5Monemvasia, Peloponnese

Monemvasia, often referred to as the “Gibraltar of the East”, is a medieval fortress town that feels frozen in time.  

Carved into a rock on the southeastern coast of the Peloponnese, this hidden gem features Byzantine churches, Venetian mansions, and stone-paved alleys. Walk through the castle town’s labyrinthine streets, visit the Church of Christ in Chains, and take in stunning sea views from the ancient walls.

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