{"id":319,"date":"2023-03-14T14:28:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T14:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cozystay.loftocean.com\/island-resort\/?page_id=319"},"modified":"2025-01-13T10:43:47","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T10:43:47","slug":"local-activities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hauseleonas.gr\/?page_id=319","title":{"rendered":"Local Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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In the Petralona area, you must visit the fantastic and highly significant Petralona Cave. Local residents of the wider region discovered the cave in 1959, which confirms the existence of human life approximately 700,000 years ago. Additionally, a skull found at the site is estimated to be around 200,000 years old. Stalactites patiently meet stalagmites over thousands of years, evoking awe and admiration in visitors.<\/p>\t\t <\/div>\t

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Ancient Olynthus is one of the first and largest cities to be established in Halkidiki, inhabited since around 5000 BC. Bottiaeans settled in the area between 600-700 BC, founded the city, and named it Olynthus (meaning “wild fig tree”).<\/p>

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It is one of the most characteristic examples of Byzantine architecture. The tower was built in 1374 by the monks of the Dochiariou Monastery and served as a center for accommodation and defense for the monastery’s dependency. The craftsmen who rebuilt it not only used stone but also mosaics, tiles, and architectural fragments (columns and pilasters) from the ruins of ancient Olynthus. at a height of about 15 meters.<\/p>\t\t <\/div>\t

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It is housed in the Karagani residence and represents a traditional house of Polygyros from the early 20th century. Among the exhibits, you will see traditional costumes, agricultural tools, etc.<\/p>\t\t <\/div>\t

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Through the dense foliage of the trees, the view of the three peninsulas and the Aegean Sea emerges. The thick foliage of the trees \u2013 green, golden-yellow, and gray \u2013 creates an idyllic atmosphere. Traditional tavernas in the forest and villages offer game and other delicious local dishes. Scattered small chapels along the route. Countless festivals and local celebrations. Excellent local products and treats prepared by women’s cooperatives, as well as individually by the locals, are available to visitors\u2026<\/p>\t\t <\/div>\t

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It presents findings from the most significant archaeological sites of the region, including the three colonies of Andros in Halkidiki, in Stageira, Akanthos, and Sani, as well as the Lampropoulou collection (clay figurines and busts, bronze vessels, jewelry, etc., from the Prehistoric to the Byzantine period).<\/p>\t\t <\/div>\t

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What to do Local Activities Recommended Sports Petralona Cave (West Coast) In the Petralona area, you must visit the fantastic and highly significant Petralona Cave. Local residents of the wider region discovered the cave in 1959, which confirms the existence of human life approximately 700,000 years ago. 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