On the mountainous northeast tip of Lakonia among fir, chestnut and pine trees lies the picturesque village of Agoriani, graced with several old and new churches, a handful of mansions and a historic olive mill. Cool fountains and stone-built houses make this remote village an attractive eco-destination away from mass tourism.
In contrast, on the complete other side of Lakonia there are also eco wonders to discover: down at the southern tip of the municipality in and around Neapolis (Municipality of Voies), there are the ruins of Ancient Voies, the cave of Agios Andreas, the fossilized palm forest in Agios Nikolaos, Stroggyli Lake natural reserve near Agios Georgios, and the Medieval Castle in Agia Paraskevi.
Turning to the eastern coast of Lakonia, almost like Gibraltar in is separation from the mainland, Monemvasia represents a unique fortress and walled community which is still bustling with inhabitants up to today. The community is guarded by a formidable gate made of fig-tree wood (which resists invaders and doesn't burn easily), reinforced as well with metal. There are no cars allowed inside the fortress, making it as eco-friendly as ever. Arts and literature play an important role in this ancient fortress turned cultural centre, starting with the renowned Greek poet Yiannis Ritsos who hailed from Monemvasia. The lower part of 'town' by the sea features alleyways filled with artwork, including the studio of Manolis Grigoreas
Turning to the eastern coast of Lakonia, almost like Gibraltar in is separation from the mainland, Monemvasia represents a unique fortress and walled community which is still bustling with inhabitants up to today. The community is guarded by a formidable gate made of fig-tree wood (which resists invaders and doesn't burn easily), reinforced as well with metal. There are no cars allowed inside the fortress, making it as eco-friendly as ever. Arts and literature play an important role in this ancient fortress turned cultural centre, starting with the renowned Greek poet Yiannis Ritsos who hailed from Monemvasia. The lower part of 'town' by the sea features alleyways filled with artwork, including the studio of Manolis Grigoreas
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