Perachora and the beaches in the area

The entire peninsula north of the Isthmus of Corinth is called Perachora, meaning “place beyond the sea”. There are plenty of beaches within easy reach, including Mikri and Megali Mylokopi, Skalosia, Sterna, Stravo. Mylokopi

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The entire peninsula north of the Isthmus of Corinth is called Perachora, meaning “place beyond the sea”. Whether you want to take in some of the area’s history, go diving or swimming, or maybe just hang out at the beach, Perachora has a lot to offer. In fact, it is protected by Greek legislation, both as a place of exceptional natural beauty and because of its historical sites.

The main archaeological site is the Heraion of Perachora which is in Cape Melagavi, right at the tip of the Perachora peninsula. It is surrounded by the glorious Greek blue  sea, and there is even a small beach where you can have a swim if you want to cool off.. 

There are also plenty of other beaches within easy reach, including Mikri and Megali Mylokopi, Skalosia, Sterna, Stravo. Mylokopi is worth a special mention as the wonderful changing colours of the seabed mean it’s the best beach in Corinthia for scuba diving. Cape Schinos also has a pebbly beach with clear water and is believed to have been the site of the ancient city Oenoe. The Church of the Metamorfosi in the nearby village of Schinos dates from the 11th century. 

Perachora village is 10 km north of Vouliagmeni Lagoon. It’s main claim to fame is as the site where the local Greeks routed the Ottoman General Dramali’s army in 1822, a decisive victory for the Greeks in their battle for independence from the Turks. 

You can also visit a cemetery from the Late Helladic period at Skaloma (2 km South East of Vouliagmeni lagoon).

Location

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