Archaeological and historical sites of Preveza Prefecture

Archaeological and historical sites of Preveza Prefecture

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About This Experience in Epirus

Nikopolis, also known as the 'city of victory', was founded in 29 BC by Gaius Julius Caesar Octavian to commemorate his victory over Marc Antony and Cleopatra at the nearby naval battle of Actium in 31 BC The monument of Zaloggo is located a short distance from the archaeological site of Kassopi, from where, according to history, 63 women of Sοuli villages fell off the cliff with their children in 1803 dancing, so as not to be captured by the soldiers of Ali Pasha (1788-1822) Acherontas strait and Estuary area is one of the 18 natural sites that have been recognized as the most remarkable in the whole region. In this area the most famous nekromanteion (or oracle of the dead) of the ancient Greek world is spotted which lies near the northwest shores of the Acherousian lake. Homer provides the earliest reference to the necromanteion of Acheron in his Odyssey, when Circe advises Ulysses to meet Teiresias, the blind seer, in the underworld in order to get an oracle for his return to Ithaka

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What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch break to taste local dishes is paid by the visitor.
  • Video & Photos
  • Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Licensed guide for Nikopolis Archeological site, duration 2 hours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Ancient Nikopolis

End Point

At the northwestern coastal part of the Preveza Prefecture

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 90 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Ancient Nikopolis was discovered in 31 B 1 hour

Ancient Nikopolis was discovered in 31 B.C. by Octavian Augustus in honor of his victory over Antony and Cleopatra in the naval battle of Aktio. The city housed about 300,000 inhabitants.

Ancient Cassope, the capital of Cassopaea, was founded... 30 minutes

Ancient Cassope, the capital of Cassopaea, was founded before the middle of the 4th century B.C. in order to protect the fertile valley which stretches to the south, from the exploitation of the Eleian colonists.

Monument of Zalongo, on the top of the... 1 hour

Monument of Zalongo, on the top of the cliff where the Souliote women threw themselves off in 1803.

Acheron was the river where Hermes delivered the... 1 hour

Acheron was the river where Hermes delivered the souls of the dead to Charon in order to end up in Hades.

At the northwestern coastal part of the Preveza... 1 hour

At the northwestern coastal part of the Preveza Prefecture are the estuaries of the well-known mythological river of Acheron. Acheron river flows into the Ionian Sea and in particular in Fanari Bay (Ammoudia)

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