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SEE KATAKOLO TOWN.
NEARBY KATAKOLO
SEE PYRGOS.

See Katakolo and Pyrgos. The protected bay has been welcoming sea goers since ancient times. Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and others have made the Elis Region in the northwest corner of the Peloponnese their home.

Fortunately, most of them will be off on tour buses upon arrival. Then you can see Katakolo.
Cruise ships overwhelm the small port of Katakolo.

Today, the majority of visitors by land are Greeks. They are looking to get away from the larger cities of the Peloponnese and the Greek mainland.

By water, the majority are non-Greeks, racing from their cruise ship to get a glimpse of nearby Olympia. By 6:00 PM, they leave with no knowledge of this charming area.

The pace is slower here, once the ships leave. Sip some local wine, watch a Greek sunset, and savor some local seafood.

Come, let’s See Katakolo, Pyrgos, and all their wonders.

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See Katakolo

The port town has a fascinating museum which you would not expect. There are nearby beach tavernas. For me, it comes alive an hour before sunset.

There are restaurants along the waterfront where you can see Katakolo walk by. There are shops on the main street, and homes on the back street.
The town is three blocks deep and only a few blocks long.

 

Stop for a coffee, some meze or a Greek meal.
The waterfront has numerous tavernas for eating, drinking, and people watching.

 

This is not a white sand beach, but its nice to have a meal next to or watch a sunset.
The beach at Agios Andreas (St Andrews).

 

From Ag Andreas, the sunsets are almost non-obstructed. After one, you will see Katakolo is a great stress reliever.
Ilia (Elis) region sunset

A day out exploring. Returning around 5:00 PM when the mobs are walking back to their soon departing cruise ships.

A local wine, a local sunset, and then fresh seafood or local pork for dinner. Heaven.

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See Nearby Katakolo

Less than an hour’s drive from Katakolon are many exciting areas with castles, museums, ancient sites, or monasteries.

A Byzantine stronghold and a summer home to an Emperor
Chlemoutsi castle

 

The loutra area has modern spa and bath resorts. Also ruins from the early 1900 baths.
Loutra Kyllinis baths

 

During peak season, some resorts do not allow outside guests to use their facilities. Another reason to see Katakolo in the fall and spring.
Skafidia beach has a full-service area and a more deserted end. Something for everyone.

You can see the Elis area, including Katakolo, offers many different things to explore. Some are seaside, while others are on top of a mountain. See them all.

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See Pyrgos.

The capital of the Elis region has many things to see, including an interesting museum.

What is a Greek town without several churches? This one, like many, dates from after WWII.
Agia Kyriaki at Pyrgos.

 

The church has some lovely marble inlay. Views over the town are available from one side of the square outside.
Agios Nicholas church is on the main square.

 

There is some pre WWII architecture still around. There is also architecture from award-winning architects. See Katakolo, but save time for pyrgos.
Old houses in Pyrgos. For people who like pictures of old doors and windows, this town has many.

See Katakolo and Pyrgos Summary

The Elis region has many hidden gems to discover. Explore a Byzantine castle or wander the remains of a large Greek city. Or relax. There are beach chairs and cold drinks waiting for you. Get off the American tourist radar for a few days. Discover why so many Greeks come to revitalize.

And yes, it is near Olympia as well.

Come see Katakolo.

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