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The Mani. The area covering the middle arm of the southern Peloponnese, extending from Gythio to Cape Tainaro—the southernmost point of mainland Greece—is called the Mani, after the castle of Maina.
Neapoli Molao
It is the most southern city in the Peloponnese.
Neapoli was not founded until the middle of
the 19th century after the country gained
independence from Ottoman rule.
South of Neaploi is the island of Kythira,
here you can go by
ferry from Neapoli.
Porto Kagio
Porto Kagio is a picturesque coastal village.
It is located on a small bay 5 km north of Cape Tainaros, the southernmost point of the entire Balkan peninsula (mainland). The name comes from the Venetian Porto Quaglio and the French Port des Cailles (Harbor of quail).
Here you can eat delicious fresh fish with your feet in the water.
Elafonisos
Elafonisos is a small island close to the town of Neapoli and can be reached by ferry from the harbor of Vigklavia.
The boat runs every half hour in high season and costs one euro per person
The car costs € 7.
The crossing takes about 15 minutes.
You arrive in the north of the island at the town.
Monemvasia
Monemvasia
A special place that we would recommend to every visitor to the Peloponnese is without a doubt Monemvasia.
This town is located in the southeast of the Peloponnese on the Aegean coast and is called “the Gibraltar of the East” because it bears similarities with the real Gibraltar.
Monemvasia is located on a high rocky peninsula that is connected by a narrow strip and a bridge to the mainland of the Lakonia department
Areopoli
Areopoli is a picturesque town that attracts many tourists.
The old town is beautiful, you will find traditional maniatic houses, high towers, beautiful churches, cobbled streets and many shops.
There are many nice cafes and taverns.
Diros Caves
In Diros are the famous caves of the same name, the museum of Diros and a white pebble beach.
Diros is located south of Areopoli (11 km), 91 km from Kalamata and 36 km from Gythion.
The caves of Diros are two: Vlychada and Aleopotrypa.
These caves are among the most beautiful and largest in all of Greece. Remains from the Paleolithic and Neolithic periods have been found in the caves
Limeni
A nice coastal village is Limeni.
It is a picturesque seaside town.
Limeni is arguably the most beautiful coastal village in the Mani and the entire region.
It has no beach at all, yet it is extremely popular as a beach resort.
Mystras
One of the most interesting sights on the Peloponnese peninsula is without a doubt Mystras.
Mystras is today an abandoned town five kilometers northwest of Sparta, in the Lakonia department.
There was a period in the Middle Ages when as many as 40,000 people lived here.
Gerolimenas
Gerolimenas is a picturesque coastal village in Mani in Peloponnese, located 104 km from Kalamata and 63 km from Gythio.
It is located in a deep bay in the middle of a barren and rocky area of wild beauty.
Lomelse sahara
Hiking in Belgium: Lommel Sahara
Looking for a beautiful and varied hike? Then the Lommel Sahara is definitely worth a visit. This nature reserve is located just across the Belgian border near Lommel. The area consists of coniferous and deciduous forests, heathland, sand dunes, and ponds. Several hiking trails have been laid out, children can play in the play forest, you can spot many birds on and around the water, and you can enjoy a magnificent view from the observation tower. In 2005, the Lommel Sahara was even declared one of the most beautiful places in Flanders. And rightly so, because it truly is an incredibly beautiful area. Join me for a walk through this diverse nature reserve.
Bobbejaanland 29km
Bobbejaanland 29km
Is an amusement park in Lichtaart, located between Herentals and Kasterlee in Belgium, and is named after its founder Bobbejaan Schoepen. The amusement park is located in a swampy area in the valley of the Kleine Nete.
Pakawi Park 15km
Pakawi Park 15km
For several years now, the Olmense Zoo has changed its name to Pakawi Park. This zoo, which is located 15 minutes by car, specializes in felines. For example, African lions, Siberian tigers, white Bengal tigers, black panthers, Eurasian lynxes, servals, caracals, and pumas. Recently, the park also owns a pair of clouded leopards. The zoo also has a large collection of birds, such as parrots, owls, eagles, flamingos, cranes (such as the Australian sarus crane) and ibis-like birds (such as the puna and brilibis).
Address: Bukenberg 45, 2491 Balen
Abbey of Postel 20km
Abbey of Postel 20km
Gasthof De Beiaard
Tavern - Restaurant - Banquet hall - Conference rooms
Pleasant relaxation in the Kempen tavern and on the terrace.
Restaurant with a well-kept menu: à la carte & seasonal suggestions
We are religious, more specifically regular canons, followers of Saint Norbert (+ 1134).
After him we are called 'Premonstratensians'. Saint Norbert founded several abbeys, including Prémontré (1120) and Floreffe (1122). Prémontré became the most important abbey of the order. That is why we are also called 'Premonstratensians' or regular canons of Prémontré. All these abbeys, from which the Premonstratensian order or order of Prémontré originated, in turn founded other abbeys and monasteries. For example, the abbey of Floreffe founded our monastery in 1140.
For his monasteries, Saint Norbert chose the Rule of St. Augustine. We still live according to this rule, in which we are called to dwell together with one accord, "with one heart and one soul on the way to God" (I, 2).
Address: Abdijlaan 28, 2400 Mol