The settlement dating to 5000 B.C that was discovered in the Korakos region is testament to Korinthos’ habitation since the Neolithic Age. In antiquity Korinthos was one of the largest and most important cities in Greece. It played a significant part during the Peloponnesian War and after 200 B.C it became the capital of the Achaean Confederation. Under Julius Caesar it was elevated to the capital of the Achaia province. During the middle Ages it was associated with its impressive fortifications at Akrokorinthos (Acrocorinth). A powerful earthquake destroyed the city in 1858, which was rebuilt with good earthquake resistant specifications on a good town plan, 9 km to the north of the ancient city. The charming town of Palaia Korinthos is situated on the site of Ancient Korinthos. Korinthos is 84 km to the west of Athens.
The archaeological site of Ancient Korinthos is 9 km north-west of the modern city. You can see the ruins at Pirini fountain, the courtyard of Apollo, the foundations of a significant Roman basilica, the temple of the goddess Tyche (Fortune) or Apollo Klarios, the stores in the agora, the temple of Apollo, the ruins of the theatre and the Lerna fountain. The town of Acrocorinth, at whose foot the ancient city was built, dates to circa 4000 B.C. The Archaeological Museum operates at the archaeological site (built in 1931-32) with an exhibition collection dating from the Prehistoric Period through to the Roman and Byzantine Period. It is worth seeing the large Mycenaean crater (vessel) (circa 1200 B.C.), the Corinthian amphora and stopper (600 B.C.) etc
Ancient Corinth – Half Day
Take the scenic coastal road leaving Athens and reach the 6 km long Corinth Canal that separates Peloponnese from the rest of Greece.
Our professional driver will collect you from your hotel /accommodation early in the morning (around 07:30-09:00). Travel with luxury and safety, our vehicles equipped with air-conditioning, air-bags, baby seat (on request), window films, phone/tablet chargers, wi-fi, and free mineral water.
As we approach the Corinth Canal (aprox 6km long) that links the Ionian to the Aegean Sea, we will first stop on the old bridge and admire the vertical sides of the Isthmus, this pioneering landscaping masterpiece opened between 1882-1893.
After a short drive, we reach the site of Ancient Corinth. Due to its location, it was a very vibrant trading city known as “wealthy”, luxury Corinth. It played a dominant role in the Persian Wars, and was of significant importance in the development of ancient Greek sculpture.
Our tour ends, and we drive back to Athens and your hotel.
Duration: Approximately 5-6 hours.
Please note that Athens Taxi Coast Drivers are not licensed tour guides and therefore cannot escort you inside the monuments, as it is forbidden by the Greek law.
INCLUDED:
• English speaking driver by Taxi,
• Gas,
• Tolls.
NOT INCLUDED:
• Professional Licensed Tourist Guide,
• Entrance fees,
• Lunch/Dinner,
• Drinks.