Pylos (historically Navarino) is a compact seaside town on the southwest coast of the Peloponnese, wrapped around the southern end of Navarino Bay. Amphitheatrically built on the hillside, it looks out over one of the largest natural harbors in Greece, shielded by the long island of Sphacteria. With around 2,500 residents, a French-designed street plan, and a central square … [Read more...]
Galaxidi, Greece: Maritime History & Practical Travel Guide
Galaxidi is a small seaside town on the northern shore of the Corinthian Gulf, opposite the Peloponnese and not far from Delphi. Once one of Greece’s major sailing and shipbuilding centers, today it’s a quiet, protected settlement with captains’ mansions, twin harbors, and pine-covered headlands. You get a mix of maritime history, genuine local life, and easy access to both sea … [Read more...]
