The delightful town of Zacharo, the largest in the county of Ilia, is a unique region in the Peloponnese. The stunning coast, the rich vegetation, the tranquil Lake Kaiafas and the natural spas, and the glorious landscape all combine perfectly to form a setting that brings peace, inspiration and admiration to both the eyes and the heart. Located 260km from the capital city of Athens via Tripoli and 320km via Patra, Zacharo is the perfect holiday destination for your travels to the Peloponnese. Popular with visitors from both Greece and the rest of the world, Zacharo should be your first choice destination in the Peloponnese.
Zacharo is the perfect place in the Peloponnese from which to venture out, and explore some of the famous sights in the area. The town is just 24km from Ancient Olympia - the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Olympia is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece, and is one that is visited by tens of thousands of visitors each year, who have come to see for themselves the site and ruins of where the Olympic Games first began, and where the Olympic ideals were born. The site itself is one of immense interest, and visitors can explore the ancient temples and ruins, as well as pay a visit to the museum where one can see a wonderful selection of exhibits and findings from the site. Also close to Zacharo is the "Temple of Epicurean Apollon", which is approximately 45km away. This stunning temple is one of the best preserved ancient temples found anywhere in Greece. The temple was built in 420 BC by the famous architect Iktinos, who also built the Parthenon on the Acropolis in Athens. Today, the temple is housed in a large tent-like structure, protecting it from the elements of nature. This however, does not detract in anyway the beauty and impressivness of the temple, which is one the all visitors to the Peloponnese should visit. One of the other popular destinations in Ilia and Zacharo is the "Kaiafas Lake" region. Located approximately 5km from Zacharo, the region of Kaiafas is one of extreme natural beauty and tranquility. The large pine forest offers scenery that charms the heart, and the magical lake is one of the most picturesque sites in the area. The natural spas here at the "Kaiafas Lake" are visited by large numbers of people all year round, who come to bathe in the spas which are filled with natural healing elements. The hydrotherapy centre here is very popular, and provides well orgarnised facilities. The Kaiafas Lake region itself is also a very beautiful place to take a stroll, or to simply relax amongst the trees and nature. The lake is also used as the training ground for the Greek water skiing team. One other area close to Zacharo that is full of gorgeous nature is the famous Neda Gorge. The Neda river that forms the gorge passes through stunning valleys, filled with trees and plants. There are several water falls here that make a stunning setting, and which are very popular with visitors. For the wonderful summer months, Zacharo is home to one of the largest beaches in the Peloponnese. The golden sandy beach stretches out over 25km of coastline, and is ideal for relaxing at during the summer months. The town of Zacharo has everything one will need to enjoy their holidays and travels. It is a town filled with beauty, interesting places, and a very warm and friendly population. There are many places for eating and dining, shopping, and other interesting activities. Many visitors who have stayed here in Zacharo have returned back year after year, and many have told us that it is because Zacharo truly is unique, and a home away from home for many of them. We sincerely hope that your visit to Zacharo will not be too far away, and we look forward to welcoming you here to the delightful and beautiful place that we so proudly call home.

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