Prefecture of Corinth

The prefecture of Corinth joins Sterea Hellas ( Central Greece ) with Peloponnese. It is known for its many summer resorts that have sprung out on its north coast and for the various archaeological sites, that have remained from ancient years. The capital, Corinth, is 84 km from Athens.

Passing through the prefecture, it is obvious that this is a place with a history that goes back to the ancient years. Many archaeological sites show us the growth and the cultural development of ancient Corinth. Akrocorinth inside the ancient city, the most ancient castle in Peloponnese, Nemea with the temple of Zeus and ancient Sikion with the theater and the stadium are all very important pieces of the Greek history.

The prefecture of Corinth is also an ideal place for summer vacations since many are the wonderful beaches that have contributed to the development of tourism. Small villages and towns such as Vrahati, Derveni, Kiato and Xilokastro are attracting many tourists from all over the world, offering the wonderful climate and the clean waters of the area.

These cosmopolitan summer resorts also attract many people living in the neighbouring towns. Loutraki, famous for its hot healing springs, has for many years been a great solution to many people living Athens, who are looking for a weekend full of summer fun.

The prefecture of Corinth is known for many more amazing places, such as Isthmus, a narrow cutting in the land to allow the ships to pass and historic villages such as Dervenakia, who marked an important victory against the Turks.

If you are looking for a place where you can enjoy a wonderful summer or winter or you are interested in discovering a part of the Greek history, this is the place for you. With high mountains, small calm bays, green fragrant valleys and the ancient myths wandering above your heads «Corinthia» will become a part of your unforgettable memories.