visitors and cruise ship
passengers can climb the 857 steps to the Venetian Fortress of
Palamidi that overlooks Nafplion, but most prefer to just enjoy the
tavernas on the waterfront, the open-air cinemas and the beaches,
while using the town as a refreshing and comfortable base from
which to explore the archaeological sites of the Peloponnese.
Nafplion is also popular as a port of call for cruises in the Greek
islands.
Information & Facts
Language
Greek is the national language, but English is widely
spoken.
Money
The Euro (EUR) is the official currency, divided into 100 cents.
Banks and bureaux de change are widely available and travellers
cheques and major credit cards are widely accepted. ATMs are
widespread and are generally the cheapest and most convenient
method of obtaining euros.