Acrocorinth, Corinth

AfarSep 1

A new Great Courses Journeys led by a classics professor explores ancient Greek myths and history from "The Odyssey." ...

Imposing acropolis towering above ruins.

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AcrocorinthSightImposing acropolis towering above ruins.
Corinth CanalSightConnects the Ionian and Aegean Seas.
Ancient CorinthSightArchaeological site with Temple of Apollo.
Gemelos TavernRestaurantRooftop tavern overlooking the archaeological site.
Elsewhere
The Great Courses JourneysPlaceGreeceTour company foregrounding rigorous academics.
Sanctuary of Asklepios at EpidaurusSightEpidaurus, GreeceHealth spa resort dedicated to the god of medicine.
Semeli EstateRestaurantNemea, GreeceFounded in 1979, Semeli is a leading Greek winery and one of the country’s most significant wine-related developments.
Treasury of AtreusSightMycenae, GreeceMycenaean beehive-tomb.
Mycenaean citadelSightMycenae, Greece

Condé Nast TravelerJul 20

For this latest adaptation of Homer's sweeping tale, cast and crew headed to an eclectic array of destinations including Greek, Italy, and Iceland.

monolithic site used for filming outside Athens

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AcrocorinthSightmonolithic site used for filming outside Athens
Elsewhere
Nestor's CaveSightPylos, Greecesite of Cyclops Polyphemus's cave adventure
Methoni CastleAttractionMethoni, Greecelocation for Agamemnon's homecoming scene
Santa CaterinaSightFavignana, Italy15th-century castle on Favignana, epic landscape
Diamond BeachSightHofn, Icelandheavily-touristed black sand beach in Iceland
Hjörleifshöfði mountainSightReykjavík, Icelandremote beach location east of Reykjavik
Apollo's BeachSightReykjavík, Icelandwhite sand beach with lush fields in Iceland
Ait BenhaduNeighborhoodOuarzazate, MoroccoMoroccan village in Atlas Mountains, stood in for Troy

Acrocorinth