8Monemvasia, Greece
Monemvasia is one of the most unique towns in Greece — a medieval settlement hidden behind stone walls on a rocky island connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway.
Once inside, you’ll find yourself in a world of cobbled paths, Byzantine churches, and stone houses that look much as they did centuries ago. There are no modern buildings in sight, and cars are left outside the gates, preserving the town’s peaceful atmosphere.
With sea views in every direction and golden light reflecting off the stone walls at sunset, Monemvasia feels like a place where time has quietly paused.
