Monemvasia: Live your romantic fairytale in the Gibraltar of the East

The romantic getaway in Monemvasia is a trip for any season. You are in a Byzantine castle town full of villas, spread out under the imposing rock, on a small island. Choose one of the romantic hotels or stay in an old mansion. Stroll through the cobbled streets, choose one of the picturesque bars and restaurants and ask to taste the local Malvasia wine. Then, reach the Panagia Chrysofitissa chapel for a breathtaking view or the upper town to see the Myrtoo Sea.

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If you seek a romantic destination that preserves the magic of medieval architecture, exudes the aura of nobility and makes you feel like living a romantic fairytale, then Monemvasia is your destination. In “Gibraltar of the East”, you won’t find a single corner out of place, in the idyllic setting composed by nature, the castle and its mansions.

The romantic getaway in Monemvasia is a trip for any season. You are in a Byzantine castle town full of villas, spread out under the imposing rock, on a small island. Choose one of the romantic hotels or stay in an old mansion. Stroll through the cobbled streets, choose one of the picturesque bars and restaurants and ask to taste the local Malvasia wine. Then, reach the Panagia Chrysofitissa chapel for a breathtaking view or the upper town to see the Myrtoo Sea.

One thing is for sure; when you return from this romantic getaway, you will have lots of sweet memories and many more photos.

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