Lekythos castle is the only visable reminder of Toroni’s Christian past but on the outskirts of Toroni in an abandoned field covered with grass is a forgotten but important part of Toroni’s history. The 6th century Basilica – Agios Athanasios. Toroni can easily claim to have the richest history of Read more [...]
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Lekythos Castle – Toroni (Likithos/Likythos)
Sitting on the Toroni beach is definitely a sight for sore eyes! Like a living postcard the ancient castle on the cape gives the perfect backdrop and the scene is enhanced with the colorful little fishing boats as they bob up and down as if dancing with the gentle waves. Read more [...]
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Ancient Olynthos – Halkidiki
Olynthos is built on two hills between the Kassandra and Sithonia peninsula of Halkidiki. Olynthos was, according to mythology, the son of Strymonas, King of Thrace, who was killed during a lion hunting. The town of Olynthos is said to have been constructed by Vraggas, Olynthos’ brother, in his memory Read more [...]
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Sofronios Basilica
Sofronios Basilica – 1600 years of history. With Halkidiki having such a rich history of Christianity that stretches back to the 1st century, there is so much to see that a short vacation won’t satisfy the history buffs. The Mount Athos cruises give you spectacular views of 5th century living Read more [...]