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Eastern Mediterranean & the Black Sea
Limassol, Cyprus
Set on Akrotiri Bay, Limassol is the islands biggest seaside town with plenty to offer its visitors. Whether youve come here in search of age-old sights or bubbling bars, the towns a mixed bag of delights that never fails to impress.
Nauplion, Greece
Nauplion sweeps down a hillside to a harbour gazing out on the Argolic Gulf. Its narrow streets are packed with mansions, mosques and whitewashed houses. Don your explorers hat and dive right in.
" Experience the old and new faces of Limassol. Stand in the shadow of the
Medieval castle, then head for the modern Yermasoyia quarter and sample a few of the bars and restaurants. " Come over all romantic at Petra tou Romiou, the spot where Aphrodite, goddess of love, is said to have risen from the sea on a gigantic shell. " Head for Curium, a major archaeological site that was one of the old kingdoms of Cyprus. Sights to capture on film include a Greek temple and an impressive cliff-top theatre.
" Dont miss the crumbling Palamidi Castle. Built by the Phoenicians, its the
towns most famous landmark. Youll need to climb 999 steps to reach it, but the breathtaking views and hidden passages make it well worth the effort. " Dont miss the ancient ruins of Corinth. Sights include the Temple of Apollo, a large forum, a basilica and the Temple of Aphrodite. " Mycenae, too, is well worth a trip. It was, after all, once the most powerful kingdom in Greece. Pass through the Lion Gate and see the ruins of Agamemnons Palace with its Great Court and Throne Room.
Messina, Sicily See page 44 for details Mykonos Town, Mykonos
The hippest island in Greece, Mykonos is loved by everyone, from millionaires to backpackers. Yet somehow its managed to stay delightfully unspoilt...
Nessebar, Bulgaria
Cluttered with monuments from Medieval Bulgaria, Nessebar is one of the oldest towns in Europe. Whats more, it boasts some of the finest beaches on the Black Sea coast so kick back, relax and enjoy the sun.
" Admire the beautiful Renaissance architecture as you stroll through old " Wander through the labyrinth-like lanes of Mykonos Town, crammed with
tiny churches, shrines, shops and cafés. Pause for a photo opportunity at the striking white Paraportiani Church. " Take a stroll along the seafront known as Little Venice. Dont forget to keep an eye out for places that appeared in Shirley Valentine. Nessebars crooked streets, browsing stalls piled high with crafts.
" Explore the towns many churches, from the 5th-century basilica right on
the seafront to the impressive Old Bishops Residence at the heart of town. Its easy to see why UNESCO declared this treasure trove a World Heritage Site.
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