The thematic experience whispers the way to Ancient Corinth

Editing Katerina Karsioti

“Become one with its people… Create the experience with them….”

“The First stop at the Corinth Canal...signifies an imposing experience of thematic tourism.

Trekking through one of ancient times’ greatest trade and cultural centers,  sets off in a charming manner the moment you set foot in the city of Corinth.

That’s because the first thing you encounter before heading for Ancient Corinth, to experience a thematic thrill, is halting at Corinth Canal where you may wonder with a view from high up .. to down deep…. The bottom of the Canal.

A construction dream – challenge, like it has been called- according to an early testimony appearing in 602 B.C.. The cutting works began on April 23, 1882 and , due to its geographical position, ‘Aifnias Corinthos”, has, since then, been declared as a great naval, trade and cultural center, with the Isthmus adorning the city of Corinth and becoming a trademark.

Right at the entrance of Corinth, the visitor faces and passes over the Isthmus- enjoying a thematic suggestion from high up. Hundreds of travelers cross the canal and sweep a little bit of its glitz back home. An indisputable sea cord, joining the Ionion with the Aegean Sea., through which, every year, an approximate 15.000 ships of different flags sail.

So this is a sight you can by no means neglect as, apart from the magnificent trek along the Canal, you may choose to plan the greatest “leap”, shooting adrenaline to its highest.

Alternative, thematic tourism finds its space with one the most popular extreme sports done at the Isthmus, attracting crowds of people. It is no other than Bungee Jumping, all the more a reason to visit the Isthmus and create an unforgettable experience.

A unique thrill, hard to describe in words, however definitely defined by  your decision to go through with it and put your name to it, as well. The bungee platform stands over the side of the tourist bridge over the Canal, at 80 meters above water surface; many praise the spot as ideal for the sport!

“360 degrees around the Castle”

The greatest narrative in the area resides high up and carries a long history along with its indelible experience over the centuries.

Legendary castles, hemming people and tales revive cultural traditions, highlighting and reflecting the architecture of the past and today.

They are “living Monuments” which have, and continue to create their indelible path through the past, present and future.

These castles became myths based not only on the souls of the people preserving them, but also on the power of materials. Even today, they attract millions of visitors and become  a subject for research, through which we seek not just their origin, but their incorporation in modern life as well.

Let alone the fact that we seek to effectively make the most of these castles within the local society in terms of enforcing and empowering the tourist brand of the area.

These castles once sealed theirs residents’ living, as means of protection against the fear of facing a hostile conflict; today, however, they open up and create  life, create a calling to the people and visitors for some new action, as they sustain a point of reference to the cities where they belong.

Bearing a deep historical experience, these castles continue to confirm, to this day, their action and course to the utmost. The first serious and systematic effort to protect the ancient acropoleis and castles in Greece began in 1922, securing castle-towns  from all over  the North to the South, as Cultural Legacy Monuments.

Shedding light upon your folk tale… Contributing to its “rebirth” in a contemporary manner, with new methods and creativity and imagination, daily  creating a new cradle inspired by this place.

The past and present are bright  all the more . A new perspective and direction, however, can create a bright future to come, as well, lying in your arms.. Besides , it’s you creating the experience.

‘The thematic experience whispers the way to Ancient Corinth”

24 hours in one of the greatest and most historical  ancient centers of the country, revive your experience and involve it in today. With a compilation of culture, stories and tales, natural scenery , destinations and travels, gastronomy and an abundance of local products that orchestrate  a modern experience with the reminiscence always leading to a space-time utterly unique.

With a bird’s eye-view of both the Saronikos and the Corinthian Gulfs, the magical Acrocorinth fortification works date back to the 7^th century B.C. and reach the Frago and Turkish domination in the 17^th century B.C.

Elements conversing immediately with the present and altogether conjure a path in all time line. It is the visitor starring in this path, and the ancient surrounding rebound one’s trip.

A thematic journey …as forms of thematic tourism unveil their own tale and call out to the visitor for a new one..Cultural tourism crossing up with religious  travelling, gastronomic culture blending with local products an subversive natural scenery interact with the area of  Ancient Corinth in a traditional but most importantly, original manner.

In the Archaeological Museum, one meets a powerful city-state with a variety of faces

An integral part of a destination is, of course, its civilization. Its history, culture and character,of which elements a whole civilization is, in fact,  formed.

Strolling through a museum resembles touring through History. One moves among a succession of objects, enacting the passing of time, discovering evolutionary changes or even some gradual development in terms of shape, form, artifacts, value or mentality.

The museum, nation and modern concept of civilization appeared at the same period of time. And not about simple notions or words, but also artifacts through which derive evolution  ,  education, civilization and everything that equals progress.

The museum and exhibits are living organisms. No museum object is mute- on the contrary, each and every one is endowed with  a legend and definition in the cultural  and historical space-time. The museum enables the visible to become recognizable. And the museum of Ancient Corinth has already accomplished the deed.

Prepare to set off on an entire thematic tour, laying in-between various museums. The transition from Corinth of prehistoric times to Corinth, which constitutes a powerful city-state, is bound to impress you.

In the times when Corinth was a Roman colony, one may discover an alternative face of the city, where they literally get lost in a great number of mosaics in Roman mansions and also artifacts of outstanding beauty, originating from the post-Byzantine period and also the Frago domination time, as well.

Seeking treatment, you take a step into the sacred infirmary of the ancient city of Corinth, the Asklipiio, until you emerge into the patio with sculptures, wall statues and signs, both Greek and Latin, each telling their own tale.

The ceramic, on the other side, reveal  a series of secrets, with the pottery art appearing as a ritual.

The archaeological site captures and lands the visitor somewhere high up

Around the Ancient Temple of Apollo, one enters a whole new world. A high priority would be to observe the natural scenery of the surrounding area, strolling along with you, narrating its tale at every spot you visit so far as to the higher parts of the Castle.

From the Ampitheatre, the Sanctuary of Demetra and Daughter and the Temple of Apollo and stretching as far as the port of Ancient Leheo, the Glafki Krini and Music Consevatory and so many more at the sight of which one can but remain speechless. A cultural delirium, unravelling in a sacred, powerful site, unparalleled to none  and subversive.

A real game into ancient times, discovering galleries, pottery workshops , baths, temples and walls, revealing whole experiences , marking entire new eras.

Acrocorinth… Attractively glaring from the top tier..

One of the most charming and magical castles of the Peloponnese awaits to be discovered and absorb the visitor into a tale , juggling between Byzantine Times, The Frago and Eneto and Turkish Dominations.

In the southwest of Ancient Corinth, the city castle provides an unprecedented glare and a magnificent, unparalleled character that indeed charms and captures very passer by in its fortification walls. It’s no coincidence that thousands of travelers devote time and energy to visit and walk around the castle from tip to toe.

At an altitude of about 650meters , with a view that embraces the whole of Corinthia, one may discover myths, secrets and stories  and, at the same time, enjoy an agro-tourist scenery, at  360* around the spot.

If you are a trekking lover, the castle is the perfect location to explore an area that simply fills you with numerous experiences and surprises. Even more, it is an outstanding opportunity to organize a beautiful picnic with local products  you can get fro the village , with the taste perfected by the view surrounding the spot.

In the Footsteps of Apostle Paul

Religious tourism in Ancient Corinth is undoubtedly honored in the area. The Rostra of the Roman Market is one of the most significant ancient findings and sights in the area, visitors pouring in endlessly.

Apostle Paul, within terms of his travels to spread Christianity in a number of regions in the Greek territory, visited Corinth, which made up his final destination in the mid 1^st century A.D..

The renowned “Vima of Apostle Paul”is the great podium in the center of the Roman Market in Ancient Corinth, from which officials addressed the people. This podium was obviously altered into a Christian temple, due to its close relation to the Apostle during the Byzantine times.

Taste some of the most ancient local products

A return to the traditional village of Ancient Corinth , with a picturesque authenticity you will definitely receive from the very first moment.

Become one with the locals and create a gastronomic experience with them, unforgettable for your palate.

Ancient Corinth is situated in a strategic location; on top pf that, the land around it is fertile  to cultivate crops. It is due to this characteristic that it was, in ancient time, considered  one among the richest cities, with  an abundance of products at hand.

Lay your table with local products

Highly nutritional good of remarkable quality and nutritional value, introduce an entirely new culinary culture. One may become acquainted with local producers and their products, which offer an intense experience, with an abundance of goods laid on you table.

Did you know.. It was the ancient Greeks who combined the sweetest natural product, honey, with xino, vinegar, and introduced Oximeli, a concentrated beverage you drink diluted in 6 parts of water.

Oximeli holds a popular position as a local product of Ancient Corinth. The laboratory producing this original drink is located in the area, recipes and servings by the local producer himself.

Imagine  enjoying a refreshing, delicious offering, in the hot summer, with ice and cool water, accompanying and filling you with energy  an lots of nutrients. A take-off experience in salads, combined with other fruit and everyone’s favorite yoghurt. If not already a fan, it is high time to introduce this new must in your nutrition!

The black gold of the Corinthian land is no other than the black raisin, cultivated in the Greek land since the time of Homer, while there is written testimony of its trade since the 12^th century. It consists of the most characteristic local products, with a significant export flow. One may create imaginative , new recipes including the black raisin, dominating in sweet and savory choices.

Who doesn’t love the traditional pancakes and loukoumades, sprayed with a bit of delicious petimezi( sugary syrup), the taste an flavors turning your breakfast into a whole new gastronomic experience! What better way to meet the creator-producer to reveal all the secrets of the queen of raisins and petimezi.

Bare in mind, we find references of honey along with other products of basic diet nutrients,, in the Mycenae signs of Linear B.

That is why, when in Ancient Corinth, one ought to meet with its honey producers, visit the beehives and, finally, enjoy the honey plain and simple and then combined with other local viands to treat yourself- you will beyond any doubt ask for a refill!

It is unthinkable to visit the village of Ancient Corinth and skip food tasting of the extra virgin oil. The local terroir is sacred, as “sacred” are the elements it confers, the greatness of taste and flavor.

A fruity variety with a matching flavor profile. Tasting Ooppa olive oil, one meets the chance to plan food tasting in an  ancient place with all  possible benefits olive oil has on our health, its high nutritional value, remind one all they need to comprehend about this green gold. Follow it to unravel one of the greatest local diamonds in the region.

And, of course, under the sun, with an outstanding view at a spot you can pick the Corinthian beer Canal Dive, offers the absolute dive into pleasure. Another yet local product, Ancient Corinth is proud to offer, in different labels, providing a different experience. In every sip…. The Corinthian beer prevails!

Following local producers and product of Ancient Corinth, one may follow a whole new series of tales, complementing the culture and character of the region, with a different taste and flavor sprinkling and completing the visitor’s overall experience.

                                                                                 Don’t forget….

 “…. the story goes on… the present is revived  and the future… is shed light upon to be seen!”   

Translation Aristea Lili

Escapes to Corinth and the Peloponnese

A three days trip to the vineyard and History of Corinth,  7 days in Corinth ,    The beaches of Corinth are excellent,      15 days in the Peloponnese

TAGS:  Hotels, Corinth, Peloponnese